UAE Unifies AI, Data and Cybersecurity Under New Cabinet-Level Authority

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The appointment of Omar Sultan Al Olama as its chairman reinforces the UAE’s long-standing commitment to AI-led governance.

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UAE Unifies AI, Data and Cybersecurity Under New Cabinet-Level Authority

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The UAE is taking a significant step toward consolidating its AI ambitions by creating a new federal authority tasked with overseeing AI, data governance, digital services, and cybersecurity. Approved by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, the Artificial Intelligence and Data Authority will report directly to the Cabinet, placing one of the country’s most strategically important technology agendas at the center of government decision-making.

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