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#pif-investment-rumors

Saudi Arabia's Crypto Market Projected to Reach $47.8 Billion by 2034

Saudi Arabia's cryptocurrency market is expected to grow from $24.9 billion in 2025 to $47.8 billion by 2034, driven by youth interest and institutional backing.

World news

Saudi Arabia abandons plans to host 2035 Rugby World Cup amid funding cutback

What does PIF's change in approach mean for Newcastle?

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is reassessing its sports investments amid economic challenges, but remains committed to Newcastle United.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

Saudi Arabia's Crypto Market Projected to Reach $47.8 Billion by 2034

Saudi Arabia's cryptocurrency market is expected to grow from $24.9 billion in 2025 to $47.8 billion by 2034, driven by youth interest and institutional backing.

World news

Saudi Arabia abandons plans to host 2035 Rugby World Cup amid funding cutback

more#saudi-arabia

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Turkiye woos investors amid Iran war fallout in Gulf economies

Istanbul is being promoted as a financial hub amid regional instability caused by the Iran war, presenting opportunities for foreign investment.

#liv-golf

Austin

LIV Golf is still going, but its days seem numbered and probably always were

Fundraising

fromLos Angeles Times

Is the end near for LIV Golf? Saudi funding commitment only through 2026, LIV CEO says

LIV Golf has reportedly lost $1 billion from 2022 to 2024 and lacks funding commitments beyond this year.

LIV and let die: golf rebels count cost of Saudi cutbacks and other sports fear worst | Matt Hughes

LIV Golf's financial support from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is in jeopardy, causing widespread concern across various sports industries.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Liverpool FC

Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Tour Reportedly Holding Emergency Meeting' Amid Social Media Chatter That It's About to Shut Down

Austin

LIV Golf is still going, but its days seem numbered and probably always were

Fundraising

fromLos Angeles Times

Is the end near for LIV Golf? Saudi funding commitment only through 2026, LIV CEO says

LIV Golf has reportedly lost $1 billion from 2022 to 2024 and lacks funding commitments beyond this year.

LIV and let die: golf rebels count cost of Saudi cutbacks and other sports fear worst | Matt Hughes

LIV Golf's financial support from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund is in jeopardy, causing widespread concern across various sports industries.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Liverpool FC

Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Tour Reportedly Holding Emergency Meeting' Amid Social Media Chatter That It's About to Shut Down

Retirement

Buy This ETF Before the Empty Oil Tankers Reach U.S. Shores

Oil Will Stay Higher Regardless of Iran Outcome: 5 High-Yield Dividend Energy Buys

Oil prices may stay high due to structural supply issues and geopolitical factors, regardless of the Iran conflict's outcome.

Retirement

Buy This ETF Before the Empty Oil Tankers Reach U.S. Shores

Oil Will Stay Higher Regardless of Iran Outcome: 5 High-Yield Dividend Energy Buys

Oil prices may stay high due to structural supply issues and geopolitical factors, regardless of the Iran conflict's outcome.

more#oil-prices

Chelsea

Chelsea co-owner Eghbali admits transfer policy is flawed: 'You learn from mistakes'

Chelsea will focus on signing proven players rather than just young talent this summer.

Bayern Munich

fromCF Bayern Insider

Chelsea & Newcastle could beat Brighton to Said El Mala transfer

Brighton leads in the pursuit of Said El Mala but must meet FC Köln's €50m valuation to secure the transfer.

#newcastle-united

Soccer (FIFA)

Newcastle United set to beat Brighton at their own transfer game for second time this summer: report

Soccer (FIFA)

Newcastle United star 'in talks' with Champions League favourites as clubs yet to agree transfer fee

English Premier League

Newcastle brace themselves as European giants circle over St. James' Park - Soccer News

Newcastle make move for Yan Diomande as Anthony Gordon exit plans emerge

Newcastle United aims to sign Yan Diomande amid potential departure of Anthony Gordon.

UEFA rules block Newcastle United from making PIF transfer deals

Newcastle United struggles to sell players to Saudi clubs due to UEFA rules limiting profit from associated-party transactions.

Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle to bring Mourinho back to Premier League?

Newcastle United may replace Eddie Howe with Jose Mourinho, while Liverpool leads in signing Marcos Senesi on a free transfer this summer.

Newcastle United set to beat Brighton at their own transfer game for second time this summer: report

Newcastle United aims to sign German talent Said El Mala, competing with Brighton for his transfer amid a strategic recruitment shift.

Newcastle United star 'in talks' with Champions League favourites as clubs yet to agree transfer fee

Newcastle United faces potential player departures, including Anthony Gordon, amid financial pressures and inconsistent performance this season.

Newcastle brace themselves as European giants circle over St. James' Park - Soccer News

Newcastle faces a crisis in the 2025/26 season, currently sitting 14th and under pressure, with speculation about player departures and management changes.

Newcastle make move for Yan Diomande as Anthony Gordon exit plans emerge

Newcastle United aims to sign Yan Diomande amid potential departure of Anthony Gordon.

UEFA rules block Newcastle United from making PIF transfer deals

Newcastle United struggles to sell players to Saudi clubs due to UEFA rules limiting profit from associated-party transactions.

Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle to bring Mourinho back to Premier League?

Newcastle United may replace Eddie Howe with Jose Mourinho, while Liverpool leads in signing Marcos Senesi on a free transfer this summer.

more#newcastle-united

London startup

fromWIRED

The UK Launches Its $675 Million Sovereign AI Fund

The UK government launched a $675 million venture fund, Sovereign AI, to invest in domestic AI startups and reduce reliance on foreign technology.

124m spent but Newcastle no closer to striker solution

Jean-Philippe Mateta's late double secured a 2-1 win for Crystal Palace, contrasting with Yoane Wissa's ineffective cameo for Newcastle.

3 Energy Stocks For Steady Passive Income

Energy prices above $100 per barrel support cash generation for dividends in major oil companies.

#rory-mcilroy

Wearables

Inside McIlroy's financial empire: 'It's a mathematical certainty that Rory will be a billionaire'

Wearables

Inside McIroy's financial empire: 'It's a mathematical certainty that Rory will be a billionaire'

Wearables

Inside McIlroy's financial empire: 'It's a mathematical certainty that Rory will be a billionaire'

Wearables

Inside McIroy's financial empire: 'It's a mathematical certainty that Rory will be a billionaire'

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UK news

Middle East tensions drive investors back to cash as markets lose new entrants - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Geopolitical uncertainty is causing UK savers to retreat into cash, risking long-term investment gains.

Manchester City

Man City set for high-profile exit as European giants & Saudi clubs battle for star

Bernardo Silva's contract expiration has attracted interest from several top clubs, signaling a potential career transition for the midfielder.

Saudi Public Investment fund sells majority stake in Al Hilal

Saudi Public Investment Fund sold 70% of Al Hilal to Kingdom Holding Company for 1.4 billion riyals.

Traders placed over $1bn in perfectly timed bets on the Iran war. What is going on?

Significant bets on geopolitical events have raised concerns about insider trading and regulatory enforcement in online betting markets.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Why Warren Buffett's cash pile and Michael Burry's AI doubts make sense in this market

Buffett's cash reserves are strategic for future market opportunities amid economic turmoil and overvaluation.

Newcastle United transfer target will leave Premier League club this summer: report

Jan Paul van Hecke is likely to leave Brighton as he enters the final year of his contract and seeks a new challenge.

#elliot-anderson

Manchester United

Why Man United remain "seriously in the race" for potential 120m transfer

Manchester City

"I'm thinking about..." - Man United, Chelsea & Arsenal target responds to transfer talk

fromUnited In Focus

Manchester United

Elliot Anderson responds to Man Utd transfer links, his answer paints a clear timeline for Ineos

Manchester United

Why Man United remain "seriously in the race" for potential 120m transfer

Manchester United remains in the race to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson amid interest from Manchester City.

Manchester City

"I'm thinking about..." - Man United, Chelsea & Arsenal target responds to transfer talk

Elliot Anderson is focused on the 2026 World Cup despite transfer rumors linking him to several top clubs.

Manchester United

fromUnited In Focus

Elliot Anderson responds to Man Utd transfer links, his answer paints a clear timeline for Ineos

Elliot Anderson is a top transfer target for Manchester United and Manchester City, expected to cost over £75 million.

more#elliot-anderson

Saudi sources optimistic over Liverpool raid despite initial approach being rejected

Saudi sources are optimistic about Liverpool director Richard Hughes eventually joining Al Hilal despite initial rejection.

Media industry

fromJezebel

Paramount has $24 billion in Middle East sovereign wealth funds for WBD purchase

Paramount is financing its purchase of Warner Bros. Discovery with nearly $24 billion from Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds.

American investor agrees to buy Exeter Chiefs with plans to inject fresh funding

Exeter Chiefs are set to be sold to an American backer, pending member approval, to secure significant funding for the club's future.

BP signals trading windfall as oil volatility surges on Middle East tensions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

BP anticipates exceptional performance in oil trading due to heightened market volatility, despite challenges in upstream production and rising net debt.

"Not a great look..." - Liverpool & Arsenal target left out of squad as transfer talk intensifies

Anthony Gordon's absence from the matchday squad raises transfer speculation amid reported interest from Liverpool and Arsenal due to a slight hip injury.

UK politics

BBC accused of making propaganda' films for Saudi sovereign wealth fund

The BBC faces criticism for producing content funded by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, raising concerns about its reputation and integrity.

Howe's future & likely sales - why Newcastle face key summer

Eddie Howe has transformed Newcastle United, winning a major trophy but faces pressure for future performance improvements after a disappointing season.

English Premier League

Im 100% committed to the job - Howe not worried about Newcastle future - Soccer News

Soccer (FIFA)

I don't have a stance on his future... Newcastle CEO increases speculation around Howe's position at Newcastle

fromGeordie Boot Boys

Soccer (FIFA)

Newcastle United's next move really will define their ambition

fromGiveMeSport

Newcastle: PIF's Stance on Sacking Eddie Howe Emerges as Future Talks Planned

Eddie Howe's future as Newcastle United manager is under scrutiny after recent losses, but he retains support from the club and players.

Howe faces Newcastle crisis with chaotic campaign derailing out of control

Eddie Howe faces scrutiny after Newcastle's recent performance, with pressure to improve results and possibly work with a new first-team coach.

Howe's future & likely sales - why Newcastle face key summer

Eddie Howe has transformed Newcastle United, winning a major trophy but faces pressure for future performance improvements after a disappointing season.

Im 100% committed to the job - Howe not worried about Newcastle future - Soccer News

Eddie Howe remains committed to Newcastle United despite recent poor performance and speculation about his future.

I don't have a stance on his future... Newcastle CEO increases speculation around Howe's position at Newcastle

Eddie Howe's future at Newcastle is uncertain, with the CEO stating no immediate changes are planned despite recent poor performances.

fromGeordie Boot Boys

Newcastle United's next move really will define their ambition

Eddie Howe is expected to receive support for recruitment, but actions must match promises for Newcastle's transformation to be credible.

fromGiveMeSport

Newcastle: PIF's Stance on Sacking Eddie Howe Emerges as Future Talks Planned

Eddie Howe's future as Newcastle United manager is under scrutiny after recent losses, but he retains support from the club and players.

Howe faces Newcastle crisis with chaotic campaign derailing out of control

Eddie Howe faces scrutiny after Newcastle's recent performance, with pressure to improve results and possibly work with a new first-team coach.

more#eddie-howe

#liverpool

Liverpool looking to sign Anthony Gordon

Liverpool is interested in signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United, who may cost around 80 million.

Ornstein issues seismic update on Arne Slot and the plans of Liverpool owners FSG

Liverpool's 2025/26 season has been disappointing, but management remains committed to coach Arne Slot despite potential Champions League absence.

Slot's Isak gamble backfires as Liverpool trophy hopes end

Liverpool's season hinges on qualifying for the Champions League, with no silverware and 17 defeats indicating a regression in performance.

Liverpool looking to sign Anthony Gordon

Liverpool is interested in signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United, who may cost around 80 million.

Ornstein issues seismic update on Arne Slot and the plans of Liverpool owners FSG

Liverpool's 2025/26 season has been disappointing, but management remains committed to coach Arne Slot despite potential Champions League absence.

Slot's Isak gamble backfires as Liverpool trophy hopes end

Liverpool's season hinges on qualifying for the Champions League, with no silverware and 17 defeats indicating a regression in performance.

more#liverpool

Ultra-wealthy line up major portfolio shifts as Iran shock drives global reset - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"This is a system shock," says Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group. "You have a material energy supply disruption and a structural shift toward fragmentation."

World news

Chelsea

200m bid prepared: Chelsea braced for stunning Saudi transfer pursuit of star player

Chelsea may receive bids up to 200m for Enzo Fernandez this summer amid interest from Al Ittihad and Paris Saint-Germain.

Record number of investors buy gold on Iran war price crash - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"Private investors have seized on gold's price drop. Gold's sudden retreat has given buyers the chance to reset the clock back before January's historic price spike."

Business

fromFortune

Why American billionaires are abandoning Wall Street for English soccer clubs | Fortune

Eight of the ten clubs in the top half of the Premier League table are owned by Americans. In the Championship, four of the eight clubs battling for promotion are U.S.-owned, including the Ryan Reynolds-Rob McElhenney Wrexham project.

English Premier League

#mohamed-salah

Saudi clubs ready to vie for Mohamed Salah's signature as frenzy of speculation begins

Mohamed Salah is confirmed to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, with strong interest from Saudi Arabia for his next destination.

Liverpool FC

Saudi Arabia unsettle Liverpool with triple transfer target swoop: report

Saudi clubs ready to vie for Mohamed Salah's signature as frenzy of speculation begins

Mohamed Salah is confirmed to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, with strong interest from Saudi Arabia for his next destination.

Saudi Arabia unsettle Liverpool with triple transfer target swoop: report

Mohamed Salah plans to leave Liverpool for the Saudi Pro League, with potential departures of key executives Richard Hughes and Michael Edwards.

more#mohamed-salah

Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham linked with Jeremy Monga

Jeremy Monga is attracting interest from top clubs as he approaches the end of his contract with Leicester City.

AC Milan

fromSempreMilan

Finance expert says PIF has 'never come close' to buying Milan: "So many hoaxes"

PIF never came close to acquiring AC Milan, and no concrete negotiations occurred in recent years despite persistent rumors from the Middle East.

Business intelligence

fromBusiness Matters

Frasers Group builds 6% stake in struggling Puma

Frasers Group acquired a 5.77% stake in Puma, becoming the second-largest shareholder and signaling strategic investment in the struggling German sportswear brand.

Fundraising

fromBusiness Insider

KKR's $1.4 billion sports bet started with a decade-old relationship

KKR acquired Arctos Partners for $1.4 billion, building on a decade-long relationship with founder Ian Charles that began through a 2016 secondaries collaboration.

#saudi-arabia-technology-investment

fromThe i Paper

4 weeks ago

Eddie Howe is in peril at Newcastle as PIF's grand project stalls

Bryan Brobbey's performance secured a last-minute win for Sunderland, leaving Newcastle's Eddie Howe in a precarious position after a disappointing defeat.

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $100B tech fund to diversify beyond oil revenues - Silicon Canals

Venture

Saudi Arabia launches $100B tech fund to accelerate post-oil economic transformation - Silicon Canals

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $100B tech fund to diversify beyond oil revenues - Silicon Canals

more#saudi-arabia-technology-investment

Venture

Saudi Arabia launches $100B tech fund to accelerate post-oil economic transformation - Silicon Canals

Chelsea

fromFootballLeagueWorld

Mike Ashley has 'deep pockets' - Carlton Palmer reacts to Sheffield Wednesday takeover update

Mike Ashley is preparing to increase his £20 million offer to acquire Sheffield Wednesday after the club's relegation confirmation, positioning himself as a potential buyer alongside other interested parties.

Not for sale: Newcastle United issue warning to rivals over interest in key player

Newcastle United will not sell Lewis Hall despite interest from Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, valuing him at 65-70 million.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

#ai-infrastructure-investment

Saudi target two key Liverpool figures ahead of expected summer upheaval

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $40B fund to become the Middle East's AI infrastructure hub - Silicon Canals

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $100 billion AI infrastructure fund to rival US and China - Silicon Canals

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia commits $100 billion to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $40B fund to become the Middle East's AI infrastructure hub - Silicon Canals

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia launches $100 billion AI infrastructure fund to rival US and China - Silicon Canals

more#ai-infrastructure-investment

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia commits $100 billion to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

fromGiveMeSport

4 weeks ago

Newcastle Plotting 40m Bid to Sign South American 'Diamond' Ahead of Liverpool

Newcastle plans a £40m bid for Palmeiras midfielder Allan, competing with Liverpool for his signature in the upcoming transfer window.

Artificial intelligence

Saudi Arabia commits $40B to AI infrastructure in bid to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

Saudi Arabia commits $40 billion to AI infrastructure with US partners, establishing data centers and semiconductor supply chains to diversify from oil dependency.

fromwww.dw.com

2 months ago

Saudi Arabia reshapes Vision 2030 around new priorities

Saudi Arabia is refocusing Vision 2030 away from large-scale giga-project construction toward technology, tourism, manufacturing, logistics, and energy over the next five years.

Saudi Arabia launches $40B tech fund as Gulf states race to diversify beyond oil - Silicon Canals

Saudi Arabia just made its most aggressive move yet in that generational project. The kingdom announced a new $40 billion technology investment fund, developed in partnership with American venture capital heavyweight Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), aimed at positioning Saudi Arabia as a global hub for artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, and advanced computing.

Venture

Saudi clubs have a new strategy: buy up France's best young footballers

Saudi Pro League targets young French talent under 21 to sustain interest, as French clubs face financial crisis from collapsing broadcast revenues and rely on player sales for survival.

2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo goes on strike and refuses to play for Al-Nassr as PIF row intensifies

Cristiano Ronaldo refused to play for Al-Nassr against Al-Riyadh, citing perceived preferential treatment of other PIF-owned clubs and a lack of investment.