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On the final day of World Governments Summit, G42 leaders spotlighted how AI is reshaping the fabric of governance and digital life in emerging markets. Our Group CEO, Peng Xiao, joined HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, for the closing ceremony to spotlight the UAE’s bold ambition to become a global hub for AI. From the nation’s legacy of building for the future, evident in its pioneering nuclear program to the launch of the UAE-US 5GW AI Campus, he shared how the UAE is rapidly advancing its AI infrastructure with clean energy, hyperscale data centers, and globally connected networks. He also emphasized the role of cutting-edge chips and large-scale language models, including our very own K2 Think, in powering a new era of intelligence built in and for the region. Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight, joined a high-level session on “Shaping the Future of Government Human Resources in the Era of Artificial Intelligence,” where discussions centered on how governments can move toward flexible, skills-based workforces, powered by tech, and guided by policy, culture, and purpose. At the Emerging Economies Forum, Ashish Ipe Koshy, CEO of Inception, took the stage on “Design Digital Lifestyles: From Infrastructure to Experience,” unpacking how AI-native, mobile-first ecosystems can unlock new pathways to inclusive growth and digital participation at scale. As the World Governments Summit 2026 came to a close, our commitment to developing AI-native societies, where infrastructure, policy, and innovation converge to enable intelligent, inclusive digital futures, remains stronger than ever. #G42 #Presight #Inception #AIforGovernance #SmartGovernment #ExponentialAI #DigitalTransformation #WGS2026 #FutureOfWork #AInativeSocieties #Core42 #G42ai #WorldGovSummit

We’re proud to witness another milestone in translating bold AI ambition into institutional transformation. The agreement between Inception and Abu Dhabi Fund for Development, signed at #WGS2026, signals a shared commitment to embedding AI at the core of public service, enhancing performance, enabling data-driven governance, and reinforcing the UAE’s global AI leadership.

Today’s sessions at World Governments Summit offered powerful insights into how the UAE is shaping the future of AI with vision, responsibility, and global cooperation.   Dr. Adel Alsharji, COO, Presight, highlighted the rapid global momentum of AI adoption, pointing to the UAE’s leadership in advancing its responsible use. He emphasized Presight’s strong progress and stressed the importance of public-private partnerships, governance, and transparent communication in achieving sustainable, long-term adoption.   Faheem Ahamed, Group CMO at G42, joined global leaders in a roundtable on “The Future of Communication and Storytelling,” exploring how we can balance innovation with authenticity and use AI as a creative force to build trust across borders.   In a session on “The Economics of Clusters and Innovation,” Talal M. Al Kaissi, Interim CEO of Core42 and Group Chief Global Affairs Officer at G42, joined a dialogue on driving impact through international cooperation, innovation financing, and the power of collaborative ecosystems.   Sultan Al Owais, VP - International Execution, Khazna Data Centers, took part in a closed strategic dialogue on advancing energy efficiency in AI infrastructure, highlighting how public-private partnerships can drive sustainable outcomes at scale.   #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #Core42 #KhaznaDataCenters #AIforGovernance #Exponentialai #WorldGovSummit #DigitalTransformation #SustainableAI #AILeadership #Presight

How do we design digital lifestyles that are transformative, inclusive, and built for the future?   At World Governments Summit, Ashish Ipe Koshy, CEO of Inception, will join a panel discussion at the Emerging Economies Forum: "Design Digital Lifestyles: From Infrastructure to Experience" to explore how emerging markets can leapfrog legacy systems to create AI-native, mobile-first, experience-driven ecosystems.   The session will examine how the convergence of enterprise tech, payments, and connectivity is redefining digital participation and what design choices today will shape the socioeconomic outcomes of tomorrow.   🗓 February 5, 2026
🕚 11:35 AM – 12:05 PM
📍 Madinat Jumeirah Hotel, 2.4 ADFD Hall   #WorldGovSummit #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #ExponentialAI #AIforGovernment #DigitalTransformation #SmartGovernment

How is AI reshaping the government workforce?   At World Governments Summit, Thomas Pramotedham, CEO of Presight, will join a roundtable on “Shaping the Future of Government Human Resources in the Era of Artificial Intelligence.”   The session will explore how AI is redefining the nature of public sector jobs, how we can transition from traditional qualifications to a skills-based workforce, and what future-ready, flexible public sector environments will require from policy to culture to technology.   🗓 February 5, 2026
🕥 10:45 AM – 12:45 PM
📍 Mina Al Salam Hotel   #WorldGovSummit #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #ExponentialAI #AIforGovernment #DigitalTransformation #SmartGovernment

“AI can’t be a national priority unless it’s the number one priority.” – Peng Xiao, Group CEO, G42 At the World Governments Summit, Peng Xiao spotlighted G42’s “Digital Embassy” initiative, a bold effort to help nations without native compute resources gain access to cutting-edge AI capacity. From strategic partnerships to AI-backed diplomacy, G42 and the UAE are building bridges that empower other countries to accelerate AI adoption and contribute to a globally distributed AI economy. #WGS2026 #WorldGovSummit #G42 #G42ai #DigitalEmbassy #AIDiplomacy #AIforAll #Partnerships #FutureOfAI

“We expect to output up to 100 trillion tokens a day, that’s the scale of intelligence we’re building for the UAE and beyond.” – Peng Xiao, Group CEO, G42 At the World Governments Summit, our Group CEO, Peng Xiao, shared how G42 and the UAE are scaling intelligence infrastructure at unprecedented levels. From massive compute capacity to ultra-low-latency connectivity, the vision is clear: build an equitable, accessible, and energy-efficient AI ecosystem that serves not just the region, but the world. In partnership with Microsoft, G42 is helping shape a future where AI reaches the many, not the few. #WGS2026 #WorldGovSummit #G42 #G42ai #DigitalInfrastructure #AI #ExponentialAI #AIaccessibility

At World Governments Summit, Sultan Al Owais, VP – International Execution at Khazna Data Centers, will join a closed strategic dialogue hosted by Agility Global on “Partnerships for a Sustainable, Intelligent Economy: Reducing Energy Intensity in the Age of AI Infrastructure.”   This high-level session will bring together senior leaders from the public and private sectors to explore how infrastructure efficiency is becoming a defining factor in AI-driven growth. Discussions will highlight how public-private partnerships are driving scalable, energy-efficient infrastructure, aligning incentives across stakeholders, and translating sustainability goals into measurable outcomes, without compromising performance or reliability.   🗓 February 4, 2026
🕝 14:45  – 15:45 
📍 Madinat Jumeirah Hotel   #WorldGovSummit #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #DigitalInfrastructure #SustainableAI #ExponentialAI #GreenTech #AIInfrastructure #AI

At World Governments Summit, Talal M. Al Kaissi, Interim CEO of Core42 and Group Chief Global Affairs Officer at G42, will join a dialogue bringing together leaders from advanced and emerging economies to exchange practical insights on innovation, financing, and international cooperation.   The session will explore how innovation is translating into real-world solutions, the role of financing in accelerating progress, and why cross-border collaboration is becoming a commercial and execution necessity in today’s global landscape, while also highlighting where regional partnerships are already delivering impact and how different models of collaboration can drive cluster development, intellectual property value creation, and long-term competitiveness through shared innovation.   🗓 February 4, 2026
🕝 11:35AM - 12:05PM
📍 Madinat Jumeirah Hotel, 6.2 Office of Development Affairs Hall   #WorldGovSummit #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #ExponentialAI #DigitalSovereignty #Technology #SmartGovernment #DigitalTransformation

At World Governments Summit, our Group Chief Marketing & Communication Officer, Faheem Ahamed, will join global media leaders, creators, and policymakers for a high-level roundtable on "The Future of Communication and Storytelling." As generative AI and immersive tech redefine creativity, the session will explore how we can balance innovation with authenticity, using AI as a co-creator, amplifying cultural narratives, and fostering emotional connection in a digital age. Faheem will contribute insights on how to build an intelligent, ethical, and emotionally resonant communication ecosystem, one that empowers creators and strengthens public trust across borders. 🗓 February 4, 2026 🕘 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Madinat Jumeirah Hotel #WorldGovSummit #WGS2026 #G42 #G42ai #ExponentialAI #AIforGovernance #DigitalTransformation #Technology #ai