Future Economy Forum spotlights AI innovations to empower SMEs

Sharjah Economic Development Department organised the Future Economy Forum at Sharjah Classic Cars Museum in cooperation with the UAE's National Artificial intelligence Programme, Sharjah City Municipality, Sharjah Foundation for Supporting Entrepreneurship (Ruwad), and several private-sector entities, under the title “Maintaining and repairing vehicles using Al”.

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The meeting highlighted the latest artificial intelligence innovations that enhance service efficiency and improve work quality in this vital sector, as part of efforts to stimulate entrepreneurship in the emirate, support and empower SMEs, and create new investment opportunities for the next generation by introducing them to priority growth sectors.

The forum drew wide participation from government representatives, the private sector, young entrepreneurs, and students from universities and technical institutes. Discussions focused on integrating smart technologies into economic and professional activities, and on the role of Al in advancing vehicle-maintenance workshops and creating new opportunities within the entrepreneurship ecosystem.

The programme featured presentations from participating entities, a success story from a young Emirati entrepreneur in smart car workshops, and interactive platforms from SEDD, Sharjah Classic Cars Museum and Emirates Development Bank, along with exhibition stands showcasing youth projects in technology and digital maintenance.