ADIB Names Pedro Uria-Recio as First Chief AI Officer

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank’s creation of a chief AI officer role signals that artificial intelligence is moving from isolated technology projects into bank-wide strategy and governance. The position is intended to coordinate deployment across business functions, with applications spanning workforce allocation, risk management, operational efficiency and customer service. Central oversight could also help ADIB align implementation priorities and accountability across the organisation.

ADIB has appointed Pedro Uria-Recio as its first chief AI officer, tasking him with shaping and executing the bank’s artificial intelligence strategy. He will lead efforts to expand AI use across the institution, focusing on more effective resource allocation, stronger risk controls, streamlined operations and an improved customer experience. The reports did not disclose an effective date, investment budget or quantified performance targets for the initiative.