American University Hosts the Fourth Edition of the 2026 Gulf Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Forum
The American University of Kuwait (AIU) will host the fourth edition of the Gulf Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Forum 2026 (AICGF 2026) on October 5 and 6, 2026, with the participation of a distinguished group of experts, specialists, and leaders from the government, academic, and technology sectors in Kuwait and across the region.
The forum is being organized amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies and digital transformation, along with the growing opportunities and challenges in the field of cybersecurity. It serves as a specialized platform bringing together academic, professional, and governmental expertise to discuss the latest developments and future trends in these areas.
The forum will take place over two days at two locations. The Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait will host the first day’s events on October 5, while the second day’s events on October 6 will be held on the campus of the American University of Kuwait.
The forum’s program includes a series of keynote sessions, specialized workshops, and interactive discussions covering several core topics, most notably artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, innovation, and emerging technologies. It will also address the challenges and opportunities associated with deploying these technologies across various sectors.
A Distinguished Lineup of Experts and Speakers
The forum will host a select group of speakers and experts specializing in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and technology, including:
* Professor Timothy Baldwin, Professor of Natural Language Processing at Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).
* Peggy Tsai, an expert in artificial intelligence and data and a faculty member at Carnegie Mellon University.
* Dr. Basam Al-Maharma, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberatos LTD and former Director of the National Cybersecurity Center in Jordan.
Further announcements regarding additional speakers and key program themes are expected in the coming period.
The Gulf Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Forum 2026 enjoys the support of several entities and institutions, reflecting the importance of strengthening collaboration among the academic sector, government bodies, and the private sector in the fields of technology and cybersecurity. The forum includes a number of strategic partners, sponsors, and media partners, among them:
* Strategic Partners: The National Cybersecurity Center (NCSC) and the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS).
* Sponsor: Ali Al-Ghanim & Sons.
* Media Partner: M2R Group.
The forum will also feature the participation of representatives from government entities, companies, banking institutions, and specialized organizations from various sectors. In addition, it will host specialized workshops and several keynote sessions that enable participants to exchange expertise and discuss key issues and developments in the fields of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
The Gulf Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Forum continues to consolidate its role as a platform bringing together academics, experts, business leaders, decision-makers, and government bodies. Its aim is to enhance dialogue and the exchange of knowledge and experience regarding the future of technology, explore the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence applications, and discuss the growing challenges associated with cybersecurity and digital transformation.
By hosting the fourth edition of the forum, the American University of Kuwait reaffirms its commitment to supporting knowledge-based dialogue and cross-sectoral cooperation, strengthening the role of academic institutions in keeping pace with rapid technological developments, and fostering an environment that brings together local, regional, and international expertise to discuss technology issues and their future.
