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Crusoe Expands Abilene AI Factory to 2.1 GW for Microsoft AI Workloads
technology14 days ago

Crusoe Expands Abilene AI Factory to 2.1 GW for Microsoft AI Workloads

Crusoe unveiled a new 900 MW AI factory campus in Abilene, Texas to support Microsoft AI workloads, bringing the full Abilene site to about 2.1 GW with two new buildings and an on-site power plant, designed for high-density compute and water‑efficient cooling; energization of the first building is planned for mid-2027, as the expansion aims to accelerate giga-scale AI infrastructure and boost the local economy through jobs and tax revenue.

via Crusoe|
#abilene#ai-infrastructure#crusoe
Nationwide turnout energizes Abilene’s Central Texas Gem and Mineral Show
local24 days ago

Nationwide turnout energizes Abilene’s Central Texas Gem and Mineral Show

The 2026 Central Texas Gem and Mineral Show in Abilene drew collectors from across the U.S. for a weekend of gemstones, fossils, and handcrafted jewelry, with interactive exhibits and education for all ages. The event, hosted by the Central Texas Gem and Mineral Society (founded in 1954), highlighted the long-running community tradition and the diverse appeal of rocks—from opals to custom pieces—attracting visitors from states like Idaho and New Mexico.

via KTXS|
#abilene#collectors#gem-and-mineral-show
Oracle's Stargate Expansion Slowed, Core AI Pact Stays in Place
business1 month ago

Oracle's Stargate Expansion Slowed, Core AI Pact Stays in Place

Oracle’s $500 billion Stargate AI data-center project in Abilene, Texas, appears to be slowed rather than halted: Bloomberg says plans to expand capacity with OpenAI are shelved due to financing terms and evolving compute needs, while the core 4.5 GW agreement remains on track and construction at eight sites continues with Nvidia gear. CNBC cautions the broader Stargate program isn’t canceled, but the market has pricing in tighter upside as Oracle’s leverage and OpenAI dependence loom large; Meta could enter as a future tenant, highlighting the ongoing execution risk in multi‑billion AI infra bets.

via 24/7 Wall St.|
#abilene#business#nvidia
Flu Cases Surge Across Texas, Impacting Multiple Counties
health2 years ago

Flu Cases Surge Across Texas, Impacting Multiple Counties

The number of flu cases in Abilene-Taylor County has tripled over the past month, with 324 cases reported for the week of January 21 through 27, up from 170 cases the previous week and 105 cases at the end of December. Currently, there is an even split between cases of Influenza A and Influenza B, with 178 and 146 cases recorded, respectively. Public health officials are urging residents to stay informed about flu symptoms, treatments, and updates from the CDC.

via KTAB - BigCountryHomepage.com|
#abilene#cdc#flu