CFTE and BIBF Sign MoU to Advance AI Workforce Transformation in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain | May 2025 — AI workforce transformation in Bahrain is advancing through a new partnership between the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) The Centre for Finance, Technology and Entrepreneurship (CFTE) to jointly develop and implement AI-readiness programmes and support AI workforce transformation in Bahrain’s financial sector and beyond. This MoU marks a key milestone in CFTE’s mission to drive AI workforce transformation in Bahrain, empowering institutions to lead with strategy, not just technology.
Advancing AI Workforce Transformation in Bahrain Signed in May, the MoU builds on the momentum of a high-level executive session hosted by CFTE and BIBF earlier in the month, where over 50 senior leaders from Bahrain’s public and private sectors explored what AI-readiness truly means in practice. Led by CFTE’s co-founder and AI-Fication of Jobs Author, Huy Nguyen Trieu, the session introduced key frameworks such as the Performance Hexagon and the CDE Innovation Prism, which will now underpin the programmes being co-developed.

A Statement from BIBF Leadership

Since the AI in Finance Academy launched in 2018, CFTE has been dedicated to AI knowledge within various industries. Our community spans Singapore, Europe, and MENA, with leading experts from renowned companies. To address the industry’s need to seize the opportunities of Generative AI, CFTE is launching a certification to prepare the workforce to utilise Generative AI at scale.

“In light of the profound transformations artificial intelligence is bringing to business environments, it is essential that leaders take charge of this shift from the top,” said Dr. Ahmed Al Shaikh, Chief Executive Officer of BIBF. “Our collaboration with CFTE marks a pivotal step in preparing our institutions and human capital for success in a future that is already taking shape.” This partnership reflects the region’s broader shift from AI exploration to implementation and Bahrain’s leadership in setting a people-first example. For more information, please contact: CFTE Media Relations Email: press@cfte.education Website: courses.cfte.education About CFTE CFTE is a global education platform upskilling and reskilling professionals in fintech, AI, blockchain, and emerging technologies. Since 2017, CFTE has established a thriving community of 200,000+ alumni across 130+ countries and a trusted network of 1,000+ industry-leading experts. We partner with governments, financial institutions, regulators, and tech companies to deliver expert-led programmes online, in-person, and in hybrid formats – focused on education at scale to meet the evolving demands of the industry. CFTE is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, France and Abu Dhabi

About CFTE

The Centre for Finance, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (CFTE) is a leading education technology platform focused on providing professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the digital finance world. CFTE’s comprehensive courses and programs are designed by industry experts to deliver practical, up-to-date insights into the latest trends and technologies.

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