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Hindustan Times
06-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
OpenAI eyes collaboration with India for data centres
OpenAI, which developed the artificial intelligence bot called ChatGPT, is in talks to partner with India under its 'OpenAI for Countries' initiative, a person familiar with the matter has said. 'OpenAI for Countries' is a new global initiative by the creator of ChatGPT to help interested national governments with efforts like building out data center capacity in coordination with the US government. OpenAI's chief strategy officer Jason Kwon, who is currently in Delhi, has been touring across Asia Pacific, covering countries like Japan, South Korea, Australia, India and Singapore, meeting governments and potential private-sector partners to discuss opportunities within the 'OpenAI for Countries' initiative. The 'for Countries' initiative works in a two-way partnership between the US and another country. In its pilot project announced with UAE last month, the middle=east country will house a 1-gigawatt AI computing cluster called Stargate in Abu Dhabi, while also investing in similar AI infrastructure in the US as part of the US-UAE AI Acceleration Partnership. While details of the India-US partnership under the 'OpenAI for Countries' initiative remain undisclosed, the company's goal is to pursue 10 projects with individual countries or regions as the first phase of this initiative, and expand from there, said a company blog post. In a step towards 'cultivating AI talent' in India, OpenAI, in partnership with MeitY's IndiaAI Mission, launched 'OpenAI Academy' to give India's developer community and network of startups and innovators access to AI education and tools. The two also signed a memorandum of understanding, making it OpenAI's first international launch of its education platform. The MoU outlines seven joint initiatives, including OpenAI contributing educational content to IndiaAI Mission's FutureSkills platform to support digital skilling. The educational content will also be hosted on the iGOT Karmayogi platform to train government officials, initially in English and Hindi, and later in four regional languages. Additionally, OpenAI will conduct regular webinars and in-person workshops in six cities, and provide up to $100,000 in API credits to 50 IndiaAI-approved fellows or startups. The partnership also includes a series of hackathons across seven states, expected to reach around 25,000 students, with winners receiving invitations to attend OpenAI Dev Day events internationally. 'We believe the latest AI frameworks and tools must be made widely accessible so that our startups, developers, and researchers can build faster, better, and at scale,' IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said in a video message at the event.
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UAE offers free ChatGPT Plus to all residents in landmark AI deal as part of Stargate
ChatGPT maker OpenAI is teaming up with the United Arab Emirates to build one of the world's most powerful artificial intelligence computing complexes. As part of the company's new 'OpenAI for Countries' initiative, following US President Donald Trump's visit to the region, UAE will become the first country to enable ChatGPT across the country. Show more Show less
Hans India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
UAE to Offer Free ChatGPT Plus Access to All Residents in Global First
In a groundbreaking move, residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will soon receive free access to ChatGPT Plus, the premium version of OpenAI's AI chatbot. This initiative makes the UAE the first country worldwide to extend free ChatGPT Plus access to its entire population. This offering is part of a broader and ambitious partnership between the UAE government and OpenAI, including developing a massive AI data centre, Stargate UAE, in Abu Dhabi. The initiative is poised to mark a transformative moment in the global AI landscape. The Stargate UAE project will feature a one-gigawatt AI computing cluster, with an initial 200-megawatt phase expected to be operational by next year. As reported by Axios, Stargate UAE is a cornerstone of OpenAI's 'OpenAI for Countries' initiative, a program designed to help nations develop tailored AI tools and infrastructure while maintaining close alignment with U.S. standards. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman described the collaboration as 'a bold vision,' aimed at spreading AI benefits, such as enhanced healthcare, modern education, and sustainable energy solutions, across the globe. The UAE's AI push involves leading global tech companies such as Oracle, Nvidia, Cisco, SoftBank, and G42, an AI firm based in the Middle East and backed by Microsoft. These collaborations are intended to position the UAE as a regional hub for AI innovation. A key highlight of this initiative is the universal availability of ChatGPT Plus in the UAE, giving every resident access to advanced AI tools that can assist with writing, education, programming, and daily planning. OpenAI hopes that by making AI more accessible, it can help democratize technology and encourage innovation across all sectors of society. More than just infrastructure, the partnership is about bringing AI closer to local communities. The 'OpenAI for Countries' program aims to customise AI systems to support native languages, comply with local regulations, and safeguard user data, promoting responsible and inclusive AI deployment. Further solidifying the UAE's commitment, the government has agreed to match its domestic AI investments with equivalent funding in the United States. Axios reports that the total investment could reach up to $20 billion, strengthening AI collaboration between the Gulf and the U.S. Looking ahead, OpenAI's Chief Strategy Officer, Jason Kwon, is set to explore similar partnerships in the Asia Pacific region. The UAE, it seems, is only the beginning, as OpenAI expands its vision of country-specific AI ecosystems worldwide.
India Today
26-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Everyone living in Dubai will soon get free ChatGPT Plus subscription
People living in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will soon be able to use ChatGPT Plus for free. This makes the UAE the first country in the world to give free access to the premium version of ChatGPT to its entire population. The plan is part of a big partnership between OpenAI and the UAE government, which also includes building a huge AI data centre called Stargate UAE in Abu Dhabi. This project is a major step for both sides. OpenAI and its partners are working on building a powerful one-gigawatt AI computing cluster, with the first part — around 200 megawatts — expected to be ready next year. advertisementAccording to Axios, Stargate UAE is part of OpenAI's 'OpenAI for Countries' programme, which helps other nations build their own AI systems and tools while working closely with the United States. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called the project 'a bold vision' and said it's a way to bring the benefits of AI — like better healthcare, modern education, and cleaner energy — to more places around the UAE deal also includes big names like Oracle, Nvidia, Cisco, SoftBank, and G42, an AI company from the Middle East supported by Microsoft. Together, they're aiming to make the UAE a key location for AI in the region. One of the most exciting parts of this partnership is that every person living in the UAE will get access to ChatGPT Plus, which gives people access to OpenAI's most advanced AI tools. Millions already use it to get help with writing, studying, coding, planning and more. Now, in the UAE, anyone will be able to use it without project is not only about building large data centres. The goal is to bring AI closer to the people. Through OpenAI for Countries, OpenAI wants to create AI that fits each country's local needs — such as working in their own languages and following their own rules. This also helps protect people's data and makes sure AI is used in a fair and responsible UAE has also agreed to match its AI spending at home by investing the same amount in AI projects in the United States. Axios reports that this could add up to $20 billion in total investment, split between the Gulf and the ahead, OpenAI's Chief Strategy Officer, Jason Kwon, will visit other countries across Asia Pacific to discuss similar partnerships. OpenAI says it hopes the UAE is just the beginning, and that it will soon help more countries set up their own AI systems.
Arabian Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Abu Dhabi's Stargate to Become World's Largest AI Data Hub
Abu Dhabi is set to host the world's largest artificial intelligence data centre outside the United States, following a landmark agreement between OpenAI, G42, Oracle, NVIDIA, SoftBank, and Cisco. The project, named Stargate UAE, will be situated at the newly established UAE–US AI Campus in the capital. The Stargate UAE initiative is part of OpenAI's broader 'OpenAI for Countries' programme and represents a significant AI investment by the UAE. The first phase, a 200-megawatt deployment, is scheduled to become operational by the end of 2026. The entire facility is projected to reach a capacity of 5 gigawatts, spanning 10 square miles, making it the largest AI data centre complex outside the United States. The project will incorporate NVIDIA's most advanced Grace Blackwell GB300 AI servers, with an estimated 100,000 chips powering about 1,400 servers. G42, a UAE-based technology holding group, will fund the construction, while OpenAI and Oracle will operate the facility. SoftBank, NVIDIA, and Cisco are also key collaborators. The initiative emerged from negotiations between the UAE and the Trump administration, which recently overturned prior chip export restrictions and approved the export of up to 500,000 AI chips annually to the UAE. In return, the UAE committed to funding comparable AI infrastructure in the U.S. through investments like MGX. ADVERTISEMENT As part of the agreement, the entire population of the UAE will gain access to ChatGPT Plus subscriptions, marking a global first. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman emphasized the global impact of establishing the first Stargate outside the U.S., citing advancements in medicine, education, and energy. The Stargate initiative is also seen as a strategic move to serve nearby markets in Africa and India more efficiently. The project proceeds following the rescission of previous export controls on AI chips to the UAE. The U.S. Commerce Department has committed to establishing a bilateral working group to ensure compliance with security and responsible AI infrastructure deployment standards. This collaboration aims to align international developments with U.S.-based AI systems. The Stargate UAE project is part of a broader plan to create the world's largest AI data centre complex outside the United States, spanning 10 square miles and ultimately reaching 5 gigawatts of capacity. The facility will incorporate NVIDIA's most advanced Grace Blackwell GB300 AI servers, with an estimated 100,000 chips powering about 1,400 servers.
