OpenAI has unveiled plans for a massive expansion of its computing capabilities, showcasing a new supercomputing complex in Texas. Alongside partners like Oracle and SoftBank, the initiative will add nearly 7 gigawatts of power capacity through five new data centers across the U.S., enough to supply energy to almost eight million homes.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is on a global tour to secure funding and manufacturing partnerships to support the company's vast computing power needs. His efforts include discussions with stakeholders in East Asia and the Middle East, aiming to establish long-term, low-cost supply chains for OpenAI's ambitious infrastructure plans.