H.H. Sheikh Hamdan has endorsed a series of AI initiatives designed to fast-track the emirate’s technological advancement and enhance digital innovation across government and economic sectors
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has approved a new package of artificial intelligence (AI) projects and initiatives designed to accelerate the emirate’s adoption of future technologies and advance its digital transformation agenda across key sectors.
The initiatives were endorsed during the second 2025 meeting of the Higher Committee for Future Technology Development and the Digital Economy, during which Sheikh Hamdan reviewed recent progress and key achievements. Among the new projects are the launch of the AI Infrastructure Empowerment Platform, the formation of the Dubai AI Acceleration Taskforce, and the introduction of the Unicorn 30 Programme, all strategically aligned to reinforce Dubai’s status as a global innovation hub.
Reaffirming Dubai’s commitment to technological leadership, Sheikh Hamdan stated that the emirate is steadfast in its goal of becoming the world’s fastest, smartest, and most agile city in adopting and deploying future technologies, including artificial intelligence.
He further noted that Dubai’s transformative journey is guided by the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, who has consistently championed the development of a knowledge- and innovation-driven digital economy. This vision continues to strengthen Dubai’s global position as a leader in advanced technology and digital excellence.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum emphasized that Dubai continues to solidify its position as a global magnet for talent, a destination for innovators, and a leading hub for the development of future solutions by integrating technology, knowledge, and determination. He highlighted that every step Dubai takes in its technological and economic transformation strengthens its standing as a global benchmark for smart governance, agile operations, and sustainable development.
During the meeting of the Higher Committee for Future Technology Development and the Digital Economy, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approved the launch of the ‘AI Infrastructure Empowerment Platform‘, designed to enable government entities across Dubai to accelerate the adoption of AI technologies and broaden their application across critical sectors.
The committee also endorsed the establishment of the ‘Dubai AI Acceleration Taskforce‘, aimed at fostering enhanced collaboration among government bodies and aligning their strategic vision to integrate AI applications within a unified framework that supports Dubai’s ongoing digital transformation.
Additionally, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan approved the introduction of the ‘Unicorn 30 Programme‘, developed by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy in partnership with 80 local and international companies specializing in entrepreneurship and startup development. The programme’s goal is to fast-track the growth of 30 emerging companies across new economic sectors, enabling them to achieve global “unicorn” status—billion-dollar valuations, originating from Dubai.
