Stargate AI data centers for OpenAI reportedly delayed by squabbles between partners — sources say OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank disagreed on who would have ultimate control of the planned data centers

Sam Altman.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced in January 2025 that OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank would invest $500 billion and build several data centers across the U.S as part of their “Stargate” AI initiative. But instead of immediately supercharging the AI buildout, it devolved into a three-way tug of war between the three partners, according to a report by The Information.

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