Nvidia eyes old telco buildings for tiny data centers
The gist
Nvidia has approached Apollo about turning telecom buildings into small AI data centers across up to 20 states.
The plan aims to sidestep new data center bans and speed up chip deployment.
How it unfolded
- Nov 5, 2026The Information reports Nvidia approached Apollo about creating a network of small AI data centers in existing telecom buildings across the U.S., potentially spanning 20 states, citing two people with direct knowledge.
- Nov 5, 2026The report says the effort centers on buildings owned by Brightspeed, an Apollo-backed broadband provider reportedly nearing bankruptcy that operates more than 130 sites originally used for voice and data traffic.
- Nov 5, 2026Nvidia staff have discussed with suppliers the possibility of beginning building retrofits with Vera Rubin racks in the first quarter of 2027, per the report.
Key terms
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