OpenAI halts plans for ‘Stargate’ data centre project in England

• OpenAI has halted plans for a significant 'Stargate' data centre project in the north-east of England.
• The US technology giant cited high energy costs and regulatory challenges as barriers to its investment in the UK.
• OpenAI said it is awaiting “the right conditions” to facilitate long-term infrastructure investment, despite seeing huge potential for the UK’s AI future.
• The proposed venture, intended for sites including Cobalt Park and Blyth, was part of a landmark tech deal between Britain and the US.
• The company confirmed it is still investing in talent and expanding its local presence in the UK, and delivering on commitments to adopt frontier AI in public services.

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OpenAI halts UK data centre project over energy costs and red tape