Microsoft and United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence company G42 will open two centres in Abu Dhabi to work on "responsible" AI initiatives, the companies said on Tuesday.

Microsoft Corp. and G42 are collaborating to establish two artificial intelligence centers in Abu Dhabi, following a $1.5 billion deal and G42’s agreement to divest from China.  TakeAway Points: Microsoft and G42 are building two AI centres in Abu Dhabi with an emphasis on social goals and responsible AI use,

G42 said the first centre will develop and advance best practices and industry standards for the responsible use of AI in the Middle East.