Dubai Holding and Palantir Launch Aither to Drive AI Growth in UAE
<h4><strong>Dubai Holding and Palantir Join Forces to Launch Aither, UAE’s New AI Powerhouse</strong></h4><p>Dubai has officially launched <strong>Aither</strong>, a new artificial intelligence (AI) company created through a joint venture between <strong>Dubai Holding</strong> and <strong>Palantir Technologies</strong>. The move aims to scale AI deployment across the UAE’s public and private sectors, reinforcing the nation’s position as a global leader in digital transformation.</p><p>The agreement was signed in Dubai in the presence of <strong>Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum</strong>, Chairman of Dubai Holding, and <strong>Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini</strong>, UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs. The signing ceremony featured <strong>Amit Kaushal</strong>, Group CEO of Dubai Holding, and <strong>Noam Perski</strong>, Executive Vice President at Palantir.</p><p>Aither represents the culmination of <strong>18 months of successful collaboration</strong> between the two organizations. During that time, Dubai Holding and Palantir developed and implemented advanced AI systems across sectors including <strong>real estate, hospitality, finance, and infrastructure</strong>, delivering tangible benefits to major brands such as <strong>Nakheel, Meraas, and Jumeirah</strong>.</p><h4><strong>Accelerating Applied AI Across UAE Industries</strong></h4><p>Aither’s mission is clear — to <strong>industrialize artificial intelligence</strong> across key UAE industries and unlock measurable value in both public and private enterprises. The platform will focus on applying AI to real-world operations, driving efficiency, innovation, and data-driven decision-making.</p><p>Early use cases have already demonstrated significant results:</p><p><strong>Improved operational efficiency</strong> across Dubai Holding’s subsidiaries.</p><p><strong>Faster decision-making</strong> through real-time data visibility.</p><p><strong>Enhanced productivity</strong> in core business areas such as logistics, finance, and customer engagement.</p><p>Building on these successes, Aither will now extend these capabilities to a wider ecosystem of organizations across the UAE.</p><h4><strong>Supporting Dubai’s Digital Economy Vision</strong></h4><p>The creation of Aither directly supports the <strong>Dubai Economic Agenda D33</strong>, which aims to generate <strong>Dh100 billion annually</strong> through digital transformation initiatives. The D33 vision seeks to position Dubai among the top three global cities for business, technology, and innovation.</p><p>By localizing AI expertise and promoting responsible adoption, Aither will contribute to the UAE’s national goals — including <strong>economic diversification</strong>, <strong>digital leadership</strong>, and the creation of <strong>future-ready talent</strong>.</p><p>Amit Kaushal, Group CEO of Dubai Holding, emphasized:</p><blockquote><p>“Through Aither, we are extending proven AI capabilities to the wider market, supporting Dubai’s digital ambitions and the UAE’s goal to accelerate economic diversification and strengthen its global leadership in the digital economy.”</p></blockquote><h4><strong>Palantir’s First UAE Joint Venture</strong></h4><p>For <strong>Palantir Technologies</strong>, the launch of Aither marks its <strong>first joint venture in the UAE</strong> — and a major milestone in its strategy to localize AI infrastructure for national economies.</p><p>Aither will leverage Palantir’s powerful AI platforms — such as <strong>Foundry</strong> and <strong>Artificial Intelligence Platform (AIP)</strong> — to build <strong>secure, sovereign, and high-impact applications</strong> tailored for UAE institutions.</p><p>Palantir’s expertise in data integration and AI-powered analytics, combined with Dubai Holding’s market experience and sector reach, positions Aither as a key enabler of digital innovation in the UAE and across the wider MENA region.</p><h4><strong>Building Local AI Talent and Governance Frameworks</strong></h4><p>Beyond technology, Aither’s mandate also includes <strong>knowledge transfer</strong> and <strong>skills development</strong> to nurture a domestic AI talent pipeline. The initiative will work closely with government entities, corporations, and academic institutions to train UAE nationals in AI-driven decision-making, data engineering, and ethical AI governance.</p><p>Aither will also play a role in helping UAE organizations implement <strong>responsible AI frameworks</strong>, ensuring that automation and data technologies are deployed ethically, securely, and in line with national policies.</p><h4><strong>A Step Toward the UAE’s AI-Driven Future</strong></h4><p>The launch of Aither represents a strategic leap in the UAE’s journey to become a <strong>global hub for artificial intelligence</strong>. By combining Palantir’s advanced technology with Dubai Holding’s diverse portfolio and strategic influence, Aither is poised to accelerate AI adoption at scale — transforming industries, boosting productivity, and driving sustainable growth across the UAE economy.</p><p>As the UAE continues to place AI at the heart of its future economy — targeting up to <strong>20% GDP contribution from AI by 2031</strong> — Aither will serve as a cornerstone of this vision, shaping a smarter, more connected, and innovation-driven nation.</p>