OpenAI’s Computational Empire Expands with 6-Gigawatt AMD-Powered Wing

OpenAI is expanding its computational empire by adding a massive, six-gigawatt wing powered by AMD technology. This expansion comes via a new multibillion-dollar deal with the chipmaker, designed to provide the foundational infrastructure for the next generation of artificial intelligence.
The agreement calls for AMD to supply hundreds of thousands of its high-performance GPUs, which will be deployed over several years starting in late 2026. This hardware forms the building blocks of the vast data centers required to train AI models that are rapidly growing in complexity and capability.
A key part of this expansion includes the construction of a new one-gigawatt facility, which will be among the first to utilize AMD’s upcoming MI450 series of chips. This new data center represents a significant investment in next-generation hardware and a strong vote of confidence in AMD’s product roadmap.
The partnership is reinforced by an equity option that allows OpenAI to acquire a 10% stake in AMD. This strategic move ensures that as OpenAI’s empire grows using AMD’s tools, it also shares in the success of the toolmaker, creating a powerful, mutually beneficial relationship.
The market recognized the significance of this empire-building move, sending AMD’s valuation up by $80 billion. The deal not only provides OpenAI with the power it needs but also positions AMD as a key architect of the infrastructure that will underpin the future of the digital world.