It’s invaluable for our CNN Academicians to hear different perspectives on its [AI] potential impacts and uses. It’s great to set that ball rolling for this year’s course ahead of a fantastic schedule of guest speakers across our masterclass series.

Becky Anderson, Managing Editor of CNN Abu Dhabi and anchor of Connect the World with Becky Anderson

October 9, 2024

CNN Academy Abu Dhabi kicked off its latest iteration of pioneering training with the largest cohort to date. 45 participants from across the region, and around the world, include 30 CNN Academicians who are joined by 15 students from the Higher Colleges of Technology.

Commencing the fourth CNN Academy Abu Dhabi, the latest curriculum delves into the challenges and opportunities that AI poses for journalists and storytellers. Experts from across CNN’s global network will be guiding the Academicians through the issues and practicalities presented by AI including verification techniques, cybersecurity and efficiencies to help develop critical knowledge and apply the skills into their content creation and use throughout their own careers.

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