A US-backed deal to build a large data center in the UAE using Nvidia AI chips faces uncertainty due to US national security concerns.
US officials are yet to determine the security conditions for the AI chips and how the agreement with the UAE will be enforced.
Concerns revolve around the UAE's links to China and Russia, with doubts on preventing US technology from reaching adversaries.
The deal's timeline is unclear as it requires UAE to agree to undefined US controls, possibly leading to delays with potential restrictions on Chinese technology and employment.