DIFC to become the world's first AI-Native financial centre
Source: The Manila times
Published on: 2026-04-21 12:53
DUBAI, UAE, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia region, today announced that it will become the world's first AI-Native financial centre. DIFC As an AI-Native jurisdiction and destination, artificial intelligence will be embedded at the foundational level across legal and regulatory frameworks, business operations, talent development systems, ecosystem infrastructure and the district's physical environment. Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Centre's Native AI programme will generate USD 3.5bn (AED 12.9bn) in economic benefits and 25,000 jobs. Uniquely positioned to become an AI role mod...
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