Sources: 
Stargate UAE, a groundbreaking 10-square-mile artificial intelligence hub, is slated for launch in 2026, powered by an estimated
100,000 advanced Nvidia AI chips. Funded by Emirati state-linked tech firm G42, the project represents a significant leap in the Gulf's AI industry development.
The initiative is backed by major technology players including
Nvidia, OpenAI, Cisco, and Japan's SoftBank, collaborating to build the first phase of this ambitious $1-gigawatt project. It will utilize Nvidia's
Grace Blackwell GB300 systems, the company's most advanced AI servers, underscoring the cutting-edge nature of the facility.
U.S. officials have promoted Stargate UAE as a strategic win, aiming to steer Gulf states toward American technology and away from Chinese alternatives. However, concerns persist regarding the UAE's close ties with China, with U.S. sources noting ongoing caution about the Gulf state's reliability as a strategic partner.
"The project, which plans to use advanced Nvidia AI chips, has been promoted by Trump officials as a win in steering Gulf states toward US technology over Chinese alternatives," one source said.
The 1-gigawatt facility is expected to significantly boost the UAE's artificial intelligence capabilities, positioning the Gulf as a key player in the global tech landscape.
As the Stargate UAE project moves toward its 2026 launch, it highlights the complex geopolitical and technological dynamics shaping the region's future.
Sources: Stargate UAE, a 10-square-mile AI tech hub powered by 100,000 advanced Nvidia chips, is set to launch in 2026. Funded by Emirati firm G42 and supported by Nvidia, OpenAI, Cisco, and SoftBank, the $1-gigawatt project aims to boost the Gulf's AI industry amid US-China tech rivalry concerns.
