Google is in talks with Saudi state oil giant Saudi Aramco about jointly building a technology hub in Saudi Arabia, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
The two companies are exploring building data centers around the kingdom, according to the report, which cites people familiar with the talks. The Journal said it is unclear who would operate the centers or what data would be stored there.
Alphabet CEO Larry Page has been involved in the talks, which have been going on for months and are being pushed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
An agreement has still not been f...
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