EOG UAE announcement, Trump's Middle East, Texas Energy Fund | BDE 05.23.25

EOG just made a bold move in the UAE, locking down a massive 900,000-acre exploration deal that could change the energy game. We're breaking down how this huge partnership is shaking things up, from US energy diplomacy to Middle East investments, and what it means for the future of unconventional oil and gas. We’re talking tech transfer in the UAE, the shifting dynamics of oil prices, and how AI, data centers, and demand growth are reshaping the whole market. It’s a mix of real-world stories, big-picture insights, and a little humor to keep things interesting. This one's packed with juicy takes for anyone in or curious about the energy biz.Click here to watch a video of this episode. Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Catching up with Mark and Chuck05:37 - Guess who's back, back again06:22 - EOG's UAE Deal Analysis12:52 - Qatar’s $400M 747 Investment18:16 - Trump’s Next OPEC+ Strategy22:00 - US Energy Imports and GDP28:29 - Texas Energy Fund Overview32:55 - Rate Base vs Deregulated Energy Markets40:03 - Looking for Love in Energy43:03 - Eisenhower’s Vision for Nuclear Energy50:07 - Wrapping Uphttps://twitter.com/collide_iohttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/digitalwildcatters.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collide-digital-wildcatters