The Sixth International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and its Technologies (MCAIT 2026) took place at Taibah University in Medina, Saudi Arabia, on 3 November 2026. The event was jointly organized with the Malaysian National University and attracted researchers from 98 universities in 37 countries.
More than 200 scientific papers were submitted for review. After a specialized peer‑review process, 142 papers were accepted for publication in the IEEE proceedings, underscoring the conference’s international research impact.
The proceedings will be published through the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), according to the Saudi Press Agency’s reporting. Dr. Ahmed bin Jamal Shuaileh, dean of the College of Computer Science and Engineering at Taibah University, said that publishing the accepted papers in IEEE “adds to the university’s international research presence” and “reflects the importance of the conference in attracting specialized scientific studies and providing researchers the opportunity to showcase their work.”
Dr. Sharhul Azman Muhammad Noah, dean of the College of Information Technology at the Malaysian National University, emphasized the value of the partnership. He explained that the collaboration “expands research horizons, strengthens the exchange of academic expertise, and develops the application of AI technologies to create solutions that serve people and society.”
The conference featured five scientific tracks covering core areas of artificial intelligence, its technologies, and advanced applications. Participants exchanged ideas, discussed current innovations, and reviewed opportunities for research and technological development aimed at addressing challenges across sectors.
According to the coverage, the event aimed to promote academic research in AI and its advanced technologies, showcase cutting‑edge innovations, and foster collaboration among researchers and experts worldwide.
