In a significant move to transform educational technology across the Gulf Cooperation Council, Ankabut, the UAE’s premier provider of advanced technological solutions for education and research, has forged a strategic alliance with WeVideo, a globally recognized cloud-based video learning platform. This partnership marks a pivotal advancement in digital pedagogy, aligning with the UAE’s comprehensive national strategy to embed innovation and digital excellence at the heart of its education system.
The collaboration will integrate WeVideo’s sophisticated video creation and editing tools into Ankabut’s existing portfolio of educational technologies. This integration is designed to vastly expand accessibility to creative digital resources, supporting the UAE’s broader agenda to cultivate a knowledge-based economy. National initiatives such as the National Strategy for Higher Education 2030 and various digital transformation policies provide the foundational framework for this endeavor.
Through this enhanced technological capability, the partnership aims to equip universities, K-12 institutions, and professional training organizations with intuitive and powerful tools for creating interactive content, facilitating video-based learning, and enabling seamless digital collaboration. The objective is to empower educators to foster greater student engagement, creativity, and critical 21st-century skills, thereby accelerating the development of a more connected and intelligent educational ecosystem throughout the GCC.
Tarek Jundi, CEO of Ankabut, emphasized the strategic nature of the initiative, stating, ‘Our dedication lies in delivering cutting-edge solutions that directly support the UAE’s vision for a knowledge-driven economy. The incorporation of WeVideo addresses the escalating demand for dynamic, active learning tools and guarantees that our member institutions maintain a leadership position in global educational innovation.’
Echoing this sentiment, Kevin Knight, CEO of WeVideo, highlighted the importance of the regional expansion, noting, ‘This partnership with Ankabut is a cornerstone of our global education strategy and our entry into the GCC market. Their unparalleled regional expertise and established relationships are ideal for ensuring the platform’s seamless integration. Together, we will enable countless educators and students to narrate their stories, showcase their learning, and propel the region’s shift toward a more creative and collaborative digital pedagogy.’
The formal Framework Agreement establishes Ankabut as WeVideo’s primary go-to-market partner across the GCC, tasked with ensuring the smooth implementation of the platform within educational institutions and national digital learning projects. By merging Ankabut’s regional infrastructure and networking prowess with WeVideo’s acclaimed platform, the collaboration is set to deliver more dynamic, engaging, and personalized learning experiences, thereby reinforcing the GCC’s status as a frontrunner in technology-enabled education.