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Higher Colleges of Technology, Saal.ai partner to build UAE’s next generation of AI

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BY CONTENT ADMIN

ABU DHABI, 2nd July, 2025 (WAM) — The Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT), the largest higher education institution in the UAE, has
signed a strategic partnership with Saal.ai, a cognitive technology company under the Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG).

The collaboration aims to equip Emirati students with future-ready skills in artificial intelligence (AI) and big data technologies.

The agreement was formalised during a signing ceremony held at the HCT campus, reinforcing both institutions’ commitment to nurturing
local talent and supporting the UAE’s transformation into a knowledge-based economy.

This initiative aligns with the UAE Year of Community and the nation’s broader goals to accelerate innovation, empower youth, and foster
impactful partnerships between academia and technology leaders.

At the heart of this collaboration is the integration of DigiXT, Saal.ai’s UAE-developed enterprise-grade AI and big data platform, into HCT’s
academic programs. This will offer students hands-on learning experiences with real-world applications of AI and data analytics.

Through this platform, students will develop practical expertise that enhances their employability, while industry partners benefit from a
skilled pipeline of graduates proficient in cutting-edge technologies.

Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO of HCT, said, “This initiative marks a transformative milestone in our educational journey. By
embedding AI into our curricula, we are equipping Emirati youth with the future-focused skills needed to lead in a digital economy. Our
partnership with Saal.ai ensures students gain both technical competencies and the innovative mindset to become agile problem-solvers and
drivers of national progress.”

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