Saudi Aramco acquires a 49% stake in AI startup Humain, contributing ~$2.6B in cash in 2026 plus AI, compute, and digital assets; Saudi Arabia's PIF retains 51% (Dean Takahashi/GamesBeat)

Saudi Aramco has acquired a 49% stake in the AI startup Humain, according to Dean Takahashi/GamesBeat. The acquisition includes approximately $2.6 billion in cash to be contributed in 2026, along with digital assets, compute, and AI. Saudi Arabia’s PIF will retain a 51% stake in the company.

Separately, the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned the targeting of the Al Mayeda, a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier owned by the Qatar Gas Transport Company. The vessel was struck in the Arabian Gulf, according to Middle East Eye, Saudi Gazette, and Ajel English.

The Saudi foreign ministry expressed solidarity with the State of Qatar and called on the international community to take urgent action to enforce international law and ensure the safety of international trade and maritime navigation. Middle East Eye reports the strike occurred earlier today.

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