UAE and Saudi Innovators Among Finalists for Global AI World Series Awards in Dubai
The AI World Series Awards has officially unveiled its 78 global finalists for 2025, with a remarkable number of startups, companies, and researchers from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia being shortlisted. The final winners will be announced at a major awards ceremony set to take place in Dubai, further highlighting the MENA region's growing prominence in the global artificial intelligence landscape.
By the Numbers
78: Total global finalists selected.
5+: Prominent finalists named from the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
September 18, 2025: Date of the final awards ceremony in Dubai.
Highlighting MENA's AI Talent on the Global Stage
The strong representation from the Gulf is a testament to the region's burgeoning AI talent and innovative capacity. Notable finalists from the MENA region include:
From the UAE:
Distil AI: A finalist in the prestigious "Best AI Startup" category.
Trafik AI: Shortlisted for its work in the "AI in Smart Cities" category.
Dr. Ahmed Al-Falasi: A leading researcher recognized as a finalist for "AI Researcher of the Year."
From Saudi Arabia:
Quant AI: Named a finalist in the "AI in Fintech" category.
Sadeem: A KAUST-affiliated startup, selected as a finalist for its work in "AI in Climate Tech."
Dubai to Host Global AI Awards Ceremony
Reinforcing the region's central role in the industry, the final awards ceremony where the winners will be announced will be held in Dubai on September 18, 2025. The event will bring together the world's leading AI experts, innovators, and investors, cementing Dubai's status as a key meeting point for the global AI community.
A Testament to the Region's Growing AI Prowess
This strong showing of finalists from the UAE and Saudi Arabia is a direct reflection of the heavy investment and strategic focus both nations have placed on artificial intelligence as part of their national development visions. It validates the quality of innovation emerging from the region and its ability to compete on a global level.
Looking Ahead
All eyes will be on the final awards ceremony in Dubai this September as the region's top innovators compete for the top prizes. The success of these finalists underscores the significant progress the MENA region has made in its journey to become a global powerhouse in artificial intelligence research, development, and application.
Source: Middle East AI News