UAE Releases a Powerful AI Reasoning Model
K2 THINK is now available.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced K2 Think, an open-source AI model designed for advanced reasoning. Developed at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), this model is provided for free by G42, a prominent Emirati tech firm.
Key Points:
- Performance: K2 Think has 32 billion parameters but matches the reasoning capabilities of models with over 200 billion parameters, such as those from OpenAI and DeepSeek.
- Innovation: It employs advanced techniques including fine-tuning for simulated reasoning, agentic planning, and reinforcement learning.
- Hardware: The model operates on a specialized cluster of Cerebras chips.
- Strategic Significance: This initiative positions the UAE as a key player in the global AI research landscape.
- Open Source: K2 Think is fully open-sourced, and a detailed technical report is available for further insights into its development.
The launch of K2 Think marks a significant milestone for the UAE in asserting its presence in the competitive field of AI.
About G42: Born in Abu Dhabi, building globally, and pushing AI to do more for everyone. G42 sees artificial intelligence as a force for good. A partner to humanity. A tool to make lives healthier, journeys safer, and the future more connected.
"We’re creating it — with partners, with purpose, and with people in mind." - G42
"We’re creating it — with partners, with purpose, and with people in mind." - G42