Qatar — AI Regulations

12 NOV 2025 · Court Case

Jonathan David Sheppard v Jillion LLC

Lawyer appeared before the Qatar FC Court. Fabricated: Case Law | Cited as authority for extension of time: court found 'Al Khor International School v. Gulf Contracting Co. (QFC 2022)' was not a decision of this Court; lawyer admitted citation came from Google/secondary sources. Outcome: Contempt finding; apology and publication of judgment.

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12 MAY 2024 · Other

UK-Qatar artificial intelligence research commission

On 5 December 2024, the United Kingdom and Qatar announced the launch of a joint artificial intelligence (AI) research commission. The commission will establish a roadmap for collaboration on AI between the two countries. The commission builds on the progress both nations have made in AI, exploring areas such as ecosystem development, policy and regulation, security, and international engagement.

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09 APR 2024 · Executive Order

Authorisation requirement in Artificial Intelligence Guideline on Regulating the use of Artificial Intelligence

On 4 September 2024, the Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guideline on Regulating the use of Artificial Intelligence by QCB Licensed Entities. In particular, the guideline regulates the use of AI by entities licensed under its jurisdiction and aims to ensure that AI is used safely, securely, and efficiently within the financial sector. It applies to all QCB-regulated entities that develop, purchase, or outsource AI systems, with the overarching goal of aligning...

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GCC AI Regulation - Kuwait, Qatar, Oman

GCC AI regulation in 2026 covers Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman. Kuwait is ramping up AI deployment but faces challenges including a strained power grid and limited data-center capacity (five centers currently, with expansion plans). Qatar continues developing AI governance through the Qatar Financial Centre. Oman is building AI strategy under its digital Oman strategy.

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Guidelines for Secure Adoption and Use of Artificial Intelligence (National Cyber Security Agency)

AI law in Qatar: The National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) of Qatar published the bilingual "Guidelines for Secure Adoption and Usage of Artificial Intelligence" (Version 1.0) in February 2024 to help public and private organisations adopt AI securely. The voluntary guidance focuses on people, processes and technology across the AI lifecycle and offers risk-management, security controls, governance and testing recommendations. (ncsa.gov.qa)...

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Central Bank AI Guidelines

AI law in Qatar: The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued AI Guidelines in September 2024, regulating AI use in the financial sector to balance innovation with ethical deployment and risk management....

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Qatar Digital Agenda 2030

AI law in Qatar: The Qatar Digital Agenda 2030 (DA2030) is a government-led national strategy published by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) to drive Qatar’s digital transformation through six strategic pillars: Digital Infrastructure, Digital Government, Digital Technologies, Digital Innovation, Digital Economy and Digital Society. Launched in February 2024, it contains 23 strategic programmes and targets job creation, expanded ICT contribution to GDP, digital inclusion, and widespread digitisation of government services in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy (NDS3)....

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Qatar National Artificial Intelligence Strategy

AI law in Qatar: Qatar’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2019) sets out a national vision to harness AI across government, industry and research through six pillars: education/talent, data access, employment transformation, new business/economic opportunities, research, and ethics. Published by the Ministry of Transport and Communications (now MCIT), it provides recommendations and an implementation orientation to align AI adoption with Qatar National Vision 2030....

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Cabinet Decision No. (10) of 2021 establishing the Artificial Intelligence Committee

AI law in Qatar: Cabinet Decision No. (10) of 2021 formally establishes a National Artificial Intelligence Committee within the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT). The Committee’s remit is to implement and monitor Qatar’s National AI Strategy, coordinate AI-related initiatives across government entities, propose workforce and start-up support measures, and represent Qatar in international AI fora....

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Law No. 13 of 2016 Concerning Personal Data Privacy Protection (Personal Data Protection Law)

AI law in Qatar: Law No. 13 of 2016 establishes a statutory regime for the protection of personal data in the State of Qatar, applying to data processed electronically or prepared for electronic processing. It sets out controller and processor obligations, individual rights (access, correction, notification), special protections for sensitive data (children, health, religion, criminal records), breach notification duties, restrictions on direct electronic marketing and cross-border transfers, and administrative and criminal penalties for non-compliance....

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Qatar Central Bank Artificial Intelligence Guideline for QCB‑licensed Entities

AI law in Qatar: The Qatar Central Bank (QCB) issued the 'Artificial Intelligence Guideline' on 4 September 2024 to regulate AI use by QCB‑licensed entities. The Guideline requires entities to implement governance, risk management, human oversight, registers, approval for high‑risk systems, data governance, security controls, customer transparency and recourse mechanisms, and to disclose AI activity to QCB....

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Principles and Guidelines for Ethical Development and Deployment of Artificial Intelligence (MCIT)

AI law in Qatar: A voluntary, non-binding set of principles and practical guidelines published by Qatar’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) to guide the ethical development and deployment of AI. The document emphasizes a human-centred approach, risk assessment, transparency, privacy, robustness, fairness, environmental considerations and accountability across the AI lifecycle....

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