Elon Musk's xAI says it will build 'world's largest supercomputer' in Memphis

06/07/24 • 6 min

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Elon Musk's AI startup, xAI, is gearing up to build the world's largest supercomputer in Memphis, Tennessee. This ambitious project, set to transform a former Electrolux facility, promises to be the biggest investment in the city's history. With potential tax incentives on the table, xAI aims to have the supercomputer operational by next fall, powering its AI chatbot, Grok. The announcement follows a successful $6 billion funding round, drawing top investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Local officials, including Memphis Mayor Paul Young, are enthusiastic, highlighting the city’s readiness for such a transformative initiative. Pending approvals, this project is poised to put Memphis at the forefront of AI technology, potentially rivaling existing supercomputing giants like Oak Ridge’s Frontier.

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