UAE launches project to counter use of artificial intelligence in extremism

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Publish Date: 2026-02-09 04:27:00

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Launch of AI-Enhanced Interfaith Dialogue (AI4ID) Alliance: The “TRENDS Research & Advisory” center initiated the AI4ID alliance project, aiming to employ artificial intelligence to promote dialogue, tolerance, and confront polarization and extremism.
2025 Muslim Brotherhood Influence Index: Simultaneously, the center released its international influence index for the Muslim Brotherhood, marking a shift in the group’s influence to the Western and Asian spheres with a notable decline in its presence in the Arab world.
AI and Ethical Use: Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of “TRENDS,” emphasized the ethical responsibility of using artificial intelligence to support dialogue and peace, in line with UNESCO standards.
Three-Year AI4ID Project Goals: The AI4ID project aims to develop intelligent dialogue platforms, publish scientific studies, compile a practical guide for the ethical use of AI in religious contexts, and provide an adaptable digital platform.
Combating Extremism and Promoting Tolerance: Maqsoud Kruse, UAE’s envoy, highlighted the qualitative milestone of AI-enhanced interfaith dialogue and its potential to counter misuse of AI, promote tolerance, and strengthen moderate discourse.
International Collaboration: The launch event included prominent participants like French Senator Nathalie Goulet, underscoring the global appeal and cooperation behind the initiative.
Shifts in Muslim Brotherhood Influence: Research revealed a significant drop in the Muslim Brotherhood’s influence, from 67.7% to 47.3%, reflecting organizational disintegration and shifts in political environments.
Future Implications: The project seeks to create a new research field blending digital humanities and computer science, enhancing social cohesion and influencing international peace agendas, and providing innovative solutions within the digital transformation era.