Simpson Thacher is representing Microsoft Corporation (Nasdaq: MSFT) in connection with its announced $1.5 billion strategic investment in G42, building on Microsoft and G42’s existing collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation initiatives.
Based in Abu Dhabi, G42 is the leading UAE-based AI technology holding company.
The Simpson Thacher team includes Anthony Vernace, William Allen, Beth DiSciullo and David Kim (M&A); Lori Lesser and Bobbie Burrows (IP); Greg Grogan, Laura Gallo and Jesslyn Nunez (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits); Jonathan Goldstein, Russell Light, Eli Shalam and Emma Wang (Tax); Krista McManus (Real Estate); and Vanessa Burrows and Nawa Lodin (Healthcare).