Sovereign wealth funds have reached an unprecedented milestone, amassing $15 trillion in assets globally. This surge is particularly evident in their substantial investments in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, highlighting a strategic shift towards technology-driven sectors. According to the official information, these funds are increasingly recognizing the potential of tech innovations to drive future growth.
Investment Overview
In 2025, these funds collectively invested $66 billion in AI and digital infrastructure, with the Middle East emerging as a frontrunner in this investment wave. The Mubadala Investment Company, based in Abu Dhabi, led the charge with a remarkable $129 billion investment in technology, setting a new benchmark for sovereign wealth fund contributions to the sector.
Significant Contributions from Gulf Funds
Following Mubadala, the Kuwait Investment Authority and the Qatar Investment Authority made significant investments of $6 billion and $4 billion, respectively.
- Kuwait Investment Authority: $6 billion
- Qatar Investment Authority: $4 billion
Together, these three funds accounted for over a third of all digital investments made by state-backed funds in 2025, underscoring their pivotal role in shaping the future of technology.
Record Investments by Gulf Sovereign Wealth Funds
Additionally, the top seven Gulf sovereign wealth funds collectively invested $126 billion in global deals, marking the highest percentage of total capital deployments ever recorded for sovereign wealth funds. This trend reflects a growing confidence in the potential of digital and technological advancements to drive economic growth and diversification in the region.
The financial landscape for billionaires has recently revealed stark contrasts, with some experiencing significant gains while others face steep losses. This volatility in wealth accumulation is highlighted in the report on billionaire fortunes in 2023, which you can read here.
