Dubai:The Artificial Intelligence Journalism for Research and Forecasting (AIJRF), in partnership with the University of Dubai, has announced the 6th Artificial Intelligence Journalism World Forum (AIJWF 2026). The event is scheduled for November 25-26, 2026, at the University of Dubai.

According to Emirates News Agency, the Forum will focus on the theme 'Agentic AI and Digital Content Flow Powering the Global Digital Economy and Governing AI-Driven Content.' It aims to explore the integration of Agentic AI across various sectors and the resulting need for governance and ethical standards. Dr. Eesa Mohammed Al Bastaki, President of the University of Dubai, highlighted the UAE's efforts to double its digital economy's GDP contribution and the international confidence in its digital ecosystem, exemplified by Microsoft's significant investments.

Dr. Mohamed Abdulzaher, CEO of AIJRF, described Agentic AI as a transformative force in content creation and the digital economy. The global Agentic AI market is projected to grow from USD 7.84 billion in 2025 to USD 52.62 billion by 2030. The Forum will address the transition to AI systems capable of planning and executing tasks autonomously, impacting sectors such as media, education, and healthcare.

AIJWF 2026 will gather experts from academia, technology, and media to discuss the rapid transformations driven by Agentic AI. The event will cover seven major themes, including the governance of AI-generated content, the impact on labor markets, and maintaining human values in an AI-driven economy. The Forum will also launch the University Agentic AI Lab (U-AIL 2026), an initiative to engage students in designing AI solutions through practical workshops and competitions.