Oracle and OpenAI Expand Stargate Data Center Project in the U.S.
Jul 22, 2025
Oracle and OpenAI have announced plans to develop an additional 4.5 gigawatts of data center capacity in the United States. This expansion is part of the Stargate venture, which also involves Softbank and aims to significantly increase AI infrastructure.
The Stargate project has pledged to invest up to $500 billion in AI-focused data centers across the country. While parts of the first Stargate data center in Texas are already operational, reports indicate the overall project has experienced some delays since its initial launch earlier this year.
The expansion is expected to support AI growth and could create more than 100,000 jobs through construction and data center operations.
What is the Stargate project?
Stargate is a joint venture between OpenAI, Oracle, and Softbank aimed at building large-scale data centers in the U.S. to expand AI infrastructure.
How much new data center capacity is being added?
Oracle and OpenAI plan to add 4.5 gigawatts of data center capacity as part of the Stargate project.
Will this project create jobs?
Yes, the expansion is expected to create more than 100,000 jobs related to construction and data center operations.
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Oracle, OpenAI to add 4.5 gigawatts data center capacity for Stargate venture
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Cloud firm Oracle and OpenAI plan to develop 4.5 gigawatts of additional data center capacity, the ChatGPT developer said on Tuesday.
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Oracle and OpenAI will develop an additional 4.5 gigawatts of Stargate data center capacity in the U.S. Stargate is a joint venture between OpenAI, Oracle and Softbank that aims to invest up to $500 billion in AI infrastructure in the U.S.
OpenAI To Partner With Oracle On 4.5 Gigawatt Stargate Data Center Expansion
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OpenAI and Oracle to Expand US Data Center Capacity
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