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7/3/25, 10:56 AM Higher Colleges Of Technology And Saal.ai Partner To Develop AI Talent In UAE - OneArabia

Dr. Faisal Alayyan, President and CEO of HCT, stated, "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, commented on the collaboration: "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 as
well as contributing to the UAE’s vision of a sustainable and knowledge-based economy."

National Educational Agenda Alignment

The collaboration is part of a broader effort aligned with the UAE Year of Community goals. It aims to accelerate innovation, empower youth, and
create impactful partnerships between academia and technology leaders. The UAE plans to introduce AI into government school curricula from
kindergarten through Grade 12 starting next academic year as part of this long-term strategy.

This nationwide initiative is designed to prepare future generations for the digital age. By focusing on these areas, the UAE aims to ensure its youth
are equipped with essential skills for success in an increasingly digital world.

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