Summary: The Trump administration has eased restrictions on exporting advanced AI chips to Saudi Arabia and the UAE, enabling them to purchase state-of-the-art processors from Nvidia and AMD. This move aims to support the countries’ efforts to build national AI capabilities and diversify their economies beyond fossil fuels. While the US seeks to maintain influence and monitor AI infrastructure, concerns remain about potential ties to China and the need for safeguards.

Link: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/us-saudi-arabia-ai-chips-whats-stake-5131236