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UAE firms double AI investment but struggle with execution maturity

Organisations in the United Arab Emirates have increased their AI spending by 105 per cent year on year. Despite this surge in capital, a recent study shows a regional AI maturity score of only 48 out of 100, revealing a gap between funding and implementation.

Why it matters

This disconnect suggests that enterprise teams must prioritise operational frameworks over simple procurement. Building production-grade AI requires bridging the gap between high-level investment and technical execution at scale.

Key points

  • UAE organisations increased AI expenditure by 105 per cent over the last year.
  • A maturity score of 48 out of 100 indicates significant room for operational improvement.
  • The disparity highlights challenges in moving from initial investment to full production.
  • Teams need to focus on robust infrastructure to support growing AI budgets.

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