The third edition of Envision will take place on 9 September 2025, at Atlantis, The Royal in Dubai. Hosted by du, the event aims to bring together leaders, tech innovators, and policymakers to push forward the UAE’s AI-driven digital transformation.
A Platform for AI-Enabled Smart Communities
Envision 2025 carries the theme ‘AI progress begins when leaders and technology align’.
The event will bring together government bodies, tech companies, and industry leaders to align AI innovation with the UAE’s national strategies.
- Focus areas include AI and machine learning, sovereign cloud, advanced robotics, and Industry 4.0.
- Linked to the UAE National AI Strategy and the National Digital Government Strategy 2025.
- Aims to foster secure, scalable, AI-first digital infrastructure.
This is not just another conference — it’s a meeting of decision-makers who can shape how AI will be used in government services, urban planning, and everyday life in the UAE.
What’s on the Agenda
The event mixes interactive exhibitions with expert-led discussions.
- AI Data Centres and GPU as a Service
- Generative and agentic AI
- Sovereign cloud services
- Industry-specific applications in healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and smart cities
The agenda reflects a clear focus on both the technical backbone of AI and the industries that will benefit most from it.
Building a Secure and Scalable AI Future
Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO of du, highlighted that the event aligns with the vision of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum: the future is something to be built, not awaited.
- Focus on scalability, security, and sovereign digital infrastructure.
- Strong emphasis on AI as a driver of economic and social transformation.
- Direct tie-in with Dubai’s push for AI adoption in public and private sectors.
The event aims to demonstrate how leadership and technology can converge to drive meaningful change.
Who Should Attend
Envision is designed for:
- Policymakers and government leaders
- CIOs and CTOs from across industries
- AI researchers and cloud specialists
- Business leaders looking to integrate AI into operations
Its scope makes it as relevant for a retail tech executive as it is for a city planner.
Why This Matters for the UAE
With its growing 5G infrastructure and focus on smart city development, the UAE is well-positioned to lead in AI adoption. Envision 2025 provides a platform to transform national AI strategies into actionable steps.
This is especially relevant as sectors ranging from transportation to education seek AI-powered efficiencies.
FAQs
When and where is Envision 2025 happening?
It takes place on 9 September 2025 at Atlantis, The Royal, Dubai.
What is the primary focus of the event?
Aligning leadership and technology to drive AI-powered smart communities in the UAE.
Who can attend?
Industry leaders, policymakers, tech experts, and innovators from various sectors.
