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People and skills

The latest news on people and skills in smart city projects across the world.

Digital Dubai launches AI training initiative for the workforce

Digital Dubai launches AI training initiative for the workforce

AI CityXchange16 Apr 2026

It forms part of Dubai Government’s commitment to enhance the future readiness of talent and accelerate the adoption of AI across government operations.

Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growth

Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growth

AI CityXchange03 Apr 2026

As part of the announcement, several advanced strategic projects have also been launched that will further progress Dubai towards a fully integrated digital city.

Digital Dubai launches senior citizens track

Digital Dubai launches senior citizens track

Inclusivity11 Feb 2026

Digital Dubai and the Community Development Authority are enhancing digital quality of life for seniors as part of the Digital Balance Initiative for Families.

Dubai partners with Oracle to build digital capabilities

Dubai partners with Oracle to build digital capabilities

People and skills21 Oct 2025

The entities will collaborate in the fields of AI and digital innovation to develop joint use cases that contribute to improving business and user experiences.

Dubai launches unified digital channels for government services

Dubai launches unified digital channels for government services

News13 May 2025

Initiative supports Dubai’s strategy to digitalise life and strengthen its position among the world’s top three cities in digital, human-centred service delivery.

Dubai publishes Dubai State of AI Report

Dubai publishes Dubai State of AI Report

AI and Machine Learning28 Apr 2025

Report offers a comprehensive view of AI’s role in transforming government services in Dubai and assesses more than 100 high-impact, high-return AI use cases.

Digital Dubai collaborates with Microsoft on AI skills

Digital Dubai collaborates with Microsoft on AI skills

People and skills21 Mar 2025

The tech company will help employees develop knowledge and skills in AI science and its application and advance the digital knowledge economy and society.

Digital Dubai partners to develop skills to shape the future

Digital Dubai partners to develop skills to shape the future

People and skills02 Jan 2025

Digital Dubai will work with Dubai Future Foundation to develop national competencies and cultivate capabilities that align with emerging technologies.

Digital Dubai collaborates with Microsoft for technical innovation

Digital Dubai collaborates with Microsoft for technical innovation

AI and Machine Learning18 Oct 2024

The agreement emphasises Microsoft’s commitment to launching an initiative aimed at developing AI skills to support Digital Dubai’s efforts in this area.

Dubai launches digital strategy and digital city initiative

Dubai launches digital strategy and digital city initiative

Policymaking05 Jul 2023

The emirate’s strategy is based on a vision to digitalise all aspects of life and establish a robust digital system that empowers a digitally driven society.

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ST Engineering to provide smart city platform for Lusail City

The company will build and operate a smart city platform with citywide network connectivity for the Qatar city using advanced AI and data-driven technologies.

Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

They will collaborate on projects relating to 5G, smart city applications and digital transformation.

AI used to monitor and optimise Swedish road infrastructure

Computer vision and machine learning specialist, Univrses, will work with the Swedish Transport Administration to digitise and manage roadside infrastructure.

Public technology Portal sculpture unites Dublin and New York

Each sculpture features a 24/7 visual livestream from a Portal in the other city, allowing real-time interaction between Dubliners and New Yorkers and visitors.

Solar city goes live

Trina Solar’s PV modules have begun operations in the 10MW Sustainable City in Dubai, which aims to use only clean energy sources

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