mimik Launches UAE Venture to Transform Edge AI Landscape

mimik, a leader in device-first Continuum AI, has announced a strategic partnership to form mimik UAE, collaborating with Next71 Ltd and ASK Holding LLC. This joint venture, unveiled during Abu Dhabi Autonomous Week, aims to establish a framework for advancing artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities in the region. The initiative aligns with the United Arab Emirates’ ambition to become a global leader in AI and sovereign technology development.

The establishment of mimik UAE reflects a significant commitment to enhancing the directives set forth by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council (AIATC). “Together with mimik, we are reimagining what’s possible—building a smart, sustainable economy where intelligence exists everywhere, for everyone,” stated Sara Dhafer Alahbabi, Director of SPV and Portfolio Relations at Next71. This venture promises to empower local industries and innovators by providing the necessary autonomy, flexibility, and security to advance the UAE’s AI ambitions.

The partnership signifies a shift from traditional cloud computing towards a decentralized model. mimik’s technology facilitates distributed intelligence across various devices, vehicles, and infrastructures, transforming urban environments into interconnected systems that adapt in real time. ASK Holding emphasized, “We’re not chasing another cloud trend—we’re building sovereign intelligence where life happens on our roads, in our ports, across our factories, and in every small business.”

As the world transitions into what is termed the “agentic economy,” there is a clear movement away from a cloud-centric, application-based software model to one characterized by billions of intelligent agents. This shift is expected to create a knowledge-as-a-Service (KaaS) economy valued in the trillions. The current landscape necessitates a new software infrastructure that is distributed, autonomous, and contextually aware.

Fay Arjomandi, Founder and CEO of mimik, commented, “We are entering the age of the agentic economy. With built-in sovereignty and execution, along with sustainability and energy cost savings, mimik provides the most valuable tech stack for the agentic-native economy.” The mimik platform aims to deliver operational freedom and control while offering customers the flexibility needed to expand their businesses.

The concept of Device-First Continuum AI represents a significant evolution in technology. It allows devices—ranging from robots and sensors to machines—to become self-aware and intelligent, processing information locally while remaining connected. This capability enables dynamic collaboration among devices and humans, fostering a decentralized intelligence network.

mimik UAE is poised to become a cornerstone of Abu Dhabi’s future in AI, fueling innovation, cultivating advanced talent, and enhancing regional data sovereignty. The partners envision Abu Dhabi as a leading hub for physical AI, where intelligence transcends traditional data centers, creating a living network of interconnected systems that evolve with society.

About mimik
mimik specializes in powering the agentic economy through Agentix-Native software, which transforms everyday devices into intelligent collaborative systems. The mimik platform enables real-time inference across a range of devices, including smartphones, cameras, drones, and robots. By establishing a Device-First AI continuum, mimik supports enterprises in operationalizing agentic AI, enhancing intelligence, and optimizing performance while managing costs. For further information, visit https://mimik.com.