Pashinyan and NVIDIA Vice President Discussed Creation of an AI Data Center and Educational Projects in Armenia
YEREVAN, February 10. /ARKA/. On Tuesday, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held discussions with NVIDIA Vice President Rev Lebaredyan regarding the Firebird startup's initiative to establish an AI factory and data center in Armenia.
Lebaredyan indicated that construction on the center is already in progress, as reported by the Armenian government press service. In this regard, both parties underscored the significance of obtaining permits from US authorities for the export of an additional shipment of NVIDIA's ultra-high-performance chips to Armenia.
Pashinyan and Lebaredyan also explored the further advancement of the technology sector in Armenia, along with the application of AI to enhance the efficiency of public administration. The Prime Minister highlighted the necessity for support from the private sector.
Additionally, Lebaredyan introduced a proposed educational program within the technology sector in Armenia. The Prime Minister expressed his approval of the initiative and conveyed the government's willingness to assist in its execution.
Regarding the AI Data Center Project, the Armenian government, NVIDIA, Firebird, and Team Group had previously announced their collaboration to establish the region's most powerful supercomputer and data center driven by artificial intelligence (AI).
The $500 million investment in the AI data center project in Armenia is set to serve as a platform for innovation, education, science, and entrepreneurship, fostering the growth of local and international startups, bridging the gap between science and technology, and transforming Armenia into a regional tech hub—a genuine destination for AI development.
This initiative is poised to significantly alter the technological landscape of the region. The equipment will be sourced from NVIDIA, a leading global producer of such technology, while the newly formed Firebird will manage the data center. Dell is also involved in the project. Scheduled to commence in 2026, the project will deploy thousands of NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs and establish infrastructure with a capacity exceeding 100 MW.-0-0 MW.-0-