Mexico Rises in AI as Nvidia Fuels Global Race

In Mexico, CloudHQ announced a US$4.8 billion data center campus in Queretaro to anchor AI-driven services, while policymakers push for a national AI framework and a third of professionals already rely on AI tools daily to enhance productivity. Globally, Nvidia is doubling down on the AI race, with a US$5 billion stake in Intel and a potential US$100 billion commitment to OpenAI, underscoring the massive capital flows shaping the sector.

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Mexico

CloudHQ Invests US$4.8 Billion in Queretaro’s Data Center Campus

CloudHQ, one of the world’s largest data center developers, announced a landmark US$4.8 billion investment in Queretaro to build a mega campus comprising six critical computing and cloud storage facilities designed to support AI services. The project is expected to generate 7,200 jobs in construction, with 900 being permanent highly qualified positions once operational.

Deputy Calls on CONCAMIN to Shape Mexico’s AI Framework

Deputy Eruviel Ávila invited the Confederation of Industrial Chambers (CONCAMIN) to collaborate on a regulatory framework for AI in Mexico, aiming to establish rules that guide technology’s development and application without inhibiting innovation. 

A Third of Mexican Professionals Use AI Tools Daily, Report Finds

AI is reshaping career development in Mexico and beyond, as adoption among professionals rises even while employers hesitate to formalize AI skills in job descriptions. According to Michael Page’s Talent Trends 2025 report, 37% of professionals in Mexico already use tools such as ChatGPT, Midjourney, or Microsoft Copilot in their daily work. Two-thirds report higher productivity and improved quality of work as a result.

International

Nvidia Invests US$5 Billion in Intel to Boost AI Chip Development

Nvidia has announced a US$5 billion investment in Intel, acquiring an approximate 4% stake in the corporation. This transaction follows a significant capital injection from the US government and is intended to enhance Intel’s position in the AI and high-performance computing sectors.

Nvidia to Invest Up to US$100 Billion in OpenAI

California-based Nvidia plans to invest up to US$100 billion in AI startup OpenAI under a new strategic agreement, the companies announced Monday. The alliance comes as competition intensifies among tech giants and startups to secure the energy and chips needed to drive AI growth.

Workday, Microsoft Partner to Secure AI Agent Management

Workday announced a collaboration with Microsoft to enable organizations to securely manage AI agents alongside their human workforce. The partnership allows customers using Microsoft Azure AI Foundry and Copilot Studio to register and manage AI agents within Workday’s Agent System of Record (ASOR), ensuring verified identities and proper business context.