About the Centre

Hosted at MBZUAI - the world’s first AI-dedicated research university - the Centre is  in an institution that advances AI research and education, offering world-class programs for undergraduates, graduates, executives, and working professionals.

Turning collaboration into impact 

Established in January 2026 and announced at the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos as part of the Fourth Industrial Revolution Network, the Centre is focused on advancing global AI excellence by strengthening capabilities in research, infrastructure, adoption and innovation.


Recent milestones

Global AI Literacy program launch

October 15-16, 2026  •  Dubai and Abu Dhabi, UAE

At the Annual Meeting of Global Future Leaders in Dubai and at MBZUAI in Abu Dhabi, the Centre launched the first phase AI for All in collaboration with the Global Shapers Community.  

The program will equip youth in 100 cities with practical AI skills, from generative and agentic AI to responsible governance, with priority given to regions where AI training is harder to access.

Abu Dhabi Learning Journeys

October 16, 2026 •  Abu Dhabi, UAE

More than 130 members of the Global Shapers Community from 40+ countries met researchers and teams working across foundation models, leadership in the age of AI, advancing scientific discovery through AI, and entrepreneurship in Abu Dhabi.

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Announcement of AI for All collaboration - Deyki Liang, Head of the Centre, alongside WEF counterparts
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Session with Professor Eric Xing, Champion of the Centre

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MBZUAI is launching the Centre for Intelligent Future as a global platform where frontier AI research is connected directly to the world’s most pressing economic, social, and human challenges

Eric Xing

MBZUAI President and Champion for the Centre for Intelligent Future


What's ahead

Upcoming research and opportunities to engage with the Centre.

WEF Annual Meeting 

AI for science, education, and society
The Centre will host timely discussions with university leaders, researchers, and partners on how AI can be leveraged to advance scientific discovery and transform education and learning.

January 18-22, 2027 • Davos, Switzerland

Session dates and participation details to follow.

AI for Scientific Discovery

Planned for launch at Davos, 2027. A flagship report exploring AI’s role in advancing scientific discovery.

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Empowering leaders to unlock the potential of frontier technologies and accelerate their inclusive and sustainable adoption.

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