Google’s aggressive expansion into artificial intelligence is reaching new global heights. Just two months after pledging a $9 billion investment in Oklahoma, the tech giant revealed plans to pour $15 billion into India over the next five years.
Global investment targets AI and renewable power
The new investment will fund what Google calls a “gigawatt-scale AI hub” in Visakhapatnam, a port city in the southeastern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The project will anchor Google’s largest artificial intelligence development outside the United States.
“This is the largest AI hub we are investing in anywhere outside of the U.S.,” said Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian at a ceremony in New Delhi, according to AFP.
The India expansion underscores Google’s push to secure its leadership in AI technology, supported by renewable energy infrastructure. Company officials say these new facilities will rely heavily on clean power sources to reduce their environmental footprint.
Oklahoma remains a core investment focus
In August, Gov. Kevin Stitt joined Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google, in Pryor to highlight the economic impact of the company’s $9 billion investment in Oklahoma. The funds support the expansion of Google’s Pryor data center and the construction of a new facility in Stillwater.
“These projects will bring thousands of jobs and strengthen Oklahoma’s role in the global energy and technology economy,” said Stitt during the announcement.
Google also plans to construct a $4 billion data center in West Memphis, Arkansas, further extending its regional network across the southern United States.
Global growth with local impact
While India’s $15 billion plan marks a major international milestone, Oklahoma continues to serve as a key foundation for Google’s North American operations. The company’s dual investments — one abroad and one at home — highlight the growing link between energy infrastructure and artificial intelligence development.
SOURCE: Click here for AFP–edited for clarity by Oklahoma Energy Today