UAE Strengthens AI Push With Nvidia-Powered Robotics Research Lab

The United Arab Emirates has solidified its position in the global AI race by launching the Middle East's first Nvidia AI Technology Center in collaboration with Abu Dhabi’s Technology Innovation Institute. The lab will harness Nvidia’s Thor chip to advance robotics and humanoid systems, marking a strategic expansion of the UAE’s technological capabilities.

This partnership underscores the Emirates' aggressive investment in cutting-edge infrastructure, following recent multibillion-dollar AI initiatives by Nvidia in Europe. The Thor platform’s computational power positions the lab to tackle complex challenges in large-scale AI model development.

Abu Dhabi’s deepening ties with U.S. tech firms reflect a calculated MOVE to diversify its economy beyond hydrocarbons. The TII collaboration signals the Gulf state’s ambition to become a nexus for high-value research, complementing its established financial and logistics hubs.