The Old Eagles LLC: From Oil Barrels to Algorithms, Abu Dhabi’s $1.53 Trillion AI Leap

In the desert where power was once measured in barrels of oil, a new empire is rising, one built not on hydrocarbons but on data, algorithms, and intelligence engineered at scale.

At the heart of this unprecedented transformation stand three national powerhouses shaping the next global order of artificial intelligence.

G42

G42 represents the operational core of Abu Dhabi’s AI vision, covering cloud, cyber, geospatial intelligence, genomics, health-tech, energy AI, and space. Each of its subsidiaries, from Core42 to M42 Health and Space42, is designed to capture the industries of tomorrow. Its influence extends far beyond the region, as G42 builds global partnerships with leading firms in the United States and Asia.

ATRC (Advanced Technology Research Council)

ATRC serves as the brain trust, driving research and innovation in quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and venture building. Its pillars, the Technology Innovation Institute, ASPIRE, and VentureOne, provide a foundation for future generations. Projects such as AI71 and QuantumGate not only develop breakthrough technologies but also transform them into global business ventures.

EDGE

EDGE functions as the industrial arm that applies AI across defense, aerospace, and space technology. With entities including CARACAL, SIGN4L, and EARTH, it merges precision engineering with intelligent systems. At the same time, EDGE demonstrates how the Emirates are redefining industrial and geopolitical power through artificial intelligence.

Behind this architecture stand three leaders, HH Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed as Chairman of G42, HH Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed as Chairman of ATRC, and HE Faisal Al Bannai as Chairman of EDGE. These leaders do not simply oversee institutions, they project a national strategy with global consequences. Their combined efforts show how the Emirates align capital, innovation, and strategic alliances into a unified vision.

The Blueprint

$100 billion annual GDP contribution from AI
By 2030, artificial intelligence is projected to contribute one hundred billion dollars annually to the UAE economy. This figure surpasses the national GDPs of several countries and highlights the scale of the ambition. AI is positioned not as a complement to the economy but as its new backbone.

10,000 new high-skilled Emirati AI jobs
Ten thousand high-skilled positions are expected to be created for Emiratis in the AI sector. This initiative ensures that the country is investing not only in technology but also in human capital. The move is set to reshape both the education system and the labor market of the Emirates.

Strategic AI alliances with the world’s largest technology firms
Partnerships with global giants such as Microsoft and Mubadala reinforce Abu Dhabi’s role as an indispensable AI leader. These alliances ensure that the Emirates are not passive recipients of technology but active shapers of it. Through such collaboration, the UAE positions itself as a bridge between East and West in the AI revolution.

Export of AI-driven governance, urban design, and industrial strategy worldwide
The ambition extends beyond domestic application to the global export of AI-driven governance models and urban development strategies. Abu Dhabi seeks to establish itself as a world leader in exporting AI-powered concepts that redefine how cities function. This represents a civilizational leap, positioning the Emirates as architects of the metropolitan paradigm of the future.

The Old Eagles LLC – Strategic Partner

The Old Eagles LLC operates as a strategic partner connecting AI stakeholders across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States. The firm’s mission is to align capital, research, and execution, bringing together leading AI actors into frameworks that deliver measurable outcomes. The company is actively engaged in the realization of an AI project in the healthcare sector, demonstrating how advanced innovation can be translated into practical solutions with global impact.

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AI Bridges by The Old Eagles LLC

From Vision to Execution, Building Global AI Corridors

KSA – USA
A fully operational AI business bridge is already established between Saudi Arabia and the United States, aligning capital, innovation, and market access into one structured framework. This bridge enables seamless collaboration between Gulf-based research and American technology ecosystems. It represents the first realized step in a broader trilateral strategy.

USA – UAE
The next phase is underway, with an AI business bridge being constructed toward the United Arab Emirates. This initiative is designed to integrate Abu Dhabi’s AI vision into transatlantic markets through structured partnerships. It will reinforce the UAE’s ambition to export AI models worldwide, with The Old Eagles LLC as the strategic connector.

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