The Banking Executive Magazine - August 2023 Issue

More than 170 government employ- ees in Dubai have been trained to use generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools in their work, as part of a course held by the Dubai Future Academy, an initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF). The course was held following a re- cent announcement by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foun- dation, launching the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) with the aim of making Dubai’s govern- ment the best in the world in em- ploying AI in its operations. The course focused on 7 main pillars covering the basics of generative AI, the most important current applica- tions and successful use cases, as well as how to take advantage of AI tools such as ChatGPT in decision- making, establishing new compa- nies, enhancing economic competitiveness, and developing creative sectors. The intensive course emphasised the need to expedite legislation and poli- cies to match the rapid technological strides being made across multiple sectors. The course also introduced participants to some of the best and most innovative generative AI tools currently available, as well as the areas in which advanced technology applications can enhance the per- formance of government agencies Abdulaziz AlJaziri, Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer of DFF, said, “This course provided an opportunity for some of our brightest national tal- ents working within government to learn about various global practices and success stories in AI. They also learnt about many recent trends and innovations in AI that will shape, ad- vance and support government work in the future.” AlJaziri added, “This initiative sup- ports the objectives of the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence by empowering government employees with the latest skills and expertise to develop effective uses of AI. This will help teams to enhance the perform- ance of the government sector, mak- ing Dubai and its government the best in the world in this field.” Key areas of focus include develop- ing legislation pertaining to AI appli- cations, attracting leading global technological solutions, and nurtur- ing local talent to bolster national ca- the BANKING EXECUTIVE 44 ISSUE 176 AUGUST 2023 Career Chronicle DUBAI UPSKILLS OVER 170 GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES IN GENERATIVE AI