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3/7/24, 11:14 AM Dubai to host Future Festival 2024: A revolutionary summit – AMEFT – ASIA & Middle East FOOD TRADE
In addition to highlighting the pioneering potential of artificial intelligence, the summit will also
shed light on the emerging trends that are poised to rewrite the future of various industries acros
the spectrum as well as society as a whole. It will provide a comprehensive platform for particip
to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, as well as the plethora of dynamic trends
that will propel future
innovations and advancements, through numerous engaging discussions and insightful sessions,
such as Trend Talks. By doing so, the event aims to keep companies at the forefront of
technological developments and push them to adapt their strategies according to these new trend
and enter an era of unlimited industry opportunities.

Abdulaziz AlJaziri, Deputy CEO and Chief Operations Officer of Dubai Future Foundation said
“Hosting the ‘Future Festival Summit’ will contribute to strengthening Dubai and the UAE’s glo
position as a hub for innovation and technology. The UAE embraces a proactive approach to
adopting and integrating AI
across key sectors. The ‘Future Festival’ complements our approach to harnessing technologies
the future, which includes leveraging the immense potential of AI. By bringing together talented
minds in technology and innovation, we are setting the stage for groundbreaking discussions and
collaborations that will shape the future of industries and society at large.”

The summit seeks to delve deep into the untapped potential of artificial intelligence. It aims to
encourage attendees and foster meaningful discussions through activities, including Trend Talks
Tech Demos, Customised Workshops, Trend Panel Discussions, and Keynotes on Policy and
Governance. The summit will additionally feature speakers, such as Jeremy Gutsche, the award-
winning author, CEO & Innovation Expert, to discuss AI and the Inflection Point. This is expect
to provide attendees with a more comprehensive picture of how AI can serve as catalysts for fur
advancements and innovation in the future.

Jeremy Gutsche, award-winning author, CEO & Innovation Expert at Trend Hunter stated: “As t
host city, Dubai is demonstrating its unwavering commitment to technological advancements as
well as building a platform to generate discussions that provide a glimpse into the future of artif
intelligence. We are
confident that this summit will transform the innovation landscape, and we are truly honored to
playing a significant role in encouraging global efforts and cooperation.”

The UAE has demonstrated its commitment to fostering and advancing the growth of artificial
intelligence by launching the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy 2031, which seeks to enha
the adoption of this transformative technology across numerous vital sectors, including educatio
and government services. This strategy aims to position the country as a global hub for AI.
Similarly, Dubai has also
embarked on various initiatives to promote AI and its potential as a revolutionary technology. Th
emirate has been rightfully named the ‘City of Future’ as its technological and innovation
leadership across numerous key sectors, from health and hospitality to retail, has been remarkab
fostering an environment conducive to growth. In the coming years, it is projected that the AI
market in the Middle East will expand considerably as more and more companies start to integra
AI into their operations. PwC research has found that artificial intelligence would account for ab
14 percent of the UAE’s GDP by 2030, while the Middle East would reap 2 percent ($320 billio
of the total global benefits of AI.

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