In brief
The Sixth International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and its Technologies (MCAIT 2026) was held at Taibah University in partnership with the Malaysian National University. The conference reviewed more than 200 submitted papers and accepted 142 for publication in the IEEE proceedings, highlighting its international research impact.
On 3 November 2026, Taibah University in Medina hosted the Sixth International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and its Technologies (MCAIT 2026), drawing a global audience of researchers and scholars.
Taibah University, partnering with the Malaysian National University, opened its doors to participants from 98 universities representing 37 nations, underscoring the conference’s expansive international reach.
Over 200 research papers were submitted for the event, and after a rigorous peer‑review process, 142 were selected for publication in the IEEE proceedings, a milestone that elevates the conference’s scientific footprint.
The acceptance of 142 papers was highlighted by Dr. Ahmed bin Jamil Shuwail, dean of the College of Computer Science and Engineering at Taibah University, who noted that the inclusion of these works in the IEEE proceedings strengthens the university’s research profile and showcases the importance of the event in attracting specialized studies.
Dr. Shahrul Azam Mohammad Nooh, dean of the College of Science and Information Technology at the Malaysian National University, emphasized how the partnership between the two institutions widens research horizons, advances academic collaboration, and fosters the deployment of AI technologies to develop solutions that serve humanity and society.
The conference’s agenda was structured around five scientific tracks that covered advanced artificial intelligence, its techniques, and their applications, allowing attendees to explore cutting‑edge innovations and debate emerging opportunities across diverse sectors.
Organizers underscored that the event’s objectives include fostering academic research in AI and its advanced technologies, showcasing new inventions and applications, facilitating knowledge exchange among experts, and investigating research and technical prospects for inventive solutions that address challenges and meet sectoral needs.
The event’s format blended keynote sessions, technical presentations, and panel discussions, offering a platform for researchers to present their findings and engage in dialogue with peers.
Taibah University leveraged its facilities for a hybrid conference model, where in‑person delegates interacted with virtual participants through the university’s digital platforms, reflecting the growing trend toward combined real‑world and immersive virtual engagement.
The proceedings, co‑published with IEEE, will serve as a lasting record of the research presented and will be accessible to the global scientific community, ensuring that the knowledge generated at Taibah University is disseminated widely.
Looking forward, the conference’s success is expected to boost collaborations with the Malaysian National University and other international partners, promoting joint research projects and exchange programs that will further integrate AI research within regional and global academic networks.
