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OpenAI Launches Europe's First AI Data Center in Norway

8/5/2025

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OpenAI has unveiled Stargate Norway, its inaugural European AI data center, set to boast a staggering 230MW capacity and 100,000 NVIDIA GPUs by 2026. Harnessing Norway's abundant hydropower and cool climate, this facility will run on renewable energy. Collaborating with Nscale and Aker, it promises to bolster local AI innovation and accessibility across Europe.

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OpenAI has unveiled Stargate Norway, its inaugural European AI data center, set to boast a staggering 230MW capacity and 100,000 NVIDIA GPUs by 2026. Harnessing Norway's abundant hydropower and cool climate, this facility will run on renewable energy. Collaborating with Nscale and Aker, it promises to bolster local AI innovation and accessibility across Europe.