QTS has acquired around 1,700 acres of land in Salem Township, Pennsylvania, for a new data center campus, spending more than $500 million across dozens of parcels. The site is located near Talen’s Susquehanna nuclear power plant and close to Amazon’s planned data center developments, with reports suggesting the campus could eventually include between 12 and 17 data center buildings.
The company confirmed its plans to expand in the region, stating it is “excited to establish a new data center campus in Pennsylvania.” The project highlights growing interest in the state as a new data center hub, driven by rising AI demand and access to power infrastructure, with construction potentially starting later this year.
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South Korea’s SDT Inc. has launched its Quantum-AI Hybrid Data Center in Seoul’s Gangnam district, marking the country’s first commercial quantum computing facility. The site features a 20-qubit superconducting quantum computer integrated with Nvidia DGX B200 hardware, creating a hybrid system designed to support advanced workloads such as AI, simulation, and optimization in a real-world data center environment.
CEO Jiwon Yune said the launch represents a shift from research to practical use. “Starting today, we are redefining quantum as a practical business tool for immediate value creation,” he said, adding that the facility demonstrates quantum computing is “no longer a distant concept, but a tangible solution ready to engage with real industrial challenges.”
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GMI Cloud has announced a $12 billion sovereign AI infrastructure initiative in Japan, aiming to develop up to 1GW of data center capacity. The project will begin with an AI factory in Kagoshima, developed in partnership with Wistron, with an initial capacity of 350MW and construction expected to start in late 2026.
CEO Alex Yeh emphasized the importance of AI sovereignty for the country. “The next frontier is ensuring those systems are powered by AI that Japan owns, controls, and can trust,” he said. Wistron CTO David Shen added that building infrastructure at this scale requires strong execution, noting that the company will support the project with its manufacturing expertise to deliver large-scale AI capabilities.
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Google has confirmed it is behind a proposed 1GW data center campus in Van Buren Township near Detroit, Michigan. The project, known as Project Cannoli, will span around 130 acres and include multiple data center buildings along with supporting infrastructure, as the company expands to meet growing AI and cloud demand.
The company is also partnering with DTE Energy to bring 2.7GW of new clean energy to the grid. As part of the initiative, Google is launching a $10 million Energy Impact fund to “scale and accelerate energy affordability initiatives that are designed to drive down monthly bills for communities in Michigan.”
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China’s AI infrastructure strategy is entering a new phase under its 15th Five-Year Plan, shifting focus from rapid capacity expansion to driving real demand and utilization. While the country has spent recent years aggressively building data center capacity—especially in energy-rich western regions—the challenge now is ensuring that this infrastructure is actually used and aligned with market needs.
A key issue is the gap between supply and demand, particularly outside major tech companies. “The root cause is the absence of robust, repeatable application demand from non-Internet companies,” said MingYii Lai of Daxue Consulting, highlighting that many traditional industries remain in early pilot stages rather than full-scale deployment. As China continues developing its national computing network to better connect resources across regions, the success of this next phase will depend on its ability to turn surplus capacity into sustained, commercially viable AI demand across the broader economy.
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Microsoft is planning to invest $52 million in two new data center projects in Medina, Texas, a small town near San Antonio. The projects, known as SAT93 and SAT94, will each receive $26 million in funding, with construction expected to begin in March and April 2027 and completion targeted for 2029.
Each facility will span approximately 245,000 square feet on the same greenfield site. While earlier filings suggested much larger $350 million investments, the updated plans reflect a scaled adjustment. Microsoft continues to expand its footprint in the San Antonio region, reinforcing its long-term commitment to growing cloud and AI infrastructure in Texas.
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Nebius has signed a major long-term AI infrastructure deal with Meta valued at up to $27 billion, marking a significant expansion of their partnership. Under the five-year agreement, Nebius will deliver $12 billion in dedicated compute capacity across multiple locations, with deployments expected to begin in early 2027 using Nvidia’s next-generation Vera Rubin platform.
Meta has also committed to purchasing up to $15 billion in additional compute capacity tied to future Nebius clusters, reinforcing the scale of demand for AI infrastructure. “We are pleased to expand our significant partnership with Meta as part of securing more large, long-term capacity contracts,” said CEO Arkady Volozh, highlighting the company’s strategy to accelerate growth in its AI cloud business.
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Canadian data center firm Virtual Grid has unveiled a modular “compute node” prototype designed to function as both a virtual data center and a virtual power plant. The system combines GPU-based compute with a 500kWh battery energy storage system, enabling flexible and distributed deployments across Western Canada.
The company plans to roll out these nodes in phases starting in 2027, with 75 locations already under preliminary agreements. “Virtual Grid is taking a modular, distributed approach that is designed to support faster rollout, built-in redundancy, and more flexible scaling. This first prototype is an important step toward that broader network,” said COO John Hawes.
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Segro has signed a pre-lease agreement to develop a 50MW data center in Slough, UK, expanding its long-standing presence in one of Europe’s key data center hubs. The three-story facility will deliver 30,000 sqm of space on the Slough Trading Estate, leveraging existing planning permissions to accelerate deployment for an existing customer.
At the same time, the company has secured approval for a separate 70MW project in West London in partnership with Pure Data Centres. “These two announcements demonstrate further progress in our strategy to execute on the 2.5GW+ opportunity in our powered land bank,” said Andrew Pilsworth, highlighting Segro’s shift toward fully fitted data centers and direct engagement with hyperscale clients.
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Edge data center firm Armada has partnered with Australia’s WinDC to deploy 11MW of containerized, modular compute infrastructure across renewable energy sites. The initiative will place portable “AI factories” at wind, solar, and battery locations across New South Wales and other regions, aiming to bring compute closer to where energy is generated.
The partnership targets faster, decentralized AI deployment without relying on grid expansion. “Australia has the wind, the sun, and the land to be a genuine force in global AI infrastructure,” said WinDC CEO Andrew Sjoquist. Armada CEO Dan Wright added, “The demand for real-time data processing and AI inference is growing faster than centralized infrastructure can support,” emphasizing the need for scalable, energy-aligned solutions.
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QTS is expanding its US footprint with plans for multiple new data center campuses in Georgia, alongside continued growth in Texas. In Georgia, the company is targeting a large-scale campus in Blakely that could reach up to 12 million sq ft by 2035, as well as a $2 billion project in Augusta with up to six data center buildings already under development.
The company is also advancing its Dallas-Fort Worth expansion, with two new facilities planned at its Wilmer campus, representing a $290 million investment. “QTS is exploring opportunities to establish new data center campuses in Blakely, Georgia… supporting economic growth, advancing environmental stewardship, and contributing to the ongoing prosperity of Blakely,” the company said, reinforcing its strategy to scale infrastructure in high-growth AI and cloud markets.
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A new data center project has been proposed in Northumberland, UK, near QTS’ planned multi-billion-dollar campus. While formal plans have not yet been submitted, early details suggest the development could be located on agricultural land near the River Wansbeck, with proximity to existing infrastructure boosting its appeal.
The proposal comes as the region gains traction as a data center hub, driven by nearby large-scale projects like QTS’ 720MW Cambois campus. Although the developer remains unnamed, the initiative signals continued interest in expanding digital infrastructure in northeast England, particularly in areas with available land and growing energy capacity.
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UK-based Ark Data Centres is expanding into Spain with a €600 million investment to build a 45MW data center in Barcelona. The project will be located in the La Maquinista area, where the company has secured around 30,000 sqm of industrial land, marking a significant step in its European growth strategy.
Backed by institutional support and advised by Cushman & Wakefield, the development strengthens Ark’s presence beyond the UK and Belgium. With more than 560MW already in operation or development, the company continues to scale its footprint to meet rising demand for cloud and AI infrastructure across Europe.
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