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24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

AIQ announces $340 million contract for large-scale deployment of agentic AI across ADNOC operations

AIQ, a Presight company, has signed a $340 million contract with ADNOC to deploy ENERGYai and AI solutions across its upstream operations. This three-year contract aims to enhance efficiency and optimization in ADNOC's operations. ENERGYai leverages 70 years of proprietary data, combining large language models with agentic AI tailored for specific workflows. This technology will significantly reduce the time for critical business processes, from months to days, while minimizing costs and emissions.

Business

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

G42 Collaborates with POLITICO's Research and Analysis Division on Independent Research

G42 has announced its collaboration with POLITICO's Research and Analysis Division to release an independent report titled "Sovereign AI Systems: Navigating the Global AI Infrastructure and Data Governance." The report examines the relationship between data sovereignty and AI infrastructure, highlighting how legal and political frameworks will shape the future of AI worldwide. G42 believes that AI will soon become an integral part of daily life, as evidenced by its well-known AI network vision.

Arab AI Scene

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

G42 and Mubadala Announce the Launch of M42

G42 and Mubadala have launched M42, an integrated healthcare company designed to revolutionize patient care. This new entity combines G42 Healthcare's data-centric technologies with Mubadala Health's advanced patient services. M42 aims to bridge the gap between healthtech advancements and clinical outcomes, enhancing the delivery of personalized care. The company plans to expand globally and partner with leaders in healthcare and pharmaceuticals.

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AI Access and Governance Take Center Stage at Upcoming Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit

What strategies can ensure responsible AI governance in the Arab world?

Models

Deepseek makes its 75 percent discount permanent, pricing output tokens at least 34x below GPT-5.5

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Deepseek makes its 75 percent discount permanent, pricing output tokens at least 34x below GPT-5.5

Deepseek has announced a permanent 75% discount on its V4-Pro model, reducing the price to $0.435 per million input tokens. This pricing makes V4-Pro 11.5 times cheaper than GPT-5.5 and over 34 times less expensive for output tokens. This strategic reduction is poised to significantly impact Western service providers reliant on higher pricing. As demand for token-based systems rises, these competitive rates may attract more customers to Deepseek, prompting a reevaluation of pricing strategies among Western companies. With such competitive pricing, Western firms may face increased pressure to maintain their market share.

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‘Rising Stars’ in AI research explore reasoning, trust, and real-world impact

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

‘Rising Stars’ in AI research explore reasoning, trust, and real-world impact

The fifth Rising Stars in AI Symposium at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) gathered 25 exceptional early-career researchers from over 430 applicants. They focused on building the next generation of AI while addressing issues of reasoning, reliability, and impact. The symposium highlights the importance of transparency and trust in AI models, as researchers share insights on improving AI behavior when under evaluation. This reflects the growing scrutiny AI technologies face in real-world applications.

Arab AI Scene

Global Tech Alliance Launches Stargate UAE

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Global Tech Alliance Launches Stargate UAE

G42, in partnership with OpenAI and Oracle, has launched Stargate UAE, a 1-gigawatt AI infrastructure cluster. This initiative is part of the newly established 5-gigawatt UAE-U.S. AI Campus, with the first 200-megawatt cluster expected to go live in 2026. Stargate UAE aims to drive innovation across sectors such as healthcare, energy, and finance, contributing to economic growth and national development. The project involves collaborations with major companies like Cisco and NVIDIA, ensuring advanced and secure infrastructure.

Arab AI Scene

Abu Dhabi Launches Comprehensive Global Investment Strategy on Artificial Intelligence

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Abu Dhabi Launches Comprehensive Global Investment Strategy on Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council in Abu Dhabi announced the launch of MGX, a technology investment company aimed at advancing AI technologies. Established in partnership with Mubadala and G42, MGX will focus on AI infrastructure, semiconductor manufacturing, and core AI technologies. MGX aims to accelerate AI development through global partnerships, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a leader in technology. The company plans to invest alongside top international tech firms, enhancing existing investments in the region.

Business

Core42, formed by the merger of G42 Cloud, Inception and Injazat, unlocks a unique technology platform to enable the largest, most advanced digital initiatives

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Core42, formed by the merger of G42 Cloud, Inception and Injazat, unlocks a unique technology platform to enable the largest, most advanced digital initiatives

G42, a leading UAE technology group, has launched a new entity called Core42, focusing on national-scale AI solutions and services. Formed by merging G42 Cloud, Inception, and Injazat, Core42 aims to play a unique role in the technology landscape by providing a comprehensive platform for UAE's digital transformation agenda. Core42 will deliver scalable cloud solutions, AI cloud infrastructure, and applied AI research, specifically targeting public sector needs. Kiril Evtimov, G42’s Group CTO, will lead the new company, which emphasizes cybersecurity and managed services.

Arab AI Scene

HUMAIN and center3 Sign Framework Agreement

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

HUMAIN and center3 Sign Framework Agreement

HUMAIN, a leading AI company in Saudi Arabia, signed a strategic framework agreement with center3 on October 15, 2025. This partnership aims to provide advanced connectivity services to support HUMAIN's mission of positioning the Kingdom as a global AI hub. The agreement allows HUMAIN to leverage center3's infrastructure for vital national and international connectivity. This digital infrastructure will serve as the foundation for the Kingdom's AI hub and support HUMAIN's full-stack AI ecosystem.