Semafor • Dec 10, 2025
Qatar launches $20B AI push to compete with Saudi, UAE
The new homegrown AI firm has a mandate to build the platforms and systems needed to speed up AI adoption across Qatar, its CEO said.
The new homegrown AI firm has a mandate to build the platforms and systems needed to speed up AI adoption across Qatar, its CEO said.
The Elon Musk-led company was the first to successfully re-use rockets, bringing the cost of space travel down by around 90%.
Social media platforms, with X’s exception, said Tuesday they will remove all accounts held by under-16s.
Beijing is building up its domestic semiconductor industry and has chafed at previous US concessions on less powerful chips.
Both spirits and job security were high for the lobbyists at artificial intelligence startup Anthropic’s holiday party.
The decision will open up a huge market for the chipmaker while ensuring US technology remains the standard worldwide.