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U.S. and UAE Break Ground on World’s Largest AI Campus Outside America

The 5GW Abu Dhabi facility, led by G42 and U.S. firms, aims to position the UAE as a global AI hub with robust security and American operational oversight.

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Overview

  • Construction has officially begun on Phase 1 of the 5-gigawatt AI campus in Abu Dhabi, starting with a 1-gigawatt data center.
  • The project is spearheaded by UAE's G42 in partnership with undisclosed U.S. companies, solidifying U.S. operational control and tech leadership in the region.
  • The 10-square-mile campus will integrate sustainable energy sources, including nuclear, solar, and gas power, to support its operations.
  • The agreement includes stringent security measures to ensure U.S. technology is safeguarded from unauthorized use or diversion.
  • UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan emphasized the initiative's role in cementing the UAE's position as a hub for advanced research and sustainable development.