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Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence hosts 3rd Mailis programme to explore AI’s
role in shaping future of work

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Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence hosts 3rd Mailis programme to explore AI’s
role in shaping future of work

Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has hosted the third edition of its
community engagement platform, Mailis, bringing together entrepreneurs, policymakers, and
innovators. Held under the theme ROI Redefined: Return on Innovation, the session featured key
voices from Abu Dhabi’s government, business, and startup sectors. Together, they discussed
how artificial intelligence is redefining the workplace, powering startups, and strengthening the
UAE’s innovation ecosystem.

Opening the session, Rawdha Almeraikhi, Director of Outreach at MBZUAI, said: “We want people
to stop seeing AI as just a tool. It is a partner, one that amplifies human creativity, accelerates
problem-solving, and pushes the boundaries of what is possible. By bringing together some of the
most forward-thinking voices from Abu Dhabi’s innovation ecosystem, Mailis was launched to
coincide with the UAE’s Year of Community, and is helping ignite the collaborations that will shape
the UAE’s AI-powered future.”

Leaders from Khalifa Fund, Hub71, ADIO, and Abu Dhabi Chamber shared updates on how their
organisations are embedding AI into initiatives that strengthen Abu Dhabi’s role as a global
innovation hub. Experts from Edulga, Hub71, and MEVP also discussed how access to capital,
talent, and collaboration is enabling start-ups to thrive, with MBZUAI guiding the exchange.

A speaker from Stellr Studios delivered insights on Designing for Intelligence, highlighting the
challenges organisations face, from scattered data to misaligned workflows, and urging leaders to
embed intelligence into every level of their operations.
MBZUAI’s Incubation and Entrepreneurship Center showcased how AI can act as a co-founder by
presenting three innovative AI tools. A live challenge demonstrated how AI can directly support
business decision-making.

The programme concluded with an open Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to explore how AI
could fuel growth and innovation in their own ventures.

By convening thought leaders across sectors, the 3rd Mailis programme reinforced MBZUAI’s
mission to build talent, fuel innovation, and position the UAE at the forefront of responsible AI
adoption.

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