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The United Arab Emirates’ Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has announced the launch of a new AI research center in Silicon Valley, marking a significant step in the UAE’s investment in artificial intelligence. The center, located in Sunnyvale, California, aims to facilitate knowledge exchange with leading institutions and tap into a concentrated pool of AI expertise. MBZUAI revealed two new large language models, K2 and Jais, and a world model called PAN, which can simulate real-world scenarios for AI testing. The UAE’s ambitious projects are part of a broader strategy to enhance its AI capabilities and expand its technological influence.