Abu Dhabi Congress to explore how AI, investment can shape future of Arabic
How can artificial intelligence better understand Arabic? How can Arabic books, films and games become valuable intellectual property? And what investment is needed to turn creative ideas into sustainable businesses? These questions will be at the centre of the Congress of Arabic & Creative Industries (Congress ACI), which takes place at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi on September 20. Get it:…
The Congress of Arabic & Creative Industries (Congress ACI) will convene in Abu Dhabi on September 20, exploring the potential of artificial intelligence, investment, and infrastructure to shape the future of Arabic content. Organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) as part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the fifth edition of the Congress will focus on the theme "Arabic as Infrastructure: Identity, Knowledge and Economic Power in the Digital Age."
Key areas of discussion include the role of AI in understanding and utilizing Arabic language tools for everyday applications. Esteemed speakers such as Mohammad Abu Sheikh (Founder and CEO of CNTXT AI), Dr Hanada Taha Thomure (Zayed University), and Professor Dennis Yi Tenen (Columbia University) will delve into the development of Arabic-language AI for practical uses.
Another critical aspect of the Congress is examining how Arabic content can transform into valuable intellectual property. Discussions will revolve around the valuation of book rights, gaming licenses, creative franchises, and the unique challenges in protecting these assets. Representatives from MBC Shahid, TikTok, and Dar Al Adab will share their insights on navigating this landscape.
Investment in creative businesses will also be a central theme, with contributions from industry experts such as Mohamed Hefzy (Film Clinic founder), Eddy Maroun (Anghami co-founder), and Noor Sweid (entrepreneur and venture capitalist). The Congress will highlight how gaming can serve as a tool for Arabic language education and cultural connection among younger generations.
To nurture emerging talent, Congress X Youth will offer workshops tailored to university students, young professionals, and aspiring creators. Topics will encompass mobile journalism, AI integration, filmmaking, animation, social media storytelling, and the adaptation of Arabic literature for film and television. CNN Arabic will also provide hands-on training sessions focusing on mobile journalism, AI research, transcription, translation, and content distribution.
In addition to the various sessions, the Congress will launch its first Matchmaking Platform, facilitating connections between creators, investors, researchers, and decision-makers. The event will be hosted by Egyptian actor Ahmed Amin and will conclude with a musical interlude by singer-songwriter Hamza Namira.
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