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SoftBank Group Corp. (TYO:9984) and OpenAI have each pledged $19 billion to Stargate, a groundbreaking technology initiative focused on AI data centers, The Information reports. OpenAI and SoftBank will each hold a 40% stake in the project, which OpenAI CEO Sam Altman described as an extension of their operations.
The $500 billion Stargate venture, announced by former President Donald Trump, includes tech giants Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT), NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA), and others. The initiative plans an initial $100 billion deployment, with additional funding allocated over four years.
Details about Stargate remain limited, but it aims to revolutionize data processing, connectivity, and cloud computing with advanced AI-driven systems at an unparalleled scale. This collaboration represents one of the largest investments in emerging technology this year, highlighting the growing synergy between AI pioneers and major venture capital investors.
By positioning itself at the forefront of AI innovation, Stargate has the potential to set new standards for partnerships in the tech industry, driving future advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing solutions.
