AIQ, the Abu Dhabi-based firm focusing on developing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions for the energy sector, has joined the Nvidia Inception program.

Open to global tech ventures, the Nvidia Inception program is designed to help ventures build their products and grow faster. By joining the program, AIQ can access Nvidia’s latest AI technology and expertise and receive technical training from the Nvidia Deep Learning Institute.AIQ can also use the latest Nvidia hardware and software to develop applications.

The free program has 14,1000 members and offers mentorship, training, and network opportunities to customers and the wider VC community.

Joining the program will enable AIQ to optimize its AI solutions with best-in-class infrastructure, said Omar Al Marzooqi, CEO of AIQ. “With access to Nvidia’s unparalleled frameworks, comprehensive training, and deep technical expertise, we will expand our reach to international markets and new horizons in innovation as we continue to provide our customers with advanced solutions to transform the energy sector and other hard-to-abate industries.”

Launched in 2020, AIQ is developing AI projects in the oil and gas value chain, such as drilling performance, reservoir modeling, corrosion detection, and product quality. The company is 60% owned by Middle East gas leader ADNOC and 40% owned by AI tech company G42.