Best of the Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg

The Best of the Qatar Economic Forum, Powered by Bloomberg - bringing together some of the world's most influential thinkers, policy makers and business leaders to discuss how the global economy is transforming amid the changing geopolitical landscape, as Gulf nations emerge as key centers of financial power and opportunity. This special Bloomberg program highlights biggest interviews and news makers from the fifth edition of the annual forum that took place on May 20, 2025 in Doha. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Tesla Robotaxi Set to Start Offering Rides on Sunday

Tesla's robotaxi service is set to officially hit the road this Sunday in Austin, Texas after years of preparation. A lot is riding on this plan for Elon Musk. It will be a slow rollout with 10 to 20 vehicles out in a small testing area. Bloomberg's Craig Trudell reports. (Source: Bloomberg)