July 20, 2025
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UAE to Host the World’s Largest AI Data Centre: A New Era for Digital Infrastructure

20 Jul. 2025
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In a landmark move that cements its position as a global leader in technology and innovation, the United Arab Emirates has announced the construction of Stargate UAE, set to become the world’s most powerful AI data centre. This bold project is not just an infrastructure feat—it is a symbol of the UAE’s commitment to being at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution.

The Stargate UAE initiative is backed by some of the most influential players in the AI ecosystem: G42, OpenAI, Nvidia, Oracle, and SoftBank. Together, these tech giants will create a data powerhouse with unmatched capabilities that could redefine AI development worldwide.

5GW of AI Power: The Future Starts Now

At full capacity, Stargate UAE will boast a staggering 5-gigawatt (GW) power load, capable of hosting up to 2.5 million GPUs—a scale never before seen in AI infrastructure. The project’s initial phase of 1GW, already under development, carries an investment of $20 billion, and will act as the cornerstone for subsequent phases.

This massive facility will become the central hub for training and deploying advanced AI models, including large language models, generative AI, robotics, and other deep learning systems.

With the growing complexity and power demands of next-gen AI, traditional data centres no longer meet the mark. Stargate UAE is being designed specifically for AI workloads, ensuring optimized performance, energy efficiency, and the ability to handle ever-growing data volumes at scale.

OpenAI’s First Global Site: Why the UAE Matters

One of the most historic elements of this development is that Stargate UAE will be OpenAI’s first international site. As the organization behind ChatGPT and other groundbreaking models, OpenAI’s choice to anchor its global presence in the UAE sends a powerful message.

The partnership with Abu Dhabi-based G42, a leading AI and cloud computing firm, marks the beginning of an international network of AI hubs. These hubs will facilitate model training, cloud-based inference, deployment of enterprise AI tools, and innovations in AI safety and alignment research.

This isn’t just about building infrastructure—it’s about creating an AI super-cluster that connects East and West, powers real-world applications, and accelerates global progress.

UAE: A Strategic AI Powerhouse

The Stargate project is a milestone, but it is far from an isolated initiative. The UAE has been rapidly expanding its digital and AI capabilities, with national data centre capacity projected to reach 850MW by 2029. From AI policy leadership to talent development and emerging tech adoption, the Emirates is becoming a strategic nerve centre for global innovation.

Here’s why global tech leaders are choosing the UAE:

  • Political stability and visionary leadership

  • World-class infrastructure and energy access

  • Business-friendly regulatory environment

  • Aggressive national AI strategies and funding

  • Strategic geographic location between East and West

By welcoming OpenAI, Nvidia, Oracle, and SoftBank into this joint venture, the UAE is reinforcing its image as a safe, secure, and scalable home for next-gen technology.

Implications for the Real Estate and Infrastructure Sectors

Massive AI data centres like Stargate UAE aren’t built in isolation—they demand highly engineered real estate, robust power grids, thermal management systems, and intelligent urban planning. This presents enormous opportunities for developers, investors, and infrastructure providers in the region.

At Nine Developments, we recognize the transformative impact of AI infrastructure on the property landscape. The growth of digital megastructures like Stargate will drive demand for:

  • Tech-integrated smart communities

  • AI-powered residential and commercial developments

  • Sustainable energy solutions and green construction

  • Logistics, housing, and support facilities for global tech talent

Dubai and Abu Dhabi, in particular, will see spillover demand in both the residential and commercial real estate segments. AI hubs bring with them entire ecosystems—startups, R&D centres, universities, and future-focused communities.

Conclusion:

With Stargate UAE, the Emirates isn’t just building a data centre—it’s building the future of AI. This project places the country in a leading position at the heart of global technological transformation, unlocking new opportunities across industries, from finance and healthcare to construction and education.

As the world looks to harness AI’s power, the UAE has made it clear—it doesn’t just want to participate; it wants to lead.

If you are an investor, innovator, or business leader, this is the moment to align with the UAE’s vision. At Nine Developments, we’re ready to build the smart, sustainable, and AI-ready infrastructure that this next era demands.

Let’s shape the future—together.