Machines Can Think Summit 2026 in Abu Dhabi

Machines Can Think Summit 2026 in Abu Dhabi: AI from Research to Practical Application Machines-Can-Think-Summit-2026-in-Abu Dhabi

The Machines Can Think Summit 2026 has selected Yango Group as a strategic partner for its upcoming edition, to be held on January 26 and 27, 2026, at Park Hyatt Saadiyat Hotel in Abu Dhabi. This edition comes within the framework of a collaboration between Polynome Group and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence, with the aim of providing an exceptional platform to showcase practical applications of AI on a large scale across various sectors, with a focus on improving daily life in smart cities.

Yango's Participation: Transforming Scientific Research into Real-World Projects

Yango Group highlights at the summit the transition from research and prototyping phases to tangible practical applications, including:

• A bilingual AI assistant designed specifically for the Middle East and North Africa region, capable of providing immediate support to users in urban services.

• Self-driving delivery robots operating in active commercial environments in the UAE in collaboration with companies such as Noon, with the ability to handle traffic challenges and crowded spaces.

• Enterprise and government solutions to enhance operational efficiency and improve user experience in the public sector.

These projects are part of Yango's vision to apply AI in a practical manner, combining academic research with operational expertise.

Workshops and Applied Research

Yango's participation focuses on two main workshops:

1. First Workshop:

   • In partnership with INSEAD Business School and Polynome Group.

   • Presenting the results of recent applied research for the first time on the broad adoption of AI in the public sector.

   • Analyzing how to integrate academic research with practical solutions in city management and government services.

2. Second Workshop:

   • The autonomous delivery ecosystem in smart cities.

   • Studying core technological capabilities and practical application in the UAE, with a focus on strategic commercial partnership models.

Discussion and Strategy Sessions

Sergey Loiter, Chief Executive of Research, AI, and Ad Technology at Yango, will participate in a panel discussion titled: AI: Inside Us, Around Us, and Beyond Us – The Future at the Crossroads of Humans, Business, and Cities

Islam Abdulkarim, Yango's Regional Head for the Middle East, also confirmed:

We are committed to deploying and scaling AI technologies in urban cities, while designing applicable solutions, such as autonomous delivery robots in active commercial environments.

Alexander Khannin, Founder and Director of Polynome Group, added:

The upcoming edition of the summit will inspire participants to rethink AI, while presenting real-world examples of practical solutions.

Summit Scale and Program Tracks

• Expected number of participants: more than 25,000 participants from more than 30 countries.

• Participating experts: researchers, technologists, policymakers, and AI executives.

• Summit inauguration: His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence.

• Program tracks: more than 50 sessions within two main tracks:

  1. Co-Evolution

  2. Technology

Key Topics:

• AI applications in public services

• Smart mobility and sustainable cities

• Improving enterprise operations and data management

• Digital governance and national AI infrastructure

Why Is This Summit Pivotal for the Region?

With the expansion of e-commerce and digital services, applied AI has become a vital element for sustainability and competitiveness in Middle East and North Africa cities. The summit gives the region the opportunity to:

• Access the latest applicable technical solutions.

• Connect academic research with practical applications in urban environments.

• Strengthen strategic partnerships between the public and private sectors.

About the Organizing Entities

• Polynome Group: Specializes in organizing educational events and AI investment opportunities, with a focus on transforming scientific research into practical applications.

• Yango Group: A global technology company offering solutions including ride-sharing, last-mile delivery, entertainment platforms, and enterprise solutions, operating in more than 30 countries around the world, with extensive expertise in developing smart delivery robots and intelligent city services.

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