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Microsoft (MSFT) Pulls Out of Nscale AI Data Center Project | ThinkSabio
Oct 19, 2026 · ThinkSabio Inc
Microsoft (#MSFT) has reportedly withdrawn from Nvidia-backed Nscale’s planned AI data center project in Essex, UK, citing power supply concerns.
Key Highlights
- Microsoft reportedly pulled out of the planned Nscale AI data center project in Essex.
- The project was part of previously announced $17.5B investment plans.
- Power supply delays could push operations into the 2030s.
- The value of Microsoft’s canceled contract has not been disclosed.
- Nscale’s separate $45B AI infrastructure agreement with Anthropic remains in place.
- Nscale said the London-wide grid issue does not affect its other contracts.
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Bottom Line
The development highlights the growing importance of power availability and grid infrastructure as AI data-center demand accelerates. While Microsoft’s project faces delays, Nscale’s broader AI infrastructure commitments remain intact.
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