Microsoft Secures US Approval for Advanced AI Chip Exports to UAE

Microsoft Corporation has received the green light from the United States to export advanced AI chips to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as part of its collaboration with Emirati AI firm G42, according to sources cited by Axios.

The tech giant reportedly committed $1.5 billion to this partnership, which includes plans to establish two AI institutes in Abu Dhabi. This move is aimed at advancing the UAE's ambitions to lead in AI innovation.

Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Potential Risks

The partnership has drawn scrutiny from US lawmakers who are concerned about the potential risks of Chinese access to advanced technology. G42 has faced allegations of links to Chinese firms involved in military research. Previously, it was reported that Microsoft was considering cutting back on providing the Emirati firm with any intellectual property due to concerns about its relations with Beijing.