G42 and Microsoft Corp. announced in April 2024 a $1.5 billion strategic investment by Microsoft in G42.
However, the UAE scuttled recent meetings between U.S. Congressional staffers and G42 after U.S. lawmakers raised concerns the Emirati artificial intelligence (AI) firm could transfer U.S. AI technology to China.
The note provides a comprehensive overview of the following aspects:
- UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed’s response to U.S. concerns
- His stance on the G42- Microsoft partnership amid U.S. pressure
- His views on AI cooperation with China
- His current priorities concerning AI
