UAE blocks U.S. meetings over AI technology transfer concerns
Summary: The UAE canceled meetings between U.S. Congressional staffers and Emirati AI firm G42 amid concerns over a $1.5 billion Microsoft investment potentially transferring U.S. AI technology to China. The UAE Ambassador intervened after lawmakers sought discussions on technology transfers during a July 16-19 visit. The Biden administration has imposed restrictions on AI chip exports to the UAE, aiming to limit China's access to sensitive technology.
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