Copilot Podcast: AI, Microsoft Copilot, and Strategic Partnerships
In episode 24 of the “Copilot Podcast,” AI Expert and Microsoft MVP Aaron Back details a partnership between Microsoft and G42, which aims to expand AI innovation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
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Highlights
00:58 — Data residency requirements put pressure on tech companies, such as Microsoft, to have data centers in specific countries to comply with the rules and regulations that are necessary.
01:44 — As artificial intelligence and Copilot continue to expand, Microsoft will continue forging strategic partnerships. Specifically, Microsoft recently formed a partnership with G42 that aims to accelerate AI innovation in the UAE and beyond. Microsoft is investing $1.5 billion in G42 for a minority stake in the company. Last year, G42 was one of the first partners to commit to implementing Microsoft Cloud for Sovereignty offering to the UAE-based organizations.
02:59 — Microsoft’s commercial partnerships will be backed by the US and UAE governments through a “first-of-its-kind binding agreement.” The intent of this partnership is to apply best practices to ensure the secure trust, development, and deployment of AI.
04:24 — Furthermore, this partnership will also support the development of a skilled and diverse AI workforce, as Microsoft is investing about $1 billion for developers. Overall, Aaron notes how this initiative demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to furthering AI usage, adoption, and education around the world.
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