On October 15 (Beijing Time), Reuters broke the news that an investment consortium, which includes heavyweights like Nvidia, xAI, Microsoft, and BlackRock, has unveiled its acquisition of Aligned Data Centers. This operator stands as one of the largest in the global data center arena, and the deal is valued at a staggering $40 billion. The consortium, aptly dubbed the 'AI Infrastructure Partnership' (AIP), has set its sights on a bold expansion plan. Over the coming few years, it aims to more than double the number of Aligned's data center campuses. This strategic move is designed to keep pace with the ever-escalating demand for AI computing power. The acquisition is anticipated to reach completion in the first half of 2026, although it remains subject to the green light from regulatory authorities.
