Microsoft AI Deal With UAE's G42 at Risk Over National Security Fears.

Microsoft's $1 billion deal with UAE's artificial intelligence firm, G42, to invest in projects in Kenya is at risk due to concerns over national security. The agreement, negotiated with input from the US and UAE governments, aims to expand US political and economic influence in emerging markets in Africa and Central Asia. However, there are worries in Washington about Microsoft's cybersecurity failures, the potential access of foreign powers to sensitive US networks, and the shipment of advanced AI technology to Gulf states with questionable human rights records. The resistance to the deal could hinder the US government's efforts to lead in AI development and compete with China in the Global South. [Extracted from the article]