OpenAI Launches First European AI Data Center in Norway

OpenAI is opening its first European AI data center in Norway, boosting AI sovereignty with renewable energy and high-performance computing.
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OpenAI Launches First European AI Data Center in Norway
OpenAI to Launch First European AI Data Center in Norway OpenAI is making a major move into Europe with the launch of Stargate Norway, its first AI data center on the continent. The facility, developed in partnership with British AI cloud provider Nscale and Norwegian energy infrastructure firm Aker, marks a significant step in supporting AI sovereignty and the growing demand for compute power in Europe. The new center will give Norwegian startups, researchers, and AI-driven enterprises priority access to cutting-edge infrastructure. For businesses and governments across the continent, this development signals a critical investment in secure, sustainable AI computing. Image Credits:Manuel Romano/NurPhoto / Getty Images OpenAI Data Center in Norway: A Boost for AI Sovereignty The launch of Stargate Norway aligns with Europe’s ambitious plan to strengthen AI sovereignty. Recently, the European Union announced a multibillion-euro investment aimed at building 13 AI factories and enhancing dom…