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Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026

Saudi Public Investment Fund Expands Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Investments in Global Tech Push

The Public Investment Fund has expanded its international portfolio with new investments in high-performance computing infrastructure and data centers, supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal of becoming a global hub for artificial intelligence research and development.

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