Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence company G42 has announced its expansion into the United States, marking a significant step in the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) ambition to become a global leader in AI and diversify its economy. The move aligns with the UAE's recent commitment to a 10-year, $1.4 trillion investment framework in the U.S., focusing on sectors such as artificial intelligence infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, and manufacturing.

G42, chaired by UAE National Security Adviser Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan and backed by the Abu Dhabi sovereign investor Mubadala Investment Company, has incorporated a U.S. entity in Delaware. This incorporation signals the company's intent to establish a substantial presence in the American market. G42's subsidiaries, including those in cloud computing and data centers, are expected to announce further U.S. plans soon.

In 2024, G42 invested $335 million in U.S. chipmaker Cerebras Systems, a company specializing in AI hardware. This investment underwent a review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) due to national security concerns, particularly regarding potential technology transfers to China. To address these concerns, G42 has distanced itself from Chinese tech suppliers and divested its stakes in China. The company has also attracted U.S. investors, notably Microsoft, which holds a $1.5 billion minority stake in G42. This partnership includes co-developing AI solutions and deploying Microsoft's Azure cloud services in the Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa.

G42's subsidiary, Core42, is constructing an AI supercomputer in Dallas, Texas, named Condor Galaxy 3 (CG-3). Scheduled to be operational later this year, CG-3 will feature Cerebras' WSE-3 chips, each containing 900,000 cores and capable of achieving 125 petaflops of peak AI performance. This facility underscores G42's commitment to establishing a robust AI infrastructure in the U.S.

The UAE's $1.4 trillion investment framework in the U.S. significantly exceeds Saudi Arabia's $600 billion commitment. This substantial investment aims to enhance existing investments in AI infrastructure, semiconductors, energy, and manufacturing. Key agreements include a $25 billion initiative in energy infrastructure and data centers by UAE's ADQ, in partnership with Energy Capital Partners, and an investment by ADNOC's international arm, XRG, in Texas' NextDecade liquefied natural gas export facility. The comprehensive investment plan aims to boost U.S. assets across gas, chemicals, energy infrastructure, and low-carbon solutions.

G42's expansion into the U.S. signifies a deepening of economic and technological ties between the UAE and the United States. This move is expected to foster collaboration in AI research and development, potentially leading to advancements in various sectors such as healthcare, finance, and energy. Additionally, G42's investment in U.S. technology companies and infrastructure may contribute to job creation and economic growth in the regions where it operates.

By aligning more closely with U.S. technology firms and distancing itself from Chinese tech suppliers, G42 navigates the complex geopolitical landscape, addressing U.S. national security concerns while advancing its strategic objectives.

G42's strategic move into the U.S. market represents a significant development in the global AI landscape, highlighting the increasing importance of international collaboration and investment in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.