Republican Lawmakers Call for Intelligence Assessment of Microsoft's $1.5 Billion AI Partnership with G42 Amid China Ties

Jul 11, 2024, 03:16 PM

Key Republican lawmakers have called for an intelligence assessment of Microsoft's $1.5 billion partnership with Abu Dhabi AI firm G42. The lawmakers are deeply concerned about G42's ties to China and potential risks to national security. They have requested the Biden administration to prepare a formal intelligence community assessment. The lawmakers have had 'productive' conversations with Microsoft but are seeking more robust national security guardrails before the partnership progresses to its next phase. Concerns have also been raised about G42's affiliates maintaining active ties to PRC-linked entities.