TII, NVIDIA launch ME's first Joint Lab for AI & Robotics in Abu Dhabi

The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi's Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with NVIDIA, the world leader in accelerated computing and AI, to launch the Middle East's (ME's) first Joint Lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics.

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This landmark collaboration establishes a first-of-its-kind hub in the region for developing next-generation Al models, robotics platforms, and humanoid technologies that will accelerate innovation across industries.

The announcement of the TII-NVAITC (NVIDIA Al Technology Centre) Joint Lab for Al and Robotics was made during a signing ceremony held at TII's headquarters in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior leaders from both organisations.

The agreement was signed by Dr. Najwa Aaraj, CEO of TII and Marc Domenech, Regional Director, Enterprise - META Region at NVIDIA, in the presence of Shahab Abu Shahab, Director General at ATRC, Abdulaziz Al Dosari, Executive Director of Support Services at ATRC, John Josephakis, Global VP of Sales and Business Development for HPC/Supercomputing at NVIDA, and Simon See, Global Head Nvidia Al Technology Centre at NVIDIA, marking a milestone moment in the UAE's Al and robotics journey.

The collaboration places Abu Dhabi at the forefront of applied Al, aligning with the emirate's long-term strategy to advance technological sovereignty and shape the future of intelligent autonomous systems.