Dubai AI Festival kicks off tomorrow — here’s what to expect

Dubai opens the second edition of the AI Festival tomorrow — the flagship event of Dubai AI Week, focused on the real-world deployment of artificial intelligence across sectors.

The two-day event will take place 23–24 April 2025 at Madinat Jumeirah, bringing together over 8,000 participants, 500 investors, and 100+ speakers from more than 100 countries. Organised by Dubai AI Campus in partnership with DIFC, the festival is held under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and supported by the Dubai Future Foundation, DAMAC, and Al Fardan Exchange.

This year’s programme is built around eight core tracks designed to reflect the current state — and future direction — of AI:

• AI for All
• Global Governance and Regulation
• AI Literacy and Infrastructure
• Ethics and Innovation
• Immersive Experiences
• The Future of Work
• AI Cornerstone
• Investment and Scale

In addition to talks and panels, the venue will host an exhibition of 100+ companies showcasing applied AI — from enterprise solutions to smart city systems and emerging tools.

The event also reflects the UAE’s wider strategy to position itself as a leader in AI infrastructure and regulation. With the global AI economy projected to reach $15.7 trillion by 2030, Dubai is investing early in the frameworks needed to scale.

If you’re in the city this week, this is the conversation to follow. Don’t miss it.