**Google Commits $40 Billion to Build Three Data Centers in Texas Amid AI Infrastructure Boom**
Google is committing $40 billion toward the construction of three data centers in Texas, according to multiple outlets. This move comes as a surge of competing companies in the artificial intelligence sector build their own AI infrastructure in the Lone Star State.
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**Why Texas Is Becoming an AI Data Center Hub**
Texas has become an attractive destination for data centers due to its abundant land availability and cheaper electricity costs for industrial use. These advantages make the state an ideal location for tech giants looking to expand their AI capabilities.
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**Other Major AI Investments in Texas Data Centers**
– **OpenAI:** Recently establishing a for-profit arm valued at $500 billion, OpenAI is constructing a flagship AI data center in Abilene, Texas. This center is expected to open in 2026 and is part of a broader plan that includes launching additional infrastructure in Ohio and New Mexico.
– **Anthropic:** This week, Anthropic announced a $50 billion investment to build data centers across several states, including Texas and New York.
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