From Dubai to the Future of Learning: Winning the Innovation in Education Award at WES 2026
Receiving the Innovation in Education Award at the World Education Summit 2026 in Dubai was an honour — but more importantly, it was a strong signal that the transformation of education through AI and immersive technologies is no longer a future vision.
The World Education Summit brings together educators, institutions, policymakers, and edtech innovators from around the world to explore how learning is evolving. This year, one message was clear: education is shifting from passive consumption to active, personalized, and immersive experiences.
Our work focuses on integrating Artificial Intelligence and Virtual Reality into real learning environments to make education more engaging, accessible, and effective. The goal is not to use technology for the sake of innovation, but to solve real challenges faced by learners and educators: low engagement, a lack of personalization, and limited opportunities for real-world practice.
During the summit, we also introduced VoxcoachAI, our new platform designed to support the next generation of learning experiences. VoxcoachAI leverages AI to provide personalized guidance, real-time feedback, and adaptive learning paths, helping learners develop skills through interactive and immersive scenarios. The platform represents a step forward in making high-quality, scalable coaching and training accessible to more people and organizations.
Several key trends emerged from the conversations at WES 2026. First, AI will not replace educators — it will empower them, giving teachers more time to focus on mentorship, creativity, and human connection. Second, the demand for future-ready skills is accelerating, making lifelong learning a necessity rather than an option.
If there is one takeaway from Dubai, it is this: technology is not the destination — human-centered learning is. The real challenge ahead is scaling innovation and ensuring it reaches classrooms, universities, and organizations everywhere.
This award is a milestone, but the journey continues. The future of learning is being built today, and we are excited to be part of it.
About the Author
Matteo Zaralli is a Fulbright Fellow, author, and founder of Vrainers and the VR-AI Academy. With a background in business, philosophy, and immersive technologies, he explores the intersection of innovation, human potential, and the future of learning. Routledge publishes his books, and his work has been recognized globally, including at the House of Lords and the Internet 2.0 Conference in Dubai.
