Dubai invites submissions for the second round of its AI Accelerator program, aiming to revolutionize public services.
The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI) has announced the opening of applications for the second cycle of its "Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator" programme. This programme invites global AI experts and companies to collaborate with over 20 Dubai government entities to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance public services[1][2][3].
The eight-week fully sponsored residency in Dubai, from 6 October to 28 November 2025, provides mentorship from leading AI specialists and direct access to senior government decision-makers to pilot solutions in real environments[3]. The programme operates on an equity-free basis, allowing participants to retain full ownership of their intellectual property and innovations they develop during the accelerator[2][3].
The programme targets four priority areas: enhancing existing public services through AI-driven personalization and efficiency, creating new government services to address previously intractable challenges, embedding AI into daily government operations to improve internal productivity, and developing inclusive AI solutions to break accessibility barriers, ensuring services are available to all segments of society[1][2][3].
The inaugural cycle attracted 615 companies from 55 countries, resulting in 183 AI use cases and 75 of these have already been piloted[3]. The aim of the programme is to position Dubai as the world's largest hub for AI-powered innovation, contributing to Dubai's vision of becoming one of the world's top cities for intelligent public services[1][2][3].
Benefits for participants include direct access to senior decision-makers, opportunities for large-scale implementation, and fully sponsored travel and accommodation, with no equity stake required[2][3]. Applications close on 28 August 2025, providing a unique opportunity for AI innovators to contribute directly to transforming government services in Dubai[1][2][3].
Under the leadership of DCAI, the programme is a collaboration with Dubai Future Accelerators, an initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation[1][2]. The programme supports Dubai’s broader "Dubai Universal Blueprint for Artificial Intelligence," aimed at embedding AI in all strategic sectors, developing AI governance, education, talent, and infrastructure, and positioning Dubai as an AI innovation hub[1][2][3].
Saeed Al Falasi, Executive Director of DCAI, has stated the programme's aim is to deliver agile, AI-powered services that enhance speed, quality, and efficiency[4]. The programme's success in the first cycle has demonstrated its potential in driving innovation and improving the efficiency of government services in Dubai[3].
[1] Dubai Media Office (2025). Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence Announces Second Cycle of Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator. [online] Available at: https://dubaimediaoffice.com/news/dubai-centre-for-artificial-intelligence-announces-second-cycle-of-future-of-ai-in-government-services-accelerator
[2] Dubai Future Foundation (2025). Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator. [online] Available at: https://dubai.future/en/accelerators/future-of-ai-in-government-services-accelerator
[3] Government of Dubai (2025). Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence Launches Second Cycle of Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator. [online] Available at: https://dubai.ae/en/news-and-announcements/dubai-centre-for-artificial-intelligence-launches-second-cycle-of-future-of-ai-in-government-services-accelerator
[4] Gulf News (2025). Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence launches second cycle of Future of AI in Government Services Accelerator. [online] Available at: https://gulfnews.com/uae/government/dubai-centre-for-artificial-intelligence-launches-second-cycle-of-future-of-ai-in-government-services-accelerator-1.1662578806001
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