In a significant gesture recognizing the nation’s growing prowess in artificial intelligence, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has issued special gold and silver commemorative coins to mark the fifth anniversary of the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI). This move highlights the strategic importance of the university in shaping the UAE’s knowledge-based economy and reinforcing its position as a global hub for innovation.
The commemorative coins, which have been delivered to the university, will not be available for public sale. Their issuance serves as a powerful symbol of the country’s commitment to advancing the frontiers of science and technology.
A Symbol of National Commitment to AI
The initiative by the CBUAE underscores the deep integration of AI into the UAE’s national vision. The central bank’s recognition of an academic institution is a testament to MBZUAI’s pivotal role in cultivating top-tier talent and driving research that supports the country’s economic diversification and digital transformation goals.
H.E. Saif Humaid Al Dhaheri, Assistant Governor for Banking Operations and Support Services at CBUAE, stated: “The issuance of this commemorative coin reflects our commitment to highlighting national initiatives in education and recognising the role played by Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence since its establishment as an advanced model of specialised academic institutions, supporting the UAE’s vision of building a knowledge‑ and innovation‑driven economy.”
Bridging Heritage with Future Technology
For MBZUAI, the commemorative coins represent a historic honor that connects the UAE’s rich heritage with its ambitious technological future. The act of minting coins, a tradition spanning centuries, is being used to celebrate a university at the forefront of a cutting-edge field, symbolizing the nation’s ability to blend tradition with forward-thinking innovation.
Professor Eric Xing, President and University Professor at MBZUAI, said: “The issuance of the commemorative coins by the Central Bank of the UAE is a profound recognition of Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence’s role in the nation’s strategic evolution. As we mark our fifth anniversary, we are proud to be part of the UAE’s success in embedding artificial intelligence at the heart of its national agenda. It is an honor for our journey toward becoming a global epicenter for AI research and higher education to be recognized through a historic tradition — one that bridges the heritage of the Emirates with the frontier of future technology.”
About Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is a graduate research university dedicated to advancing AI as a global force for humanity. The university, established in 2019 in Abu Dhabi, aims to empower students, businesses, and governments to advance artificial intelligence through a world-class education and research ecosystem.
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