The UAE has made significant moves in government, education and policy to push the region into a position of power within the AI industry.
The startup ecosystem in the UAE is conducive to growing small businesses with tax incentives, top-notch infrastructure and plenty of accelerator programmes.
There are currently 46 different free-trade zones (FTZs) in the UAE to promote easy access to capital, markets and a global network of partners and investors.
The UAE is investing significant money in specialised programmes and universities for AI education, research and development.
Top AI startups in the UAE include One.com, Derq, TruKKer, Sleek Flow, Lulu Exchange, Visage, DP World, Lyve, Nybl, Etisalat, Seez and Invixium.
These companies function in areas like website development, predictive analytics, logistics, conversational AI, online recruitment, container services, integrated logistics, actionable intelligence and biometric and multi-factor authentication solutions.
Technology in these companies employs machine learning, deep learning, sensor fusion, V2I communication, digital tools and blockchain technology.
The UAE is committed to becoming a conducive environment for startups and AI-related businesses, and innovation in the AI industry by integrating AI into sectors including healthcare, transportation, education and more.
AI is incorporated into various aspects of national governance and public utilities to improve efficiency and decision-making.
The UAE named the first-ever Minister of Artificial Intelligence, Omar Bin Sultan Al Olama, in 2017,