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Trump’s Mideast Visit Opens Floodgate of AI Deals Led by Nvidia
Bloomberg
During his Middle East visit, former President Donald Trump facilitated major AI deals, including a significant agreement between Nvidia and Saudi Arabia to supply semiconductors for AI data centers. The visit also saw various economic partnerships and defense agreements.
Insight
The AI deals signify a deepening technological collaboration between the U.S. and Middle Eastern countries. These partnerships could accelerate AI development in the region and strengthen geopolitical ties, but also raise questions about technology transfer and regional power dynamics.