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25 Apr 20268 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 and Cerebras Unveil World’s Largest Supercomputer for AI Training

G42 and Cerebras have launched the Condor Galaxy, a network of nine interconnected AI supercomputers, with a total training capacity of 36 exaFLOPs. The first deployment, Condor Galaxy 1 (CG-1), features 4 exaFLOPs and 54 million cores, and is already operational. This network aims to significantly reduce AI model training times, enhancing commercial applications and driving AI breakthroughs. G42 and Cerebras plan to deploy additional supercomputers, CG-2 and CG-3, in the US by year-end.

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25 Apr 20268 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

MBZUAI and G42 Launch K2 Think: A Leading Open-Source System for Advanced AI Reasoning

Mohammed bin Zayed University for Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and G42 announced the launch of K2 Think, an advanced open-source AI reasoning system, on September 9, 2025. K2 Think boasts unprecedented efficiency with 32 billion parameters, outperforming leading reasoning models that are 20 times larger. K2 Think is built on six pillars of innovation, establishing it as a new benchmark in reasoning. The model employs advanced techniques such as reinforcement learning with verifiable rewards, enhancing its accuracy in tackling complex problems.

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25 Apr 20268 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

G42 and Cisco to Extend Strategic Partnership to Drive AI Innovation and Infrastructure Development

G42, the UAE-based global technology group, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Cisco, a leader in networking and security, to enhance AI innovation. The agreement was presented to Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, by G42 CEO Peng Xiao and Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins. This strategic partnership aims to develop AI infrastructure across the public and private sectors, reflecting G42's commitment to expanding innovation in this field. Peng Xiao emphasized the significance of the agreement in exploring how to responsibly and securely expand AI infrastructure.

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Khazna Announces the UAE’s First AI-Optimized Data Center and the Largest in its Portfolio

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Business

The people do not yearn for automation

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Business

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

The people do not yearn for automation

Public sentiment towards artificial intelligence remains largely negative, despite the growing use of ChatGPT. Neil Patel notes that individuals with a "software brain" tend to view the world as something to be automated, creating a disconnect from others. Patel emphasizes that this mindset has dominated the business landscape for years, allowing AI to automate significant business functions. However, the human experience cannot be reduced to a database, which explains the public's aversion to AI.

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Three reasons why DeepSeek’s new model matters

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Three reasons why DeepSeek’s new model matters

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm, released its new flagship model, V4, on Friday. This model can process longer prompts than its predecessor, thanks to a new design that enhances text handling efficiency. V4 is open source, allowing developers to download, use, and modify it freely. V4 is the most significant release since R1, launched in January 2025, which transformed DeepSeek into a leading AI company. The new model offers two versions—V4-Pro for coding tasks and V4-Flash for speed and cost efficiency—both available on DeepSeek's website and app.

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ComfyUI hits $500M valuation as creators seek more control over AI-generated media

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

ComfyUI hits $500M valuation as creators seek more control over AI-generated media

ComfyUI has raised $30 million to enhance its tools that provide creators with greater control over AI-generated images, videos, and audio. This funding is aimed at expanding its services and developing new features. The platform utilizes advanced technologies that allow users to customize content precisely, thereby improving their ability to produce innovative material tailored to their needs. This investment highlights the growing importance of innovation in content creation.

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Minister of Communications Meets with OpenAI CEO to Strengthen Partnerships in AI and Generative Technologies | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

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24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Minister of Communications Meets with OpenAI CEO to Strengthen Partnerships in AI and Generative Technologies | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

The Minister of Communications and Information Technology, H.E. Eng. Abdullah Alswaha, met with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in the United States on October 17, 2025. This meeting is part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to strengthen global partnerships in technology and artificial intelligence. During the meeting, they discussed enabling global AI inference centers, contributing to the development of innovative solutions. The importance of collaboration in generative AI technologies was also highlighted, reflecting growing interest from companies and governments.

Arab AI Scene

DataVolt signs agreement with NEOM to design and develop the region’s first truly sustainable, net-zero AI factory campus in Oxagon

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

DataVolt signs agreement with NEOM to design and develop the region’s first truly sustainable, net-zero AI factory campus in Oxagon

NEOM has signed an agreement with DataVolt, a data center developer and operator, to design and develop the first sustainable AI factory in Oxagon. The initial investment of $5 billion will kick off the first phase of the factory's development, expected to commence operations by 2028. This agreement marks a significant milestone in expanding the Kingdom's digital infrastructure, reinforcing its position as a leading data center hub in the region.

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TONOMUS teams with Oracle and NVIDIA to boost AI adoption across NEOM and Saudi Arabia, and empower innovation

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

24 Apr 20267 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 1447 AH

TONOMUS teams with Oracle and NVIDIA to boost AI adoption across NEOM and Saudi Arabia, and empower innovation

TONOMUS, the first subsidiary of NEOM, announced a collaboration with Oracle and NVIDIA at LEAP23. This partnership aims to enhance AI capabilities across NEOM and Saudi Arabia. Through this collaboration, TONOMUS will provide direct access to NVIDIA's advanced AI and digital twin solutions via its digital cloud platform. This initiative is designed to accelerate AI-powered innovation for various enterprises and government organizations.