Qatar will host the Middle East and North African (MENA) edition of the World Summit AI in the last quarter of 2024. The event is an important global conference on artificial intelligence.
According to the announcement from the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the summit is expected to attract the global AI community to the Middle East, fostering innovation and contributing to the region’s technology sector.
This event will also serve as a nexus for numerous AI companies, major tech players, startups, investors, and leading AI researchers pioneering advancements in the field.
Global platform for exchange of ideas, skills
Hassan Jassim Al Sayed, Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence Committee at MCIT, expressed his enthusiasm over the announcement. He said they are delighted to be hosting the Middle East version of the world’s renowned AI Summit.
We believe it will be a great platform for exchanging innovative ideas and bringing global AI thought leaders to Qatar, complementing our efforts in becoming a regional innovation and AI hub.
InspiredMinds and World Summit AI CEO and Founder Sarah Porter said that the World Summit AI is the most prestigious AI summit in the world as it helps ‘democratize’ access to AI by inviting inclusive perspectives and providing a platform for the worldwide exchange of knowledge and skills.
Collaboration and partnership opportunities
The event will feature renowned global AI experts and visionaries who will share their insights and experiences in various domains of AI, from machine learning, generative AI and deep learning to natural language processing and computer vision.
Attendees can expect to engage with cutting-edge research through presentations, workshops, and panel discussions covering a wide range of AI topics, hence providing valuable knowledge and networking opportunities. Leading technology companies and startups will also exhibit their latest AI solutions, products and services, offering attendees a hands-on experience with the most innovative AI technologies.
The conference will provide numerous opportunities for attendees to connect with like-minded professionals to help foster collaboration and partnership opportunities in the AI space.
Participants will also have the chance to test their AI skills and creativity in hackathons and competitions, with exciting prizes up for grabs.
Qatar’s success in bringing the World Summit AI to the Middle East and North Africa region stems from its evolving technological infrastructure and the government’s continuous efforts and support for innovation, investment in emerging technologies, as well as support for startups.
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