AI Everything GLOBAL 2025: UAE’s Rise as an AI-First Nation
Dubai, UAE – The AI Everything GLOBAL 2025 Summit and Expo opened with great enthusiasm, bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the present and future of artificial intelligence. Kicking off the event was Trixie LohMirmand, Executive Vice President of the Dubai World Trade Centre, who shared insights into the rapid growth and adoption of AI worldwide.
A Timely Gathering for AI Enthusiasts
LohMirmand highlighted how AI Everything GLOBAL 2025 arrives at a critical moment for the industry. “Way better than we have expected,” she said, emphasizing the high level of engagement and curiosity among attendees. With AI at the forefront of technological advancement, the summit serves as a hub to address pressing questions, dispel misconceptions, and explore the vast potential AI holds for industries worldwide.
UAE’s AI Vision: An AI-First Nation
The conversation turned to the UAE’s pivotal role in AI adoption and its ambitions to become an AI-first country. “UAE… It’s going to be an AI-first country, and of course, Abu Dhabi, AI-first capital,” LohMirmand stated. She underscored the shift from a digital-first economy to an AI-driven future, where every company integrates AI at its core.
She pointed to the rapid developments in open-source AI models, citing DeepSeek as an example of how AI tools are becoming more affordable and accessible. With lower barriers to entry, AI is now in the hands of creators and innovators worldwide, paving the way for unprecedented imagination and disruption in various industries. However, with these opportunities come risks, making collaboration and regulation more essential than ever.
Abu Dhabi: A Global AI Innovation Capital
LohMirmand also made a significant announcement, confirming that AI Everything will be expanding fully into Abu Dhabi. “Abu Dhabi is positioning itself and rising in influence as a global AI innovation capital,” she noted. The city is not just a regional hub but a global powerhouse for AI advancements, fostering an environment where nations, enterprises, and researchers can collaborate to push AI boundaries further.
She stressed that this transformation is not about geography but about being in the right place to co-create with the world. “This is a global finishing line,” she stated, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s mission to drive AI innovation on an international scale.
Co-Creation and Inclusion in the AI Era
Despite the competitive nature of AI development, LohMirmand emphasized the importance of inclusivity and collaboration. “I’m just trying to make sure that we co-create, we’re going to be competitive, and we do not leave anyone behind in the whole journey,” she said.
The AI Everything GLOBAL 2025 Summit serves as a platform to ensure AI remains a force for good, fostering economic growth while addressing challenges such as ethical AI governance, security, and equitable access to AI-driven solutions.
Looking Ahead
As the event continues, AI leaders and innovators will discuss strategies to harness AI’s transformative power while mitigating risks. With Abu Dhabi cementing its status as a global AI capital and the UAE leading the charge in AI adoption, the world is watching closely as the region shapes the future of artificial intelligence.
Stay tuned to Breaking AI News for the latest updates from AI Everything GLOBAL 2025.
