Emirates is buying 65 new Boeing 777-9 airplanes for $38 billion, all powered by GE engines. This order strengthens Emirates’ long partnership with Boeing and GE and makes the airline their biggest customer. The investment will help support thousands of American manufacturing jobs and contribute to Boeing’s plans to develop a larger version of the 777 in the future.

Mubadala led a $1.4 billion funding round for US data centre start-up Crusoe, tripling its valuation to over $10 billion. Crusoe, which is building OpenAI’s first major US data centre, has raised $3.9 billion to date and is developing over 45 GW of AI infrastructure capacity across the US. The investment underscores growing global demand for AI compute infrastructure and the surge of private capital into the sector.

Abu Dhabi–based MGX joined a consortium with BlackRock’s Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and xAI to acquire Aligned Data Centers for $40 billion from Macquarie Asset Management. Aligned operates more than 50 data campuses across North and South America with 5 GW of capacity. The deal, the first major investment under the Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Partnership, represents the largest global data center acquisition to date and aims to accelerate the build-out of AI infrastructure worldwide.

MGX, along with Oracle and Silver Lake, will be the main investor in TikTok's US business. These three entities will control roughly 45% of TikTok USA. The TikTok deal safeguards American user data and address bipartisan security concerns.

MGX has co-invested with US private equity firm Silver Lake to acquire a majority stake in Intel’s Altera business, a leading California-based programmable chip division. The deal strengthens UAE’s role in the global semiconductor value chain, ties Emirati capital to US innovation, and supports Intel’s strategy to focus on core businesses while retaining a 49% share in Altera.

MGX has joined as a partner in a newly launched AI infrastructure fund with a major US and global focus. Though the financial terms are undisclosed, the fund is expected to accelerate large-scale investment in data center infrastructure. UAE capital via MGX will help expand US compute capacity, strengthen AI leadership and support high-tech job creation across sectors like cloud infrastructure, engineering and energy.

The Aqua1 Foundation invested $100 million to World Liberty Financial, Inc., acquiring governance tokens in support of its blockchain-based digital asset platform. The Delaware-based startup is leveraging the UAE-backed investment to build crypto infrastructure. While token funding is indirect, it may spur platform development and hiring in the US crypto sector.

From 2017 to 2024, GlobalFoundries invested more than $13 billion to strengthen its manufacturing operations in New York and Vermont. In June 2025, the company announced an additional $3 billion plan to further expand and modernize its US facilities.

e&Carrier & Wholesale Services launched its US operations with a new Miami-based subsidiary, e&Wholesale Americas. The expansion aims to serve US and Latin American clients—including hyperscalers and AI firms—with AI-driven connectivity services. The new regional hub will create tech, engineering and support jobs while strengthening digital infrastructure across the Americas.

Hotpack is investing $100 million to establish its first North American manufacturing hub in Edison, New Jersey. The 70,000 square foot facility will produce custom plastic and paper packaging products, simplifying logistics for US clients. The project is expected to create 200 jobs over five years, boosting regional advanced manufacturing.

XRG committed $60 billion to scale US oil and unconventional energy production through equity stakes and joint ventures with ExxonMobil, Occidental Petroleum, and EOG Resources. The investment strengthens US energy resilience and sustains high-paying jobs across drilling, services, and logistics hubs in Texas and other oil-producing states.

Mubadala committed $10 billion to acquire a stake in California-based TWG Global, expanding into US sports and entertainment. This investment supports high-profile franchises like the Dodgers and Lakers and is expected to generate jobs across sports media, venue operations and team development. It is part of a broader $100B US strategy.

PureHealth and SEHA are collaborating with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital to advance pediatric care through joint clinical training and research. The initiative will enhance medical training jobs in the US and support the US-based physicians and healthcare educators in Ohio.

Mubadala Capital acquired a 68% stake in New York–based Fortress Investment Group for $3B and launched a $1B co-credit platform to expand private lending, asset-backed finance and real estate capital deployment. This investment supports US private credit growth, enhances Fortress’s operational capacity and sustains finance sector jobs nationwide.

ADNOC is pursuing a $9B acquisition of Aethon Energy’s unconventional shale gas and midstream assets in Louisiana and East Texas. This strategic move would deepen UAE participation in North American energy infrastructure and help sustain or grow regional employment tied to gas production and pipeline operations.

Mubadala Energy acquired a 24.1% stake in SoTex HoldCo LLC, gaining access to shale gas production in Texas and LNG export infrastructure in Louisiana. The deal marks Mubadala’s first upstream US investment and aligns with its global gas growth strategy. It is expected to support thousands of jobs across drilling, operations and LNG development.

M42 partnered with SOPHiA GENETICS to integrate advanced AI-powered oncology tools into its health platform. The collaboration supports US-based genomic research by enabling data science and analyst roles across SOPHiA GENETICS’ US locations.

Mubadala Investment Company and CalSTRS committed $215 million in new capital to 3650 Capital, a Miami-based commercial real estate lender and servicer. The funding will be deployed across 3650’s US lending strategies to support long-term and value-add financing projects nationwide. The investment highlights Mubadala’s continued expansion into US real estate credit markets alongside major institutional partners.

ADQ acquired a 50% stake in Orion Resource Partners' Terra-Gen renewables portfolio, spanning 3.8 GW of clean energy and battery storage projects across California, Texas and New York. The investment supports US critical minerals and energy infrastructure and is expected to create 500 construction and 100 long-term operations jobs.

ADQ partnered with Energy Capital Partners LLC to launch a $25 billion US-based platform to expand power generation capacity for AI data centers and advanced manufacturing. This initiative is expected to create 2,500 construction jobs and 150 permanent operations roles, supporting America’s energy resilience and digital infrastructure growth.

Emirates Global Aluminium invested $4 billion to build an aluminum smelter in Oklahoma—the first greenfield facility of its kind in the US in 45 years. The project will significantly boost domestic aluminum production and is expected to create 1,000 direct jobs and 1,800 indirect jobs across the US.

MGX’s $2 billion investment in Binance.US supports the expansion of American crypto operations. This stake strengthens decentralized finance infrastructure and is expected to enable 50–100 new jobs in compliance and engineering roles across the US.

MGX participated in Anthropic’s $3.5B Series E round, which places the company’s valuation at $61.5B. The round is aimed at accelerating AI model development and global expansion. The funding will further support high-skilled R&D jobs at Anthropic’s San Francisco headquarters.

In January 2025, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) invested in Inari, a Massachusetts-based seed technology company, as part of a $144 million equity round. The investment strengthens Inari’s AI-driven agricultural innovation and marks another major UAE commitment to sustainable food and biotechnology sectors in the US.

In January 2025, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) invested $500 million in Alpha Generation (AlphaGen), a US power infrastructure firm owned by ArcLight Capital Partners. The deal strengthens ADIA’s position in the American energy market and supports AlphaGen’s management of over 11 gigawatts of power assets across six US states.

In January 2025, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Advent International completed a minority investment in Fisher Investments. The partnership marks Fisher Investments’ first external equity investment, designed to support long-term independence, succession planning, and sustained growth while maintaining majority control under founder Ken Fisher.

Etihad Airways placed a $14.5 billion order for 28 US-made Boeing aircrafts powered by GE Aerospace engines. This deal supports American manufacturing and is projected to sustain up to 60,000 jobs across the US aviation supply chain. Deliveries begin in 2028.

Damac Properties committed $20B in 2025 to construct AI-optimized data centers across eight US states via its subsidiary Edgnex. Targeting Texas, Arizona, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan and Indiana, the buildout will meet surging compute demand and is projected to create thousands of construction and long-term tech operations jobs.

Masdar expanded its US renewables portfolio with 50% ownership of multi-state utility-scale wind, solar and battery storage platforms—primarily in California, Texas and New York. Building on its 2024 Terra-Gen acquisition, this investment supports the UAE’s PACE agreement and 100 GW clean power goal while advancing US grid resilience and clean energy jobs.

Phoenix Group established cryptocurrency mining facilities in North Dakota and South Carolina to expand blockchain computing power and energy-efficient crypto infrastructure in the US. The investment supports 200–300 jobs across data operations, energy monitoring and site maintenance—bolstering America’s decentralized tech ecosystem.

M42 acquired 100% of Diaverum’s dialysis centers in California and Texas in a $2.4 billion deal. The move expands M42’s global kidney care platform while retaining local US medical teams and strengthening long-term clinical capacity in two high-need states.

MGX joined OpenAI, Oracle and SoftBank in a $19 billion initiative to build Stargate, a sovereign AI data center project in the US. The effort will add roughly 800 jobs, including 500 construction roles and 300 permanent IT and operations positions.

In December 2024, Mubadala Investment Company acquired a minority stake in Zelis Healthcare, a US health-tech firm that digitizes payments and claims management for payers and providers. This marks Mubadala’s largest healthcare investment to date, signaling its focus on healthcare IT and financial-tech innovation. The deal supports Zelis’s nationwide operations and enhances its platform used by hundreds of payers and millions of providers to streamline the healthcare financial experience.

Mubadala acquired a 42% stake in California-based Silver Rock Financial to expand US structured credit deployment. The deal supports Mubadala’s growth in private credit and is expected to drive operational expansion and asset management job creation in Los Angeles.

MGX backed xAI with an equity investment to fuel innovation in generative AI. The capital supports expansion of xAI’s California lab, expected to generate over 200 new AI engineering jobs while reinforcing the US lead in model development.

The Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) invested about $1 billion in Qlik, a US-based data analytics software company owned by Thoma Bravo. The deal, part of a $10 billion valuation recapitalization, strengthens ADIA’s exposure to the global software and data infrastructure sector and reflects continued UAE investment in high-growth US technology assets.

Etihad Airways has secured a 20-year naming rights deal for New York City FC’s upcoming $780 million stadium, which will be called Etihad Park. The agreement extends the UAE airline’s long-standing partnership with the MLS club and its parent, City Football Group, deepening Etihad’s brand presence in the US sports market.

Mubadala Investment Company, alongside a group of global investors led by Kinnevik AB, invested in Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a US-based biotech firm using artificial intelligence to accelerate drug discovery. The $150 million private placement supports Recursion’s research and clinical programs in AI-driven drug development, strengthening the US life sciences sector.

XRG, ADNOC’s international energy arm, completed a $14.7 billion acquisition of Covestro AG, gaining seven US production and innovation facilities across six states. The deal secures 2,600 American jobs in high-performance polymers and advanced materials, while expanding XRG’s global chemicals footprint and deepening UAE–US industrial ties.

In October 2024, MGX participated in OpenAI’s $6.6 billion funding round, acquiring a minority to advance frontier AI model development. This investment supports OpenAI’s HQ operations in California and is projected to enable 400–600 high-skill technical roles across research and engineering.

In September 2024, a unit of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Singapore’s GIC co-led an equity investment in Vantage Data Centers, a US company headquartered in Colorado. The funding supports Vantage’s Asia-Pacific expansion, including the acquisition of Yondr Group’s hyperscale data center campus in Malaysia, and strengthens its global digital infrastructure capabilities across the US and APAC regions.

ADNOC acquired a 35% equity stake in ExxonMobil’s Baytown blue hydrogen and ammonia facility in Texas. The investment supports US energy transition goals and carbon capture infrastructure. It also backs clean fuel development while supporting local jobs and community development initiatives in the Baytown region.

In June 2024, a unit of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) and Advent International agreed to acquire a minority stake in Fisher Investments, valuing the US wealth management firm at $12.75 billion. The investment strengthens ADIA’s footprint in the US financial sector and supports Fisher’s continued independent operations under founder Ken Fisher.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

ADNOC acquired an 11.7% stake in NextDecade’s Rio Grande LNG project in Texas in May of 2024. This investment expands ADNOC’s global LNG footprint, supports US LNG exports with integrated carbon capture and strengthens Texas’s energy sector by boosting local jobs, infrastructure and regional supply chains.

Emirates Global Aluminium acquired an 80% stake in Minnesota-based Spectro Alloys Corporation to expand US recycled aluminum production capacity. This deal retains 250 existing jobs and is expected to add another 50 roles, supporting America’s manufacturing sustainability and critical mineral supply chain.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

In 2024, UAE-based think tank TRENDS Research & Advisory inaugurated a new office in Washington, D.C., as part of a US tour featuring high-level dialogues on AI, innovation, and US–MENA partnership. The Washington office is intended to serve as a strategic bridge for cooperation with US think tanks, academic institutions, and policymakers.

MGX is allocating 70–80% of its capital to the US to support frontier AI startups and scale next-generation infrastructure. This initiative is designed to democratize AI and strengthen Abu Dhabi’s global investment footprint while supporting the US AI talent ecosystem and startup growth.

ATIC, the UAE-based company, acquired a 5.3% stake in Anthropic for $500 million, strengthening its position in US-based generative AI. The investment supports continued R&D and model development in San Francisco, helping sustain high-skilled US tech jobs in one of AI’s most advanced companies.

GlobalFoundries is investing over $11.6 billion to expand its Fab 8 semiconductor manufacturing campus in Malta, New York, adding a 358,000 square-foot facility that will triple chipmaking capacity and create 1,500 direct and thousands of indirect jobs. Supported by state Green CHIPS incentives and federal CHIPS Act funding, the project advances US semiconductor self-sufficiency, national security, and sustainable economic growth in New York’s Capital Region.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

In January 2024, Fero (Fero.Ai) officially established its US headquarters in Delaware, marking the company’s strategic step into the North American market. The move extended its global footprint beyond its original base and positioned Fero to better support logistics and supply chain customers in the United States.

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) is partnering with NASA to co-develop future lunar science missions and support astronaut program initiatives. This collaboration bolsters US space leadership and sustains aerospace engineering and mission planning roles across NASA’s nationwide network.

Masdar acquired a 50% stake in Terra-Gen LLC’s 3.8 GW renewables portfolio spanning California, Texas and New York. This deal supports US clean energy goals and battery storage expansion, with an estimated 500 construction jobs and 100 permanent operations roles across the three states.

Emirates placed a $52B order with Boeing in 2023 for new 777X and 787 jets to modernize and grow its long-haul fleet. This deal supports thousands of US manufacturing jobs and stimulates supply chains across Washington, Oregon and South Carolina, reinforcing the UAE’s contribution to American aerospace and export growth.

Mubadala committed $1 billion to Blue Owl Capital’s US-based private credit platform through a strategic capital partnership. The investment supports expansion of Blue Owl’s fund creation and lending operations, potentially adding asset management jobs and operational scale in New York.

In July 2023, Ryse Energy, a UAE-based renewable energy company specializing in decentralized systems, acquired Primus Wind Power, a US–based manufacturer of micro wind turbines under the “AIR” brand. This move expanded Ryse’s product lineup and bolstered its US manufacturing capability while accelerating its growth into the North American renewables market.

ADIA, in a consortium with EQT, acquired Nestlé Skin Health from Nestlé. It is now known as Galderma, the world's largest independent dermatology company.

Mubadala invested $500 million in Brightspeed in 2023, a US fiber broadband provider based in North Carolina. The investment supports the expansion of digital infrastructure across American communities and advances access to education and opportunity by accelerating broadband deployment in rural and remote regions.

The UAE committed $13B alongside the US to scale the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate). This multilateral initiative backs climate-smart farming, methane reduction, and agri-tech innovation helping boost US rural job growth, advance sustainable practices, and protect farm productivity nationwide.

PureHealth acquired a 25% stake in Tennessee-based Ardent Health Services in 2023, expanding its international footprint and collaborative care model. This partnership strengthens US-UAE healthcare collaboration, enhances access to medical services and improves care coordination in the regions where Ardent operates.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

In 2023, Dubai-based Logiswift opened its first US office in Houston, Texas, marking a meaningful step in its international expansion. The Houston branch was created to support deployment of its supply-chain orchestration platform in the US market and improve service for American clients.

In 2023, Mubadala Investment Company, alongside Stone Point Capital and other co-investors, agreed to acquire a 20% stake in Truist Insurance Holdings. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Truist is the sixth-largest insurance broker in the US, operating over 240 offices nationwide. The investment strengthens Mubadala’s presence in the financial services and insurance distribution sector, supporting Truist’s long-term growth and market leadership.

G42 committed $1 billion to build interconnected AI supercomputers with California and Texas-based Cerebras Systems. The effort will scale exaFLOP compute capacity for AI model training and bolster US semiconductor and infrastructure innovation. Cerebras is expected to expand hiring for systems integration and operations.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

In 2023, Mubadala Investment Company, Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investor, announced its acquisition of Dental Care Alliance (DCA) from Harvest Partners. DCA is one of the largest US dental support organizations, with a network of over 400 affiliated practices across 22–23 states, including major markets such as Florida, Texas, Virginia, Georgia, and Illinois.

G42 led a consortium in 2023 that acquired $400 million in secondary shares of SpaceX. This investment bolstered SpaceX’s working capital, supporting the expansion of its Starlink satellite internet constellation. The deal reinforces US aerospace leadership and sustains thousands of jobs across facilities in Texas, Florida and California.

In 2022, ACCL International opened a new office in Washington, D.C., marking a key step in its US expansion. The new location enables the company to connect directly with local customers and partners while creating opportunities to grow its business and strengthen client relationships.

Mubadala Investment Company of Abu Dhabi invested in GoodLeap, a leading US solar financing firm, to expand access to affordable clean energy solutions across the US. This 2024 equity investment directs UAE capital into the American renewable energy and fintech sectors, supporting sustainable growth in residential solar adoption.

ADQ assumed ownership of Etihad Airways in 2022 to enhance the airline’s global reach and financial performance, including its US footprint. With direct service to 10 major American cities, the airline supports thousands of jobs across airport operations, air cargo, and aerospace services—strengthening UAE–US connectivity and commercial ties.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority entered a $2 billion build-to-core joint venture with Landmark Properties to develop and operate purpose-built student housing across US university markets. This initiative builds on a prior value-add JV and supports growing demand for high-quality student housing, while reinforcing ADIA’s footprint in US real estate.

In 2023, Aerofoam USA, a brand of UAE-based Hira Industries, announced plans to establish its US headquarters and first North American facility in Abbeville County, South Carolina. The $11.5 million investment will create 50 new jobs and focus on manufacturing sustainable thermal insulation and acoustic solutions for HVAC, mechanical, and industrial applications.

Mubadala co-invested in Avalara’s $8.4B deal to acquire a minority stake in the Washington-based tax compliance software firm. This move expands Mubadala’s exposure to US enterprise SaaS and supports jobs in software engineering, customer service and operations across Avalara’s Seattle HQ and national offices.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority acquired a 10% non-controlling interest in California-based Sempra Infrastructure Partners for $1.73 billion. The deal supports expansion of US energy infrastructure while aligning with ADIA’s long-term investment in North American energy transition assets.

DAMAC Properties acquired the Surfside, Florida, site of the former Champlain Towers South for $120 million through a court-approved sale in 2022. DAMAC has since launched “The Delmore,” a luxury residential project. The investment contributes to Florida’s real estate revitalization and is expected to generate local construction employment.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

Abu Dhabi Investment Authority partnered with Rockpoint to invest $2 billion in US industrial real estate, targeting core assets in gateway and high-growth markets. The platform supports US logistics and warehousing expansion, enhancing supply chain resilience and boosting local construction and property management jobs across key industrial hubs.

Dubai-based esports organization Galaxy Racer expanded into the US with the launch of HER Galaxy, a brand focused on empowering female-identifying gamers. The company opened a new office in Los Angeles, led by Akemi Sue Fisher, to oversee the initiative. HER Galaxy will fund women’s esports teams, host tournaments, and build a more inclusive gaming community across the US.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.

In late 2021, Prime Trip Support, a UAE-based aviation services provider, opened its US headquarters in Houston, Texas, establishing a 24/7 office staffed by aviation professionals. The new facility offers services like ground handling, flight supervision, fuel coordination, permitting, and logistics support, bringing Prime closer to its American client base.

DP World’s acquisition of US-based Syncreon in 2021 represents a strategic expansion into the land-based logistics and supply chain sector, complementing its global port and terminal operations. The deal strengthens DP World’s footprint across North America and Europe, adding advanced capabilities in automotive and technology logistics, including warehousing, fulfillment, and e-commerce solutions.

ADIA joined a $30B buyout of Illinois-based Medline Industries, investing $1B alongside Blackstone, Carlyle and Hellman & Friedman. This deal preserves Medline’s 36,000 US jobs and supports long-term manufacturing and distribution of medical supplies across North America—reinforcing healthcare supply chain resilience.

This investment was extracted from a dataset provided by the UAE Ministry of Investment. This includes deals reported through fDi Markets (Financial Times), S&P Capital IQ, and other credible media sources.