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    Abu Dhabi’s MGX in Talks to Invest Billions in Sam Altman’s Chip Venture

    Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has ambitious plans to build a semiconductor business to produce AI processors for OpenAI’s needs Altman believes OpenAI will need its own AI processors in the long run to stay competitive in the AI market Abu Dhabi, through its newly-launched state-backed AI investment fund MGX, is in talks with Altman to potentially invest in this chip venture MGX aims to build up to $100 billion in assets under management within a few years of its launch The United Arab Emirates is seeking to become a significant AI power and global leader in testing and regulating AI technology The talks between MGX and Altman are still in early stages, but could lead to a major investment deal to support OpenAI’s in-house chip development plans Abu Dhabi’s MGX in Talks to Invest in Sam Altman’s Chip Venture Abu Dhabi, UAE - MGX, the newly-established Abu Dhabi technology investment company, is reportedly in talks to invest billions of dollars in Sam Altman’s visionary plan to build a network of AI chip factories worldwide.
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    UAE Virtual Assets Market

    As the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry continues to grow, the UAE is positioning itself as a global leader in the virtual assets market. The country has taken several steps to regulate and support the industry, creating a favorable environment for businesses and investors alike. The startup Virtual Assets put together a comprehensive guide to the UAE’s virtual assets market, covering everything from regulations and licensing. The guide provides valuable insights for startups, investors, and businesses looking to enter the virtual assets space in the UAE.
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    Abu Dhabi Launches MGX: A $100B Global AI Investment Powerhouse

    Abu Dhabi has unveiled MGX, a new technology investment company aimed at accelerating the development and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies. Launched by the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC), MGX is set to become one of the world’s largest funds focused solely on AI, with a target of surpassing $100 billion in assets under management. Focusing on Key AI Sectors MGX will invest in three core areas:
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    Sam Altman Reveals: ‘Abu Dhabi Talked AI Before It Was Cool’

    On June 6, 2023, a remarkable discussion unfolded in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), hosted by Hub71, featuring leading AI visionaries and emerging tech entrepreneurs. At the core of the discourse was AI’s profound influence on startups and how it would bridge the generational divide and revolutionize work. OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, has been globe-trotting, spreading the word about the transformative power of AI and the significant role the UAE can play in guiding its future.
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    Winklevoss twins considering Abu Dhabi and Dubai virtual asset license

    Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, the billionaire founders of cryptocurrency platform Gemini, are weighing the UAE as a potential center for their crypto exchange operations in the Middle East. The identical twins are reported to be on the brink of filing an application for a virtual asset license within the country. The Winklevoss twins, recognized for their significant contribution to the crypto sphere and their individual net worth of approximately $1.2 billion as per Forbes, have yet to finalize the location for their business within the UAE.

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