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Higher Colleges of Technology and Saal.ai Forge Strategic

Partnership to Build the UAE’s Next Generation of AI Talent

July 3, 2025

The collaboration aims to prepare UAE nationals for the industry, providing them practical experience and training in
artificial intelligence and big data systems.

The agreement was officially signed during a ceremony held at the Higher Colleges of Technology campus.

Abu Dhabi, UAE, July, 2025: In a major step toward advancing the UAE’s innovation ecosystem and higher education
landscape, 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.

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The agreement was formalized 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.

His Excellency Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO of HCT, emphasized the significance of the partnership, stating:
“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.”

Vikraman Poduval, CEO of Saal.ai, said: “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
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