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Canadian University Dubai students create innovations to tackle sustainability challenges

CUD partners with HOGENT University to stage Hackathon

March 03,2025: Dubai, UAE: Students from Canadian University Dubai have presented their solutions to a range of sustainability challenges as part of a Hackathon staged in collaboration with HOGENT University, Belgium. Focussing on Sustainable Development Goal 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities, the students tackled issues such as food waste, traffic congestion and accessible public transportation, with specific reference to the cities of Dubai and Ghent. The top three student teams won a share in AED 10,000 prize money for their groundbreaking ideas.

Staged under the banner ‘Collaborate, Innovate, Compete’, the CUD-HOGENT Hackathon was the first cross-border event of its kind for both institutions and saw 80 students from the two universities collaborate to develop ideas on how to make communities more inclusive, resilient and sustainable. Taking first place with their project FoodLoop were Aamena Tinwala, Farha Mohamed Rashad, and Sebastien Kirk Uy, working alongside three students from HOGENT University, Maxim Derom, Sarah Lootens and Marit Holvoet.

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Canadian University Dubai partners with Dubai Holding Entertainment in‘Shelter of Inclusivity’


One-of-a-kind art installation celebrates the unique contributions of People of Determination

February 19,2025: Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has partnered with Dubai Holding Entertainment (DHE), to showcase a one-of-a-kind art installation named ‘Shelter of Inclusivity’. The interactive artwork was first unveiled at last year’s Dubai Design Week and will be on display at Riverland Dubai throughout February.

The Shelter of Inclusivity, a space dedicated to accessibility and in recognition of People of Determination, developed by Canadian University Dubai School of Architecture and Interior Design and Dubai Holding Entertainment, in partnership with ImInclusive.

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Canadian University Dubai graduate appointed President of UAE Operations at Crypto.com

Alumnus becomes first GCC and Emirati national to take on prestigious industry role

February 03,2025: Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) graduate, Mohammed Al Hakim has been appointed President of UAE Operations at Crypto.com, becoming the first GCC and Emirati national to take on this prestigious position in the cryptocurrency industry.

CUD graduate Mohammed Al Hakim has been appointed President of UAE Operations at Crypto.com, becoming the first GCC and Emirati national in the position in the cryptocurrency industry 

Renowned as an outstanding leader with a distinguished career in government organizations, Al Hakim is now preparing to spearhead the transformation of the region’s financial landscape. By demystifying the world of cryptocurrency, he aims to secure the UAE’s position as a global hub for the sector.

With over 120 student nationalities, CUD  is ranked the #1 university in Dubai according to the QS World University Rankings 2025

Returning to the UAE from studies in Australia, Al Hakim enrolled in CUD in 2010 to complete his Bachelor of Business Administration degree, specializing in finance and marketing. He now recognizes his time at the university as a launchpad for his professional journey. Al Hakim explained, “Blockchain and cryptocurrency were not on my agenda at that time, but when it comes to raising funds, entering the world of finance, and working on business development, my journey did start at CUD. The university helped me recognize my talent for securing sponsorship. We hosted CUD’s first UAE National Day celebrations on campus with the support of sponsorship I was able to secure.”

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Canadian University Dubai students develop award-winning taxi management system

AI-powered innovation aims to enhance efficiency and safety of transport services in Dubai

January 07,2025 : Dubai, UAE: A team of engineering students from Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has created an innovative AI-powered management system to enhance the efficiency and safety of taxi services in Dubai. The new technology, known as SmartTranspo, won the prize for ‘Best Implementation Champion’ at the Alibaba Cloud/AI and RTA Hackathon 2024, staged recently in Dubai. In addition to $10,000 in Alibaba Cloud credit and a $3,000 cash prize, the team has earned the opportunity to participate in next year’s international hackathon in China.

An AI-powered management system created by a 
team of CUD engineering students to enhance the efficiency and safety of taxi services in Dubai won the prize for ‘Best Implementation Champion’ at the Alibaba Cloud/AI and RTA Hackathon

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Canadian University Dubai launches Masters in Artificial Intelligence program

Canada’s world-leading AI ecosystem inspires New Master of Science degree in Dubai

December 16,2024 : Dubai, UAE: Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has announced the launch of a cutting-edge Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MScAI) degree to meet the growing demand for advanced skilled in this rapidly evolving field. The industry-oriented program, developed in collaboration with CUD and its Canadian partners, aligns seamlessly with Canada’s leading role in the strategic advancement of AI globally.

Dr. Sherif Moussa, Dean of CUD’s School of Engineering, Applied Science and Technology

The curriculum also supports the UAE National Strategy for Artificial Intelligence 2031, which aims to transform the nation into a world leader in AI, and to align with the World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report, which identifies AI as a key driver of job creation.

Canadian University Dubai (CUD) has announced the launch of Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MScAI) degree to meet the growing demand for advanced skilled in this rapidly evolving field.

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