Record funding for European artificial intelligence startups

European artificial intelligence startups raised a record $23 billion in funding during the first half of 2026, capturing more than half of the region’s investments. This massive growth represents a fundamental turning point that strengthens the continent’s position in the global tech race.
OpenAI completes $7 billion employee share buyback

OpenAI has completed an employee share buyback offer worth approximately $7 billion, keeping the company’s valuation at $852 billion ahead of a potential public offering.
OpenAI approaches record funding round

OpenAI is preparing to close the first phase of a historic funding round exceeding $100 billion. This financing will boost the company’s ability to invest in infrastructure and raise its valuation to $850 billion.
Amazon invests $13 billion in data center infrastructure in Australia over five years

Amazon has announced an investment of AUD 20 billion ($12.97 billion USD) from 2025 to 2029 to expand, operate, and maintain data center infrastructure in Australia, boosting the country’s artificial intelligence capabilities.
Anysphere hits $9.9 billion valuation amid Cursor boom

Anysphere, the developer of the leading AI coding platform «Cursor», has announced a $900 million funding round that raised its valuation to $9.9 billion, with annual revenue surpassing the $500 million mark.
Former Lebanese Prime Minister Establishes Investment Firm in Abu Dhabi Targeting Artificial Intelligence

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri has announced the establishment of a new investment entity named «Genesis SPV Limited» in Abu Dhabi Global Market, aimed at directing investments toward the artificial intelligence and technological innovation sector.
How Warren Buffett invests 26.4% of his $258 billion portfolio in AI stocks

In this article, we highlight the “AI stocks” that make up 26.4% of renowned investor Warren Buffett’s $258 billion portfolio.
HUMAIN: Massive investment in artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia has announced the establishment of a “new Saudi company” to invest in artificial intelligence, ahead of an anticipated visit by US President Donald Trump. This step aims to develop the knowledge-based economy and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a global tech hub.
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala: Massive funding and renewed horizons

Once again, Mubadala Investment Co. takes center stage thanks to major Mubadala investments in private credit and artificial intelligence. In this article, we examine the growth figures and ambitious investment strategies that have made it a leading sovereign wealth fund.
OpenAI announces completion of record $40 billion funding round

OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT, has revealed the close of an unprecedented $40 billion funding round, boosting the company’s valuation to $300 billion and signaling surging global interest in artificial intelligence technologies.