G42 and Microsoft plan to open two AI research centers in Abu Dhabi focused on responsible AI development and underrepresented language models. The first center will bring together academic researchers andAI practitioners to develop best practices in responsible AI. The second center will focus on developing large language models for underrepresented languages.
The centers build on Microsoft's $1.5 billion investment in G42 announced in April2024. Both companies emphasized that the centers will ensure AI models are developed and deployed safely, with security assurances to the US and UAE governments.
Why This Matters
The launch of these research centers positions the UAE and US as global leaders in AI development. By combining expertise from both countries, G42 and Microsoft are advancing responsible and ethical AI and helping to bridge language gaps in technology. The collaboration also creates new research and business opportunities between the UAE and US.