du, in partnership with du Tech and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), recently convened an exclusive roundtable titled Unlock the Future of AI, Hybrid Cloud, and Networking, targeting senior decision-makers and technology leaders in the UAE’s banking sector. The event focused on accelerating AI adoption and hybrid cloud strategies to revolutionize banking operations.
With 90% of UAE financial institutions showing strong interest in AI adoption, and 71% having deployed or enhanced AI capabilities in the past year, the country stands as a global leader in AI integration within banking. The discussions emphasized how AI, hybrid cloud solutions, and advanced networking can drive smarter operations, improve customer experiences, and reinforce data security amidst rapid digital transformation.
Highlights included a fireside chat with Ahmad Al Khallafi, Managing Director UAE & Africa at HPE, followed by insights from James Brooks of HPE on multi-cloud management and private cloud AI solutions. Husam Osman, Director of ICT Technical Solutions at du, explored the synergy between du Tech Cloud and HPE’s AI strategy. Thomas Cherian, CIO of Commercial Bank of Dubai, shared a compelling customer success story that sparked innovative thinking among participants.
Jasim AlAwadi, Chief ICT Officer at du, stated, “The seamless integration of AI and hybrid cloud technologies is no longer optional but essential for the future of banking. AI has the potential to add up to 13.6% of the Middle East’s GDP by 2030, with the UAE leading this transformation. Our discussions today laid out a clear roadmap for industry leaders to harness these technologies effectively. du, together with HPE, remains committed to driving innovation that enhances banking operations, customer experience, and data security.”
