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A new project, Stargate, involving Oracle, OpenAI, and Softbank, plans to invest $100 billion in U.S. AI infrastructure, expanding to $500 billion over four years. This effort includes a massive data center in Texas, aiming to bolster national security and re-industrialize America. OpenAI is also pursuing a $40 billion funding round.1

Waymo has doubled its weekly robotaxi rides to 200,000 and launched services in Austin through a collaboration with Uber. This milestone reflects growing public acceptance of autonomous vehicles, with Waymo now operating in multiple cities. The company’s self-driving system logs over 1 million miles weekly, signaling a shift in transportation.2

Stripe’s valuation has rebounded to $91.5 billion, driven by a 40% rise in payment processing volumes, totaling $1.4 trillion in 2024. The surge is attributed to demand from AI startups. This highlights the robustness of established FinTech platforms, even during volatile economic conditions, as they capitalize on market needs.2