--- title: "How is AI transforming the approach to nuclear energy? And why is this becoming a strategic topic in the MENA region, not just a technological one?" description: "A new podcast featuring our expert — Head of AI&ML at Usetech — Ilya Smirnov — has just been released." canonical: "https://usetech.com/news/how-is-ai-transforming-the-approach-to-nuclear-energy-and-why-is-this-becoming-a-strategic-topic-in-the-mena-region-not-just-a-technological-one/" language: "en-US" --- # How is AI transforming the approach to nuclear energy? And why is this becoming a strategic topic in the MENA region, not just a technological one? Published: 07 November, 2025, 09:33 A new podcast featuring our expert — Head. Share A new podcast featuring our expert — Head of AI&ML at Usetech — Ilya Smirnov — has just been released. AI isn’t magic. It’s about data, mathematics, and engineering discipline. Human-in-the-loop is essential for critical systems. Ethics and responsibility are foundational, especially when national sovereignty and critical infrastructure are at stake. A new generation of specialists is needed — those who understand the industry, ML, and system safety simultaneously. Why this matters for MENA? The region is heavily investing in: Advanced energy infrastructure Large-scale AI transformation initiatives in government National data platforms & LLM adoption AI in energy is becoming a pillar of sustainability, not just another project. Immediate actions for MENA companies: Implement human-in-the-loop as a standard. ## Let’s work with us. ### Tell us more about your request by leaving the application in the contact form below, and our team will contact you. ## Contact us. ### Our team is ready to assist you – just drop us a message or connect with one of our offices below. ##### Dubai IFZA Business Park Building A2 DDP Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai, UAE ##### Hong Kong Des Voeux Rd Central 244-248, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong ##### Contacts ## Tech for business. ### Monthly newsletter with main insights and trends.