Commissioner of the GC REAI, Visiting Lecturer on AI in the Cloud & Edge Implementation at the University of Oxford & Guest Lecturer at HP Cambridge Partnership for Education

Saeed Aldhaheri is a distinguished Emirati thought leader in technology, innovation, and future foresight. Serving as Advisor for International Moon Day, he contributes to advancing global space exploration awareness. As Director of the Centre for Future Studies at the University of Dubai and Chair Professor at the Harbin Institute of Technology, he drives research on emerging technologies. He chairs the International Telecommunication Union’s AI Working Group, shaping responsible artificial intelligence adoption, and is Principal Partner at 01Gov, fostering digital transformation in governance. With expertise spanning academia, policy, and industry, Al Dhaheri is recognised for bridging visionary thinking with practical strategies for a tech-driven future.

Credentials and Impact

Having made a significant and lasting impact on the AI and technology landscape in the UAE and beyond, Saeed leverages decades of leadership in digital transformation, emerging technologies, and innovation governance. As the former President of the Digital Engineering Chapter of the Society of Engineers–UAE and an Advisor to the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, he has shaped national strategies in engineering and technology policy. His founding role and tenure as Director General of the Emirates Identity Authority marked a milestone in the nation’s digital infrastructure, where he spearheaded the groundbreaking UAE National Smart ID Card project.

His influence extended to overseeing the Ministry’s Global WAN project, enhancing international connectivity and digital diplomacy. Beyond government, Al Dhaheri served as Vice President of the Emirates Information Technology Society, former Chairman of the Board for Smartworld, and board member for eSAFE. His global contributions include membership in the World Economic Forum’s councils on Virtual and Augmented Reality and the Future of the Metaverse.

An award-winning leader, he has received the CIO 50 Award by CNME and the IDC Insight CIO Award for Business Enablement. Today, he advises the World Ethical Data Foundation, serves on Chapter Zero UAE’s Steering Committee, and guides TRENDS Research & Advisory.

Publications and Media

Alongside co-authoring ‘Digital Nation: How the UAE is Building a Future Based on Tech Innovation’, Saeed has also published numerous articles in the Harvard Business Review Arabia and the Dubai Policy Review Journal, sharing his insights on a technologically advanced future. His thought leadership and forward-looking vision have earned him recognition for an illustrious career dedicated to shaping AI, digital transformation, and innovation in the UAE and beyond.

Why Hire Saeed Aldhaheri?

Saeed is a highly sought-after AI speaker, known for delivering insightful, future-focused talks at prestigious platforms including the University of Oxford, the United Nations, and the World Economic Forum. Drawing on decades of experience in leading groundbreaking technology initiatives and authoring influential publications, he offers audiences a rare blend of academic depth and practical expertise.

His presentations regularly explore artificial intelligence, digital transformation, technology innovation, and data ethics, making them relevant to professionals across diverse industries. Valued for his ability to simplify complex concepts while inspiring strategic thinking, Saeed consistently equips decision-makers with actionable insights to navigate the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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