The Stargate project, a collaboration between OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle to bolster US AI infrastructure, is now focusing on constructing a smaller data centre by the end of the year. This revised objective follows the initial plan to invest billions in large-scale AI data centres. The likely location for this initial facility is Ohio.
The Stargate project was launched with the intention of creating numerous jobs and establishing advanced data centres across the United States. However, disagreements between SoftBank and OpenAI regarding key aspects of the partnership, including data centre locations, have led to a change in strategy. Despite scaling back initial ambitions, both companies affirm their commitment to advancing AI infrastructure projects.
While the Stargate project faces adjustments, OpenAI is independently pursuing data centre deals, including a significant agreement with Oracle. This collaboration involves Oracle providing substantial data centre capacity to enhance OpenAI's AI training capabilities.
