Deutsche Telekom and NVIDIA Launch Industrial AI Cloud

Deutsche Telekom and NVIDIA have unveiled their joint venture, the Industrial AI Cloud, aiming to establish Germany as a leading European hub for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The partnership, valued at one billion euros, marks a significant step in deploying advanced AI capabilities.

The new AI infrastructure is slated to commence operations in the first quarter of 2026 from a newly renovated data center in Munich. This facility will provide approximately 50 percent more computing power for AI development and deployment within Germany, supporting a wide range of industrial applications.

This initiative is a cornerstone of the "Made 4 Germany" program, which involves over 100 companies focused on bolstering Germany's technological standing. SAP is providing the technology platform, ensuring secure integration of AI solutions and adherence to high data protection and reliability standards. Other partners include Siemens, Agile Robots, and Perplexity.

Deutsche Telekom CEO Tim Höttges highlighted the project's aim to leverage European strengths, while NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang emphasized AI's role in transforming German industry. The launch is expected to accelerate AI adoption across various sectors and enhance Germany's digital sovereignty.