Here is this week’s SwissCognitive AI Investment Radar, bringing you the latest developments in AI funding, strategic moves, and global trends.

 

AI Funding Around the World – SwissCognitive AI Investment Radar


 

From Saudi Arabia’s ambitious $100 billion initiative to establish a world-class tech ecosystem, to Japan’s new $65 billion fund for advancing Artificial Intelligence and semiconductor innovation, governments and corporations alike are ramping up their AI investments. Google’s AI hub in Saudi Arabia alone is projected to contribute $71 billion to the local economy, while Yandex targets Indonesia to strengthen Southeast Asia’s AI infrastructure.

On the corporate side, Amazon is committing $110 million to university Artificial Intelligence research grants, in addition to exploring a multi-billion dollar follow-up investment in Anthropic. LA’s tech sector is booming as well, with AI startups hitting a record $1.8 billion in funding, led by substantial investments in defense and healthcare.

Buoyed by strong profits, SoftBank is eyeing further AI chip investments, while Microsoft’s $13 billion stake in OpenAI continues to spur demand across global enterprises. Meanwhile, IBM’s latest report reveals a disconnect between AI ambitions and sustainability goals, even as retail investors benefit from AI-driven insights previously available only to institutional players.

Dive in with us as we show you the week’s hand-picked and most important AI investment news, exploring the strategic decisions that are set to reshape technology, industry, society, and the broader Artificial Intelligence landscape.


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