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January 9, 2026
OpenAI and SoftBank announce $1 billion investment in SB Energy as part of massive AI buildout
OpenAI and SoftBank agreed to invest $1 billion into a SoftBank-backed energy provider as the companies prepare for a massive buildout of AI data centers.
TL;DR
- OpenAI and SoftBank are investing $1 billion in SB Energy.
- The investment supports OpenAI's AI infrastructure buildout.
- SB Energy will build and operate OpenAI's 1.2 gigawatt data center in Milam County, Texas.
- The partnership is part of the $500 billion Stargate commitment.
- A new model for data center builds will be developed, combining OpenAI's design with SB Energy's expertise.
- SB Energy is backed by SoftBank and Ares Management and develops, owns, and operates energy projects.
- OpenAI has secured over $1.4 trillion in infrastructure deals recently.
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