American International University (AIU) welcomes Zain as the newest strategic partner of the 4th Annual AI & Cybersecurity GCC Forum 2026, joining the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) and the National Cybersecurity Center (NCSC).

Taking place on October 5–6, 2026, the forum will bring together experts, researchers, senior executives, and policymakers to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital transformation across the Gulf region.

Zain’s addition to the forum’s strategic partners strengthens the connection between industry and academia at a time when digital innovation and cybersecurity are increasingly intertwined. Its participation highlights the value of engaging the private sector in conversations about how emerging technologies can be adopted securely and responsibly.

For AIU, these connections are central to the purpose of the forum: creating space for academic knowledge, industry perspectives, and national priorities to inform one another. Welcoming Zain expands this dialogue and reinforces the importance of collaboration in shaping the region’s digital future.

Recognizing Our Strategic Partners

AIU also recognizes KFAS and NCSC, whose support places scientific advancement and cybersecurity at the heart of the forum. Together with Zain, these strategic partners reflect the importance of bringing research, national institutions, and industry into a shared conversation about technological progress.

As organizations navigate the growing influence of artificial intelligence, collaboration across these sectors can help connect innovation with practical needs, strengthen awareness of emerging risks, and encourage informed approaches to digital transformation.

Join the Conversation

The forum will open on October 5 at the Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait, followed by its second day on October 6 at American International University. The program will provide opportunities for expert insights, discussion, and knowledge exchange across AI and cybersecurity.

AIU extends its appreciation to Zain, KFAS, and NCSC for their support and looks forward to welcoming participants for two days of dialogue and collaboration.

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