Summary
Lanarkshire in Scotland will host a new artificial intelligence (AI) hub, aiming to become one of the most advanced AI sites globally. The project, led by DataVita and CoreWeave, is expected to bring significant investment and create jobs in the AI and construction sectors.
Key Facts
- The UK government expects over £8 billion in private investment for the project.
- A community fund worth about £543 million will support local initiatives over 15 years.
- Around 800 jobs in the AI sector and 2,600 construction roles will be created.
- The AI hub will be located at DataVita's data centre in Airdrie.
- Energy for the project will come from renewable sources on-site.
- Excess heat from the site will help power University Hospital Monklands, aiming to become the first net-zero hospital in the UK by 2031.
- The project includes training programs, after-school coding clubs, and local charity support.
- The development is part of the UK's broader AI Opportunities Action Plan.
