OpenAI与甲骨文新建数据中心,预计2026年初动工

Group 1 - OpenAI, Oracle, and related digital companies announced the construction of a large-scale data center park in Saline, Michigan, with a computing capacity exceeding 1 gigawatt (GW) [1][3] - This project is the first specific initiative disclosed under the "Gateway to the Stars" plan, marking the official launch of this ambitious infrastructure project [3] - The overall capacity target for the "Gateway to the Stars" plan is 4.5 GW, with additional planned sites across the U.S. bringing the total capacity to over 8 GW [3] Group 2 - Industry estimates suggest that achieving this ambitious blueprint may require investments exceeding $450 billion over the next three years [3] - The investment for the Michigan project is described as "several billion dollars," but industry standards indicate that a 1 GW computing infrastructure typically costs around $50 billion [3] - The project is expected to begin construction in early 2026 and will create over 2,500 union construction jobs [3] Group 3 - OpenAI's recent corporate restructuring is seen as a crucial step in preparing for a potential IPO valued at up to $1 trillion, which is necessary to meet the substantial funding requirements [3] - The project aims to position Michigan as a key part of building the next generation of AI infrastructure in the U.S. [3]