ABU DHABI POWER AI ECOSYSTEM

The Global AI Show 2025 Abu Dhabi, themed “AI:2031 – Accelerating Intelligent Futures,” returns December 8–9 at Space42 Arena, uniting global leaders, researchers, and innovators to shape the next decade of AI.

Under the theme “AI:2031 – Accelerating Intelligent Futures,” it bridges regional ambition with global insight, fostering ethical, scalable AI that transforms industries and societies.

Organized by VAP Group and powered by Times of AI, it’s the definitive platform where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact—driving ethical innovation, smart transformation, and the future of intelligent systems.

A thriving hub for digital ambition, Abu Dhabi sets the stage for visionaries to build what’s next.

The Global AI Show 2025 Abu Dhabi is proudly backed by the UAE’s National Program for Artificial Intelligence and the Cyber Security Council—strategic partnerships that underscore its role as a platform of national vision and global impact.

These alliances highlight a shared mission: advancing ethical, secure, and inclusive AI that drives innovation at scale, aligned with the UAE’s long-term digital ambitions.

It’s where policy meets progress, and the future of intelligent technology takes shape.

The Global AI Show 2025 Abu Dhabi, under the theme “AI:2031 – Accelerating Intelligent Futures,” brings together trailblazers shaping the next wave of intelligent innovation.

Maitha Alnuaimi, Dubai’s first female Emirati drone pilot and AI graduate, is a symbol of the region’s rising tech talent—driving 3D mapping, big data, and smart city transformation at Dubai Municipality.

Andy Tang, Managing Partner at Draper Dragon, brings decades of venture insight, having backed over 15 unicorns across AI, fintech, and healthcare—his perspective is essential for founders and investors shaping tomorrow’s tech.

And H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Chairman of the UAE Cyber Security Council, stands at the forefront of national digital resilience—elevating the UAE into the global top 5 in cybersecurity and anchoring AI advancement within a framework of trust, safety, and strategic vision.

This is where leadership meets legacy—in AI, security, and the future of smart nations.

These leaders will feature thought-provoking keynotes and panel transformative ideas that shape the future of intelligent systems including:

• “Future Trends in AI: Preparing Governance Ecosystems for the Decade to Come” – featuring Maitha Alnuaimi and Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem Al Zaabi
• “Powered by AI: Building the Next Billion Startups” – led by Dr. Hyunijin Kim
• “Supercharged by AI: The Next Generation of Disruptive Startups” – featuring Andy Tang
• “AI-Powered Incident Response: The Future of Crisis Management” – keynote by H.E. Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti

About VAP Group:

A leading AI, Blockchain, and Gaming consulting giant driving AI and Web3 solutions over the past 12 years under the flagship events that are globally renowned under the brand of Global AI Show, Global Games Show, and Global Blockchain Show. With a strong footprint in the UAE, UK, India, and Hong Kong, our expert team of over 170 professionals ensures that our clients remain at the forefront of innovation. We drive innovation through Strategic PR and Marketing, Bounty Campaigns, and Global Events that showcase the brightest minds in the transformative fields of Web3, AI, and Gaming. We also offer services in advertising and media, as well as staffing.