IBM & Deloitte Join Forces to Scale Responsible AI in GCC

Dubai, UAE – October 14, 2025: IBM and Deloitte Middle East have unveiled a strategic partnership aimed at transforming the way organizations across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) adopt and scale advanced technologies. The announcement was made on Day 2 of GITEX 2025, highlighting a focus on the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar.

Under this agreement, IBM and Deloitte will collaborate to deliver AI-powered and technology-driven solutions for sectors including banking and finance, government, oil and gas, and energy and utilities. The partnership emphasizes responsible AI, financial operations (FinOps), and cybersecurity, aiming to help enterprises unlock new efficiencies, strengthen digital defenses, and accelerate innovation.

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A key element of this collaboration is the planned establishment of an AI Governance Centre of Excellence, combining Deloitte’s consulting expertise with IBM’s watsonx.governance platform. The centre will guide organizations in deploying trustworthy AI at scale, ensuring compliance, ethical standards, and measurable business outcomes.

By integrating IBM’s advanced AI and cloud platforms with Deloitte’s strategic consulting capabilities, the partnership aims to support GCC organizations in moving from pilot projects to full-scale AI adoption. This approach is expected to enhance operational efficiency, drive digital transformation, and foster long-term economic growth in the region.

This collaboration underscores the growing importance of advanced technology adoption in the Middle East. With organizations increasingly embracing AI, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions, the IBM-Deloitte partnership positions the region to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.