1 model across 1 family · Latest: K2 Think V2 (2026-01)
MBZUAI's portfolio covers 1 active model across 1 non-obsolete family, with task labels spanning long context. Open a model detail page to compare provider routes and sourced benchmarks.
Portfolio context: 1 decision-task tag, 1 active tracked model, latest research stamp 2026-05-19.
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Active models
1
Non-deprecated SKUs linked to this researcher
Active families
1
Non-obsolete families in coverage
Open catalog
1 OSS
0 open-weight (text match)
Decision task tags
1
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Latest dated release
2026-01-27
K2 Think V2
Freshness
2026-05-19
Researched 14d ago
Release cadence
Showing 1 recent dated ships (full timeline below). Latest spotlight: K2 Think V2 (2026-01-27).
Where this lab wins
- Long-context: 1 tracked model with context-token or InfiniteBench-class signal.
Flagship quality / price signal
Anchor SKU: K2 Think V2 (best sourced coding Q/$ in this portfolio).
Quality / dollar unavailable for this anchor — missing benchmark coverage and/or output token price on the cheapest ladder route (open the model detail after pricing lands).
MBZUAI is an AI research organization founded in 2019. MBZUAI ships 1 model family totaling 1 model, with the most recent release K2 Think V2 in 2026-01. Notable families include K2 Think. Use it as a stable reference for lab background, release coverage, and follow-up model pages as they are added. Researchers and evaluators can scan counts, links, release history, and source references without leaving the directory.
About
Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) is the world's first graduate-level, research-focused AI university, established in 2019 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Institute of Foundation Models (IFM) at MBZUAI conducts foundational AI research in collaboration with partners including G42 and Cerebras Systems, producing open-source AI models such as the K2 family.
Featured models
| Model | Released | Context | Input price ($/1M) | Output price ($/1M) | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K2 Think V2 | 2026-01-27 | 512k | - | - | Open Source |
Model families
Recent releases
- K2 Think V2- 2026-01-27
FAQ
Who founded MBZUAI and when?
MBZUAI was founded in 2019 and is associated with Abu Dhabi, UAE.
What models has MBZUAI released?
MBZUAI ships 1 model across 1 family: K2 Think.
Is MBZUAI's technology open source?
All tracked models are released under Open Source.
Where is MBZUAI headquartered?
MBZUAI is headquartered in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
How can I access MBZUAI's models?
MBZUAI's provider availability is tracked on model pages as API and hosting data is verified.
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-19. Data sourced from public lab announcements and provider documentation.