World Bank report refers to UAE’s AI progress

The World Bank's new report commends the UAE's progress in several key areas of its AI strategy. It highlights the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in Abu Dhabi as a key contributor to developing the Falcon family of models, placing the UAE among the top 20 countries for ChatGPT usage per internet user. The report also emphasizes the long-term residency incentives offered by the UAE to attract AI talent and the establishment of a new federal AI authority. These policies demonstrate effective coordination between government and private sectors to support innovation in this field.