Massive Deal: Global Infrastructure Partners Eyes Aligned Data Centers Acquisition

BlackRock's $40 Billion Bet on a Lesser-Known Data Center Firm

(Bloomberg) — At the start of the year, a lesser-known infrastructure company called Aligned Data Centers managed to pull off a $12 billion fundraise — more than some of the world’s leading artificial intelligence startups have been able to secure in a single round. The goal: dramatically expanding its footprint to support surging demand for the facilities that power AI systems.

Massive Deal: Global Infrastructure Partners Eyes Aligned Data Centers Acquisition

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GIP Nears Deal to Buy Aligned Data Centers for About $40 Billion

Global Infrastructure Partners is in advanced talks to acquire Macquarie-backed Aligned Data Centers in one of the biggest deals of the year, according to people familiar with the matter.

BlackRock’s GIP Eyes $40B Deal for Aligned Data Centers in AI Surge

In the high-stakes world of infrastructure investing, BlackRock Inc.’s Global Infrastructure Partners is positioning itself for a monumental acquisition that underscores the explosive growth in artificial intelligence-driven demand. According to reports, GIP is in advanced discussions to purchase Aligned Data Centers, a Macquarie-backed operator, in a deal potentially valuing the company at around $40 billion. This move, if finalized, would rank…