The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) and the Dubai Center for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) have announced a partnership to support the ‘One Million Prompters’ initiative.
This collaboration aims to position Dubai as a global AI hub and premier investment destination, announced at the AI Retreat 2024. Supported by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, it aligns with the Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI (DUB.AI) and the ‘One Million Prompters’ initiative, aiming to upskill one million individuals in prompt engineering within three years.
Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR), stated,
“AI has created a quantum leap in technological advancement, especially over the last two years. It is a powerful tool that supports professionals across every industry and sector. At the DGHR, we are proactively integrating AI, training employees, and raising awareness about the importance of AI's ethical and responsible use. By doing so, we aim to unlock AI’s potential to create innovative and advanced solutions. We are proud to partner with the Dubai Future Foundation in supporting the One Million Prompters initiative.”
Khalfan Belhoul, CEO of Dubai Future Foundation, said,
"Partnerships can empower talent and drive the expansion of AI applications across key sectors that form the foundation of Dubai's future. This readiness enhances Dubai's position as the world’s most future-ready city and a global destination for AI talent, innovation, and investment. The ‘One Million Prompters’ initiative supports this vision of our leadership to accelerate the adoption of AI applications and upskill a generation equipped to utilise AI to enhance the quality of life. We are pleased to collaborate with the DGHR to support this strategic initiative."
The DCAI and National Programme for Artificial Intelligence are teaming up to train in algorithm development and AI content generation. They'll support trainees with access to AI and prompt engineering experts. This partnership highlights the AI Retreat's role in fostering strategic collaborations and announcing advancements. It aims to accelerate AI adoption in digitalization, data, logistics, research, and innovation.
With more than 2,500 decision-makers, experts, and industry leaders from the government and private sectors, as well as global tech giants, the AI Retreat 2024 served as a platform for direct and open communication. It was also a chance to share future insights, innovative ideas, projects, best practices, and partnership opportunities between the public and private sectors.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
