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7/3/25, 10:56 AM Higher Colleges of Technology and Saal.ai Forge Strategic Partnership to Build the UAE’s Next Generation of AI Talent | Web Release

Higher Colleges of Technology and Saal.ai Forge Strategic Partnership

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Higher Colleges Of Technology And Saal.Ai Forge Strategic Partnership To Build The

UAE’s Next Generation Of AI Talent

• 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.

By Editor_wr Last updated Jul 2, 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.

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.”

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