UAE, Google Launch Free AI Tools for University Students

Dubai: In a landmark move to boost digital learning, the UAE has teamed up with Google to provide all university students aged 18 and above with a complimentary one-year subscription to the Gemini Pro plan. The initiative equips students with cutting-edge AI tools, aiming to prepare the next generation for an AI-driven future. Eligible students have until December 9, 2025, to register using their personal email accounts.

The program aligns with the UAE’s National AI Strategy, which focuses on building a skilled, AI-ready workforce. By integrating generative AI into higher education, the country seeks to foster innovation, enhance research capabilities, and ensure graduates are well-prepared for emerging technological roles.

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Student interest in AI-powered study tools has surged recently. Searches related to AI and education in the UAE have increased by 110% over the past two months compared to the same period last year, signaling a growing appetite for advanced learning resources.

The Gemini 2.5 Pro subscription offers a suite of AI-driven features:

• Gemini 2.5 Pro: Access to Google’s advanced AI model for complex research and brainstorming.

• Deep Research: Summarizes insights from hundreds of online sources to streamline literature reviews.

• NotebookLM: Organizes notes and documents, with new audio and video generation capabilities.

• Veo 3: Generates short, 8-second videos from text or images with custom audio.

• 2 TB Cloud Storage: Extra space for coursework, files, and media across Google services.

These tools enable students to turn lecture recordings into podcasts, create interactive quizzes from notes, and generate high-quality study materials efficiently. The initiative underscores the UAE’s commitment to equipping students with skills vital for a technology-focused professional landscape.