President Donald Trump has unveiled a significant artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure project, “Stargate,” in partnership with OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle. The venture aims to invest a minimum of $100 billion in computing infrastructure, with the possibility of expanding the investment to $500 billion over the next four years.
The project’s main goal is to build massive data centres that can supply the processing power required for advances in AI. Ten facilities are currently being built in Texas as part of the first phase.
“This initiative is a bold step toward securing America’s dominance in AI,” says President Trump. The venture aligns with his administration’s strategy to accelerate U.S.-based AI development and strengthen competitiveness against China.
To support the initiative, President Trump rolls back a previous executive order that imposed regulatory oversight on AI applications within the government.
Speaking on Tuesday, he pledges to remove obstacles to data center construction, stating, “We will make the process as smooth as possible.” He also hints at issuing emergency directives allowing Stargate to generate its own power, though specifics remain unclear.
During the briefing, President Trump also addresses the potential sale of TikTok, expressing support for Elon Musk as a potential buyer.
When asked about Musk’s interest in acquiring the platform, Trump responds, “I would be in favor.” He then suggests that Oracle, led by Larry Ellison, could also be a viable contender for the deal. “I have the authority to make a deal,” he adds.
Key Developments in AI Infrastructure
- OpenAI actively works on expanding large-scale data centers to support its advanced AI tools, including ChatGPT.
- The company presents an economic roadmap to U.S. officials, emphasizing the need for domestic AI infrastructure to protect national security.
- Previously, OpenAI relied on Microsoft for data center support but has since partnered with Oracle to expand its capacity.
- CEO Sam Altman engages with global investors, including stakeholders from the UAE and Asian semiconductor firms, to secure funding for AI infrastructure projects.
- U.S. policymakers express concerns over developing AI technologies abroad, prompting OpenAI to shift its focus toward expanding infrastructure within the United States.
The Stargate project strengthens America’s position as a leader in AI innovation and represents a major step forward in the AI race.
