Region's Most Advanced AI Language Model Launches in UAE
Falcon Arabic is expected to enhance natural language processing applications across sectors, empowering Arabic speakers worldwide.
May 24, 2025
The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in Abu Dhabi has officially launched a cutting-edge large language model designed specifically for the Arabic language—Falcon Arabic.
Building on the success of the original Falcon AI model introduced in 2023, Falcon Arabic is the first of its kind developed within the region and outperforms all other Arabic language models currently available.
The development addresses longstanding concerns about Arabic's role in the rapidly evolving global AI landscape, ensuring the language keeps pace with technological innovation. Falcon Arabic is expected to enhance natural language processing applications across sectors—from education and government to business and media—empowering Arabic speakers worldwide with more accurate, nuanced AI tools.
As AI continues to transform economies and societies, Falcon Arabic represents a strategic investment in linguistic diversity and technological sovereignty—ensuring that Arabic remains a vibrant and integral part of the AI future.
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