UAE Public Prosecution unveils ‘Bayan’ AI Translation Centre
<h3><strong>UAE Public Prosecution Launches ‘Bayan’ Smart Translation Centre to Advance AI-Powered Justice</strong></h3><p><strong>Dubai:</strong> The UAE Public Prosecution has announced the pilot launch of <strong>“Bayan” Smart Translation Centre</strong>, a first-of-its-kind platform that uses <strong>artificial intelligence (AI)</strong> to revolutionize judicial translation and enhance communication within the justice system. Developed in collaboration with <strong>Presight</strong>, a global leader in AI and big data analytics, this project marks a significant milestone in the <strong>Public Prosecution’s AI Strategy 2025–2030</strong>.</p><p>The “Bayan” system goes beyond conventional translation tools, integrating smart technologies that combine <strong>real-time interpretation, automated documentation, and legal intelligence</strong>. It represents a breakthrough in how investigations and court proceedings are conducted — turning AI into a vital partner in judicial work.</p><h3><strong>A Leap Toward Smart Justice</strong></h3><p>According to the Public Prosecution, “Bayan” serves as an intelligent <strong>virtual investigation clerk and live translator</strong> capable of automatically documenting interrogation or investigation sessions. Within minutes, the system can produce <strong>bilingual investigation records</strong> ready for review, approval, and printing.</p><p>The platform utilizes <strong>advanced speech recognition (ASR)</strong> to identify different speakers — such as investigators, defendants, and witnesses — through <strong>voiceprint recognition</strong>. It also provides <strong>instant AI-powered multilingual translation</strong>, recognizing not only global languages but also regional dialects like <strong>Emirati Arabic</strong>.</p><p>Other standout features include:</p><p><strong>Voice-to-text and text-to-voice conversion</strong> for seamless communication.</p><p><strong>Optical Character Recognition (OCR)</strong> for extracting text from images or scanned documents.</p><p><strong>Customizable multilingual legal dictionaries</strong>, tailored for specific case types and jurisdictions.</p><p><strong>Automated generation of bilingual records</strong> with real-time editing and validation tools.</p><p><strong>Encrypted digital audit trails</strong> that ensure transparency and confidentiality.</p><p><strong>Integration with judicial systems</strong> and archiving platforms through an intelligent monitoring dashboard.</p><p>This smart ecosystem ensures precision, security, and efficiency across all stages of the judicial process.</p><h3><strong>AI-Powered Legal Language Model</strong></h3><p>As part of the collaboration, <strong>Presight</strong> will help design and train a <strong>specialized legal language model</strong> on its proprietary <strong>“Vitruvian” AI platform</strong>. This model will support judicial translation, data analytics, and even video conferencing capabilities — making “Bayan” one of the most advanced systems of its kind in the Middle East.</p><p>Dr. <strong>Adel Alsharji</strong>, Chief Operating Officer at Presight, emphasized the significance of this partnership:</p><blockquote><p>“We are proud to work with the UAE Public Prosecution to develop the region’s first AI-based legal language model. It will empower the justice system to use data intelligence in ways that enhance fairness, efficiency, and transparency.”</p></blockquote><p>He added that this collaboration aligns with the UAE’s broader vision to position itself as a <strong>global leader in digital transformation and smart governance</strong>.</p><h3><strong>Human-Centered Innovation</strong></h3><p>Chancellor <strong>Salem Ali Al Zaabi</strong>, Head of the Public Prosecution at the Office of the UAE Attorney General, described “Bayan” as a <strong>human-centered innovation</strong> that uses technology to strengthen — not replace — human judgment in the pursuit of justice.</p><blockquote><p>“Innovation at the Public Prosecution is rooted in a human-centered vision that views technology as a means to achieve justice, not an end in itself,” said Al Zaabi. “Bayan embodies our commitment to accelerating case progression, strengthening public trust, and building a more intelligent, transparent, and equitable judicial system.”</p></blockquote><p>He added that the project reflects <strong>over a year of dedicated development</strong> by national technical and legal teams, showcasing an <strong>Emirati model of excellence</strong> in digital justice transformation.</p><h3><strong>Breaking Linguistic Barriers in Justice</strong></h3><p>The “Bayan” initiative also aims to remove <strong>language barriers</strong> in legal and investigative procedures, ensuring that all parties — regardless of their native tongue — can communicate effectively. Importantly, all translations produced for official judicial purposes will still undergo <strong>validation by licensed translators</strong>, ensuring full compliance with UAE legal standards.</p><p>By combining the precision of AI with the oversight of human expertise, “Bayan” offers a balanced approach to smart justice — one that values accuracy, fairness, and accountability.</p><h3><strong>Towards the Future of Smart Governance</strong></h3><p>As a <strong>pillar of the AI Strategy 2025–2030</strong>, “Bayan” highlights the UAE’s ongoing commitment to creating a <strong>digitally empowered judiciary</strong>. It reinforces the nation’s global standing as a pioneer in integrating artificial intelligence into public governance and legal systems.</p><p>With “Bayan,” the UAE moves closer to realizing its vision of a <strong>justice system without linguistic or procedural barriers</strong> — intelligent, inclusive, and future-ready.</p>