Presight, an AI powered big data analytics company, has joined forces with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to support the Presight AI-Startup Accelerator.
By integrating Presight’s Applied AI expertise and infrastructure with MBZUAI’s cutting-edge academic and research capabilities, the partnership seeks to nurture the next generation of AI entrepreneurs. This MoU builds on Presight’s recent collaboration with Microsoft, a key technology partner in the Presight AI-Startup Accelerator.
The collaboration is set to develop a thriving AI innovation ecosystem and revolves around the following key pillars:
Startup sourcing and support: MBZUAI will introduce AI-focused startups from its network to the Presight AI-Startup Accelerator, while Presight will invite the university to participate in the selection process for relevant startup candidates.
Technical advisory: Startups will gain access to MBZUAI’s leading technical advisory resources, such as faculty and researchers with expertise in areas including natural language processing, LLMs, computer vision, and more. Additionally, Presight will facilitate connections between high-potential startups and MBZUAI researchers for potential advisory roles.
Talent access: MBZUAI students can enjoy access to internship and job opportunities within the Presight startup ecosystem, while Presight will facilitate access for startups to MBZUAI’s top-tier student talent pool.
Events and workshops: The two parties will work together to co-host events and workshops centered on AI innovation, entrepreneurship, and knowledge transfer. MBZUAI will contribute subject matter experts and mentors to the Presight AI-Startup Accelerator’s programs and activities.
Thomas Pramotedham CEO – Presight
“This partnership brings together two of Abu Dhabi’s flagship AI institutions to build a high-impact engine for innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent development. By combining our real-world AI deployment capabilities with MBZUAI’s cutting-edge research and academic depth, we’re creating a multiplier effect that will accelerate the growth of startups and catalyze the UAE’s broader AI ambitions. This is more than collaboration, it’s a fusion of expertise that strengthens Abu Dhabi’s position as a global epicenter for applied AI.”
Sultan Al Hajji, Senior Adviser to MBZUAI President, added that, “We’re delighted to partner with Presight to further contribute to the UAE’s dynamic AI startup ecosystem. By combining the expertise and network of MBZUAI and our Incubation and Entrepreneurship Center (IEC) with Presight’s accelerator platform, we’re building a pipeline of AI-first startups that can transform industries and support the UAE’s long-term technological ambition. This collaboration provides technical advisory and talent access to drive real-world impact. It also offers students and researchers exciting opportunities to engage directly with the region’s most promising ventures, creating pathways for shared learning and growth.”
This partnership highlights the UAE’s mission to emerge as a global hub for artificial intelligence, in line with the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031. By bridging academia and industry, the Presight-MBZUAI collaboration contributes to a future-ready ecosystem and positions Abu Dhabi and the UAE at the forefront of global innovation.
