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OpenAI Partners with NextDC to Boost Sydney's AI Potential

12/8/2025

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OpenAI has secured a partnership with NextDC as a major customer for NextDC's new 650-megawatt data center in Sydney, positioning NextDC to gain financially and attract additional tenants.
Sam Altman, OpenAI's chief executive officer, highlighted Australia's potential as a global AI leader, citing talent and productivity.
Jason Kwon, OpenAI's Chief Strategy Officer, said the partnership is only the beginning and copyright rule exemptions remain a barrier to AI innovation.

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OpenAI has secured a partnership with NextDC as a major customer for NextDC's new 650-megawatt data center in Sydney, positioning NextDC to gain financially and attract additional tenants.
Sam Altman, OpenAI's chief executive officer, highlighted Australia's potential as a global AI leader, citing talent and productivity.
Jason Kwon, OpenAI's Chief Strategy Officer, said the partnership is only the beginning and copyright rule exemptions remain a barrier to AI innovation.