{
  "id": 9103696,
  "title": "Qatar concludes second AI Executive Leadership Programme",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/qatar-concludes-second-ai-executive-leadership-programme",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-22T06:45:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Peninsula Qatar",
    "slug": "the-peninsula-qatar",
    "url": "https://thepeninsulaqatar.com/article/22/09/2026/qatar-concludes-second-ai-executive-leadership-programme"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Doha, Qatar witnessed the conclusion of the second AI Executive Leadership Programme, titled 'AI Business Strategy & Innovation', organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) in collaboration with Microsoft and Qatar Digital Academy. The three-day event, held at the INSEAD Europe Centre in Fontainebleau, France from September 14 to 16, 2026, gathered 24 leaders from 17 government entities.\n\nThe programme facilitated participants' transition from a basic understanding of artificial intelligence to a strategic assessment of its opportunities. It guided them in identifying priority use cases, aligning them with institutional goals, and devising a case for implementation. Furthermore, it tackled crucial aspects such as data, governance, risk management, and organizational change, promoting the responsible adoption of AI.\n\nThe programme incorporated real-world projects and challenges pertinent to the participating institutions. Participants utilized frameworks and tools to evaluate opportunities based on potential value, feasibility, data readiness, and institutional readiness. The program also offered access to global expertise and best practices, fostering interaction among leaders from various entities and sectors.\n\nThe impact of the programme transcends its conclusion, as the knowledge and skills acquired will be transferred to working teams, leading to practical applications, initiatives, and projects within government entities.",
  "summary": "<p>Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) concluded the second edition of the AI Executive Leadership Programme, ‘AI Business Strategy & Innovation,’ held at the INSEAD Europe Centre in Fontainebleau, France, from 14 to 16 September 2026 in collaboration with Microsoft and Qatar Digital Academy.</p> <p>Held over three days, the Programme brought together 24…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}