Archive · 28 May 2025
UAE to Offer Free ChatGPT Plus Access
People in the UAE will get free access to the premium ChatGPT Plus.
This is due to a deal between OpenAI and the UAE government.
The plan is part of a larger project, called OpenAI for Countries, that includes building a large AI computing center in Abu Dhabi named Stargate UAE.
OpenAI wants to extend AI benefits such as improvements in healthcare, education, and clean energy.
This also means a large financial commitment in the U.S. on AI infrastructure.
Other countries may get access to ChatGPT soon as well.
UAE residents will receive free ChatGPT Plus access.
This is part of the "OpenAI for Countries" program.
The plan involves building an AI computing center in Abu Dhabi called Stargate UAE.
OpenAI is partnering with global tech companies.
The partnership includes investments into U.S. AI infrastructure.
- Who
- UAE residents, OpenAI, and global tech companies.
- What
- Free access to ChatGPT Plus for UAE residents.
- When
- First phase of the Stargate UAE project is expected by next year.
- Where
- UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi).
- Why
- To spread the benefits of AI and build local AI infrastructure.
- Benefit
- Free ChatGPT Plus subscription
- Location
- UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi)
- Partners
- OpenAI and UAE Government
- Project
- Stargate UAE
- Usual Cost
- $20 per month
