OpenAI and SoftBank Group said they are investing $1 billion in SB Energy, with OpenAI signing a 1.2 GW lease for initial data center buildout. The announcement ties the deal to Stargate and positions SB Energy as both an infrastructure partner and OpenAI customer.
The White House released a January 13, 2026 fact sheet outlining an executive-order framework to accelerate U.S. frontier AI infrastructure. The policy links federal site access to strict conditions on clean power buildout, domestic semiconductor sourcing, grid-upgrade responsibilities, and consumer electricity protections.
OpenAI announced on January 15, 2026 that it is opening an RFP to expand US AI infrastructure. The company said it is prioritizing near-term 100MW+ capacity with pathways to 1GW+ scale and deeper domestic manufacturing support.