Meta Planning New $200 Bn+ Data Center Campus for Its AI

Meta Platforms is reportedly in discussions to construct a new data center campus for its artificial intelligence projects, with potential costs exceeding $200 billion. The company is considering locations in Louisiana, Wyoming, or Texas, and senior leaders have already visited potential sites.

However, a Meta spokesperson has denied the report, stating that the company's data center plans and capital expenditures have already been disclosed and that anything beyond that is "pure speculation".

Last month, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced plans to spend up to $65 billion this year to expand the company's AI infrastructure. In comparison, Microsoft plans to invest about $80 billion in fiscal 2025 to develop data centers, while Amazon's 2025 spending is expected to be higher than the $75 billion estimated for 2024.

This potential investment by Meta is part of a larger trend where tech giants are making significant investments in data centers to meet future AI demands.

Meta is involved in various AI research projects, including advancements in machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.

Meta's Data Centre in Louisiana (Richland Parish) is of $10 billion+ investment

Meta has a global network of data centers that support its technologies and services. Meta's data centers are located in various regions, including the United States, Europe, and Asia. Some notable locations include Prineville, Oregon, USA; Forest City, North Carolina, USA; Luleå, Sweden; Clonee, Ireland, and Singapore.

Meta has been developing state-of-the-art AI models for various applications, including natural language processing, computer vision, and recommendation systems. These models enhance user experiences across their platforms, like Facebook and Instagram.

Meta's AI Research (FAIR) lab is at the forefront of AI research, working on groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of what's possible with AI. This includes advancements in machine learning algorithms, robotics, and ethical AI.

Meta's competitors including Apple and Microsoft is also planning to invest heavily in AI infrastructure. While, Microsoft is planning to invest around $80 billion in data centers for fiscal 2025, Apple announced a $500 billion investment in the United States over the next 4 years, with a primary focus on expanding its manufacturing footprint and improving research and development.

Amazon has stated that it has invested over $75 billion in 2024. It would be interesting to see if Meta will set up the AI data center in the US or these are only speculations.