Microsoft and BlackRock Launch $100B AI Infrastructure Fund
The partnership aims to raise $30 billion initially, with plans to expand data centers and power infrastructure globally.
- Microsoft and BlackRock have formed the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP) along with Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) and UAE-based MGX.
- The fund seeks to raise $30 billion in private equity capital initially, with a goal of reaching $100 billion, including debt financing.
- Investments will focus on expanding data centers and developing energy infrastructure, primarily in the US and partner countries.
- Nvidia will support the project with its AI expertise, potentially integrating its DGX AI servers into the new infrastructure.
- The initiative addresses the growing energy demands of AI, with plans to invest in renewable energy sources and possibly nuclear power.