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Elon Musk's xAI Leases Data Center in Saudi Arabia

7/18/2025

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Elon Musk's xAI is set to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, capitalizing on the nation’s low energy costs and stable political climate. This move, backed by Saudi Arabia's $424 billion Public Investment Fund, aims to bolster AI infrastructure and solidify the kingdom's role as a significant force in the global AI arena.

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Elon Musk's xAI is set to lease data center capacity in Saudi Arabia, capitalizing on the nation’s low energy costs and stable political climate. This move, backed by Saudi Arabia's $424 billion Public Investment Fund, aims to bolster AI infrastructure and solidify the kingdom's role as a significant force in the global AI arena.