Global applications are now open for the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, an initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation.
They are looking for local AI companies to participate in the second cycle of the ‘Future of AI in Government Services’ Accelerator Program.
The program envisions a future where artificial intelligence is deeply interwoven with government services to enhance the experiences of citizens and residents.
It seeks to foster collaboration between innovators and decision-makers in Dubai to solve real-world challenges with significant impact.
Unlike many accelerator programs, this initiative takes zero equity, ensuring participants maintain complete ownership of their innovations while gaining the backing and resources to explore broader opportunities.
Focus areas
- Refinement of existing services by applying AI to enhance a current public-facing service in a Dubai government entity ensuring optimal personalization
- Creation on new services by using AI to develop innovative services at a Dubai government entity previously considered impossible
- Enhancement of operational efficiency by integrating AI tools into government day-to-day operations to make them easier and more efficient
- Inclusion of accessibility by developing AI solutions to eliminate accessibility barriers and foster inclusivity.
Benefits
- Direct collaboration with top-tier decision-makers, scaling opportunities for their solutions both locally and globally
- The initiative provides fully sponsored accommodation and travel for eight weeks, allowing innovators to focus entirely on developing and implementing their projects without financial burden.
- There is also comprehensive support throughout the program.
Application deadline
Applications are open until Friday, 29 August 2025. Click HERE to begin.
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, a Dubai Future Foundation initiative, is inviting global applications from AI companies for the second cycle of its ‘Future of AI in Government Services’ Accelerator Program.
The program aims to integrate AI into government services to enhance the experiences of citizens and residents and solve real-world challenges by fostering collaboration between innovators and decision-makers.
Unlike typical programs, it takes no equity from participants, allowing them to retain ownership of their innovations.
Focus areas include the enhancement of existing services, creation of new services previously considered impossible, improving operational efficiency, and fostering inclusivity by developing AI solutions that eliminate accessibility barriers.
Participants will benefit from direct collaboration with top decision-makers, scaling their solutions, and an eight-week sponsored accommodation and travel period to focus on their projects.
The application deadline is August 29, 2025, and selected participants will help shape the future of government services in Dubai.
