The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has outlined the programme for Dubai AI Festival 2026, which will examine the shift from artificial intelligence experimentation to implementation. Organised by Dubai AI Campus at DIFC, the third edition will take place on Oct. 26-27, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre, bringing together policymakers, technology companies, investors and financial institutions. Discussions will focus on the relationship between technology, capital and policy, including the governance frameworks, infrastructure and capabilities needed to deploy AI. The programme will address enterprise adoption, investment trends and computing capacity, alongside ethics, AI literacy and the future of work. Sector discussions will include financial services, government, healthcare and industry. The event is organised in partnership with the Office of the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications. Attendees from more than 100 countries are expected, alongside more than 150 speakers, 500 investors and 200 exhibitors.
Dubai International Financial Centre previews AI Festival focused on implementation, governance and investment
The Dubai International Financial Centre has outlined the programme for Dubai AI Festival 2026, taking place on Oct. 26-27, 2026, at Dubai World Trade Centre. The event will examine the shift from AI experimentation to implementation, focusing on governance, enterprise adoption, investment and infrastructure, with applications including financial services. Attendees from more than 100 countries are expected, alongside more than 150 speakers, 500 investors and 200 exhibitors.