Microsoft is taking big steps to train 1 million people in AI. This major push was announced at Dubai AI Week 2025.
At the event, Microsoft shared new plans to teach students and teachers in Dubai. The goal is to build AI skills early.
The company will run free virtual sessions in private schools for students aged 14 to 18. These will be in English and Arabic.
Students will explore AI through tools they already use, like Bing Chat, Minecraft, and Copilot. Learning will be simple and fun.
They will also be introduced to platforms like Microsoft Learn, LinkedIn Learning, and AI for Beginners—all free to use.
Teachers will learn how Microsoft AI tools help in education. These include Reading Coach, Reflect, Copilot, and Bing Chat. They will also learn how to use AI safely and responsibly in the classroom.
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“Dubai AI Week is a strategic platform for collaboration and action, and we’re proud to be at the forefront, supporting the UAE’s ambitious AI agenda,” said Naim Yazbeck, General Manager, Microsoft UAE.
“At Microsoft, we believe that skilling is the single most critical investment we can make to ensure that the benefits of AI reach everyone. By investing in talent development, fostering trusted partnerships, and ensuring responsible AI adoption, we’re empowering every learner, educator, and organization with the tools and knowledge to unlock AI’s full potential and drive innovation at scale.”
Microsoft is also joining key global leaders in serious AI talks. These talks will explore how AI shapes industries and economies.
Bill Borden, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, will speak at the GenAI Summit hosted by Emirates NBD.
The company will also take part in the AI Retreat, hosted by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Microsoft leaders will join top minds to shape the future of AI in both government and business.
They will also judge the Global Prompt Engineering Championship, looking for rising AI talent from around the world.
Microsoft will run daily AI skilling sessions with the Dubai Future Foundation. These sessions are open to partners and customers.
Exclusive executive roundtables will dive into using AI in retail and the public sector.
The company will also attend the Dubai AI Festival with a booth. Experts will join panels and talk about new Copilot tools.
Dubai AI Week brings together over 180 thought leaders from more than 15 countries. It aims to make Dubai a true AI hub.
Microsoft’s work shows it wants to lead in AI education, innovation, and responsible use across the region.