OpenAI targets AI-native enterprise growth in UAE with local data, inference residency

Farouk El Hamzawi, Head of Enterprise at OpenAI MENA, discussed the company's growth priorities in the UAE, highlighting the importance of local data infrastructure. He emphasized ChatGPT Work's role in enhancing productivity and decision-making, reflecting the UAE's commitment to its national AI ambitions. Enterprise adoption of AI is accelerating across sectors such as government, banking, energy, and education, with AI becoming integrated into workflows and public services. The UAE's national strategies, like the UAE National AI Strategy 2031, position it as a global reference point in AI.