Despite its massive scale, Stargate intends to employ “at least” 57 full-time employees earning an average wage of just $57,600 annually, according to documents seen by Bloomberg regarding the ambitious data center project.

Stargate: Analysts have noted that Microsoft has become less willing to spend even more money financing the computing power OpenAI requires to retain a lead in AI.

Sam Altman-led OpenAI is reportedly engaged in intricate discussions to transform into a for-profit entity, but its board is grappling with valuing Microsoft's stake while negotiating the worth of its new charitable division at $30 billion.