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Higher Colleges Of Technology And Saal.Ai Partner To Develop UAE’s

Next Generation Of AI Talent

In a strategic move to foster innovation and enhance the UAE’s artificial intelligence capabilities, the Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT) has signed a
landmark partnership with Saal.ai, a leading cognitive technology company under the Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG). The collaboration aims to equip
Emirati students with practical experience and training in artificial intelligence (AI) and big data systems, helping prepare a new generation of AI-ready
professionals.

The partnership was formalized during a signing ceremony held at HCT’s campus, signaling a joint commitment to building a sustainable, knowledge-
driven economy in line with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031 and the UAE Year of Community.

AI In Education: A National Priority
As part of the collaboration, DigiXT, Saal.ai’s advanced AI and big data platform developed in the UAE, will be integrated into HCT’s academic programs.
This initiative will give students hands-on exposure to real-world applications of AI, empowering them with future-focused skills that meet industry
demands and support national innovation agendas.

His Excellency 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.”
The agreement aligns with HCT’s 2023–2028 strategic vision, which emphasizes applied learning, industry engagement, and the production of
graduates who are work-ready and capable of thriving in a fast-evolving global workforce.

Saal.Ai’s Role In Fostering Innovation

Vikraman Poduval, CEO of Saal.ai, stated:
“At Saal.ai, we believe in the transformative power of technology to drive societal progress. By equipping Emirati students with practical AI skills and
collaborating with public sector entities, we are fostering innovation and contributing to the UAE’s vision of a sustainable and knowledge-based economy.”
The partnership also reinforces the UAE’s broader educational and economic strategies, including efforts to integrate AI into K–12 government school
curricula beginning in the next academic year.

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