The Stargate Initiative is a massive artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure project announced by former U.S. President Donald Trump on January 21, 2025. The initiative aims to position the United States as a global leader in AI technology by investing up to $500 billion over the next four years.
Here are some key points about the Stargate Initiative:
- Purpose: To build and develop AI infrastructure across the U.S., creating thousands of new jobs and enhancing national security.
- Initial Investment: $100 billion has been allocated immediately, with plans to scale up to $500 billion.
- Partners: The project is a collaboration between OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle, and MGX. Key technology partners include Arm, Microsoft, and NVIDIA1.
- First Facility: The first data center is being constructed in Abilene, Texas, with plans to expand to multiple locations across the country.
- Goals: To support the re-industrialization of the U.S., develop transformative AI technologies, and improve sectors like healthcare.
The initiative has been compared to the Manhattan Project due to its scale and ambition. It aims to secure American leadership in AI and generate significant economic benefits