On August 27, according to Bitcoin.com, UAE-based investment companies Hodler Investments and Gewan Holding announced plans to launch a $500 million Digital Energy Infrastructure (DEI) fund. The fund aims to invest in energy infrastructure projects that support the growth of the digital economy, including power generation, data mining, blockchain, decentralized physical infrastructure, and artificial intelligence. It will also support startups and software development related to these areas. According to a statement, the fund has so far received soft commitments from major investors, in-kind contributions, and offtake partners to seek energy and connectivity for artificial intelligence (AI) and digital asset mining operations.