The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has joined forces with NVIDIA to launch the Middle East’s first Joint Lab dedicated to both artificial intelligence and robotics. The announcement of the TII-NVAITC (NVIDIA AI Technology Center) Joint Lab for AI and Robotics was made during a signing ceremony held at TII’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior leaders from both organizations. It also underscores the UAE’s growing role as a global AI and Robotics leader – highlighted by the recent US–UAE AI Acceleration Partnership—and positions the country as a major contributor to the global robotics ecosystem at a time when AI capabilities are rapidly evolving. “The launch of the TII-NVAITC for AI and Robotics marks a new chapter in our global NVAITC network. This new lab forms part of TII’s broader strategy to advance applied AI and robotics that deliver real-world impact.