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Kazakhstan Eyes AI Dominance with Gigawatt Data Centers
20 Jun
Summary
- Kazakhstan plans a 1-gigawatt AI data center project.
- The initiative aims to attract nearly €26 billion in investment.
- Project launch in 2027 could rank Kazakhstan among top AI nations.
Kazakhstan is set to become a global hub for artificial intelligence computing with a new 1-gigawatt data center project. This ambitious initiative is projected to draw approximately €26 billion in investment from international technology firms, addressing the surging demand for AI computational power.
The project is integrated into Kazakhstan's national digital transformation and AI strategy, aiming to establish a robust platform for hosting worldwide digital infrastructure. Agreements are in place with NVIDIA and Firebird for the development of AI infrastructure, including the planned Firebird Labs Kazakhstan.
Expected to launch in 2027, this development could propel Kazakhstan into the top ten countries globally for AI computing capacity. The nation offers advantages such as low energy costs, strong international connectivity, and tax incentives to attract these large-scale investments.
Leveraging its abundant energy resources, particularly from coal reserves in Ekibastuz, Kazakhstan aims to transform its traditional energy strengths into significant digital exports, solidifying its position in the rapidly expanding global AI market.
