The "Stargate UAE" artificial intelligence (AI) data center project is a significant collaboration aimed at establishing a state-of-the-art AI infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. This initiative is spearheaded by the UAE-based firm G42, in partnership with prominent global technology companies, including OpenAI, Oracle, Nvidia, Cisco, and Japan’s SoftBank. (reuters.com)
G42
G42, or Group 42, is a leading UAE-based AI and cloud computing company. Established in 2018, G42 specializes in AI, cloud computing, and big data analytics, serving various sectors such as healthcare, energy, and government. The company has been instrumental in advancing AI initiatives within the UAE and the broader Middle East region.
OpenAI
OpenAI is a U.S.-based AI research organization known for developing advanced AI models, including the GPT series. The partnership with G42 marks OpenAI’s first major collaboration outside the United States, reflecting its commitment to global AI development. (axios.com)
Oracle
Oracle is a multinational technology corporation specializing in database software, cloud-engineered systems, and enterprise software products. Its involvement in the Stargate UAE project underscores its role in providing robust cloud infrastructure and enterprise solutions essential for large-scale AI operations.
Nvidia
Nvidia is a leading American technology company renowned for its graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI hardware. The Stargate UAE data center will incorporate Nvidia’s advanced Grace Blackwell GB300 AI servers, featuring approximately 100,000 chips powering around 1,400 servers, to support intensive AI workloads. (reuters.com)
Cisco
Cisco Systems is a global leader in networking hardware, software, and telecommunications equipment. Its participation in the Stargate UAE project highlights its expertise in providing networking solutions crucial for the seamless operation of large-scale AI data centers.
SoftBank
SoftBank Group is a Japanese multinational conglomerate with investments in various technology sectors, including AI and telecommunications. Its involvement in the Stargate UAE project reflects its strategic interest in expanding AI infrastructure and capabilities globally.
MGX Fund Management Limited
MGX Fund Management Limited (MGX) is an Emirati state-owned investment firm established by the government of Abu Dhabi in 2024. MGX focuses on AI-driven investments and aims to manage US$100 billion in assets. In January 2025, MGX partnered with OpenAI and Oracle on the Stargate Project, contributing to the development of AI infrastructure in the UAE. (en.wikipedia.org)
The Stargate UAE project represents a collaborative effort to build one of the world’s largest AI data center complexes outside the United States, spanning 10 square miles and ultimately reaching 5 gigawatts of capacity. The first phase, known as Stargate UAE, is set to begin operations in 2026, starting with the deployment of 200 megawatts of capacity. (reuters.com)
