Abu Dhabi Government has marked its 13th participation in GITEX Global 2024, held until 18 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre, by unveiling groundbreaking AI-powered digital initiatives on the event's opening day, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global leader in digital transformation and innovation.

The Abu Dhabi Government pavilion at GITEX Global 2024 will showcase various zones under the theme Towards an AI-Native Government, with the participation of more than 30 government and academic entities, reflecting its commitment to integrating AI technologies to enhance digital services.

On day one, Abu Dhabi Government entities launched a group of initiatives aimed at transforming customer service and accelerating the emirate’s transition to a fully AI-driven digital future. These initiatives specifically target advancements in key sectors, including cybersecurity, culture and literature, statistics, and government performance excellence, with a focus on enhancing the quality of life for the citizens and residents of Abu Dhabi.

The Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi launched GovGPT, an AI-driven knowledge agent tailored to empower Abu Dhabi Government employees by providing easy access to various AI tools. Additionally, Department of Government Enablement – Abu Dhabi launched the Cybersecurity Hackathon, a competition involving students from UAE universities to explore talents in cybersecurity through simulation of hacking attempts.

Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi launched Bayaan, a unified decision-making platform utilising latest generative AI technologies to provide decision-makers with forward-looking indicators and advanced data analytics.

Meanwhile, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi launched an AI-powered audiobooks platform, converting written texts into audio content, to enable those with visual impairments or reading difficulties to access a wide library of literature.

By embracing AI-powered solutions, Abu Dhabi government aims to continuously improve efficiency, transparency, and user satisfaction for citizens and residents alike. As a key player in the region’s digital transformation, it remains dedicated to setting new benchmarks in AI adoption, with more than 80 transformative initiatives to be revealed during the week.

Through its strategic participation in GITEX Global 2024, Abu Dhabi Government is not only showcasing its leadership in digital excellence, but also strengthening partnerships with global tech leaders, reinforcing its vision of a future-ready, AI-driven government.