OpenAI in talks with Abu Dhabi’s G42 to create specialized ChatGPT version for UAE | Semafor

OpenAI is working with Abu Dhabi-based G42 to build a new version of ChatGPT tuned for the UAE to accommodate local language, political outlook, and speech restrictions, according to people familiar with the matter.

The fine-tuned version is being designed for use by the country’s government, OpenAI officials told Semafor. When complete, it will be one of the first examples of a local implementation of the popular chatbot, offering a glimpse into how American tech companies will handle a global AI expansion that may require regional versions of the technology.

The odd thing here is why is the UAE not relying on the LLMs is has developed locally – even if they are not as advanced?