Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) has launched AI71, a new AI company building on the Falcon generative AI models developed by TII. AI71 will focus on multi-domain specializations, offering AI data control options for companies and countries looking to self-host for greater privacy. The company will be taken to market by ATRC's VentureOne subsidiary, initially targeting the medical, educational, and legal sectors. Why it matters: AI71 aims to establish Abu Dhabi and the UAE as a major AI player by providing decentralized data ownership and promoting broader access to AI technology.
Technology Innovation Institute (TII) won the UAE AI Award for Emirati AI Solutions for its Falcon LLM series. AI71 also won for LAW71, an AI-powered legal solution, and RAZI71, an AI-powered healthcare solution. The award recognizes AI innovations made in the UAE that demonstrate innovation, AI ethics compliance, maturity, and scalability. Why it matters: The award highlights the UAE's commitment to developing local AI talent and solutions, particularly in open-source models, for global collaboration and positive transformation.
Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC) launched VentureOne, a commercialization arm to bring research solutions to market. ATRC also launched three new specialized research centers in Propulsion, Alternative Energy, and Biotechnology. This brings the total number of deep-tech research entities within ATRC to 10. Why it matters: This expansion signals a major investment in Abu Dhabi's advanced technology ecosystem, aiming to translate research into commercial products and attract global expertise.
VentureOne, the commercialization arm of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has launched QuantumGate at CyberQ in Abu Dhabi. QuantumGate offers data security products, including QSphere (post-quantum VPN, email, file encryption) and Salina (password-less identity management). These products are based on proprietary Technology Innovation Institute (TII) technology. Why it matters: The launch addresses the imminent threat of quantum computing to current encryption methods, providing sovereign solutions for data protection in the UAE.
Mohamed bin Zayed has established the board of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), which oversees technology research in Abu Dhabi. The ATRC backs the Technology Innovation Institute (TII). TII aims to be a leading global research center pushing the frontiers of knowledge. Why it matters: This announcement signals continued high-level support for advanced technology research and development in the UAE, solidifying its position as an emerging R&D hub.