NVIDIA GPUs

Nscale, a UK-based AI cloud infrastructure provider, confirmed it is considering an IPO, aiming for a listing potentially in late 2025. This follows a $14 billion deal with Microsoft, part of a larger $23 billion agreement for Microsoft to acquire around 200,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs. This deal, combined with previous funding rounds including a $1.1B Series B, highlights Nscale’s rapid growth driven by the increasing demand for AI infrastructure. Investors include Dell, Nvidia and Nokia. The potential IPO could significantly impact the European tech and AI ecosystem.

CoreWeave (CRWV) shares jumped nearly 12% after announcing a $14.2 billion AI cloud infrastructure deal with Meta (META). This follows a $6.5 billion expanded agreement with OpenAI, totaling $22.4 billion. CoreWeave specializes in high-performance computing using Nvidia GPUs, catering to the growing demand for AI and machine learning workloads. Meta’s commitment includes options for expansion through 2032, reflecting its broader investment in AI. Meta projects significant expenses for AI initiatives, including the launch of its first supercluster, highlighting the increasing competition and opportunity in the AI cloud market.