Amit Krig, Nvidia's Israel site manager, emphasized the company's commitment to investing in employees and technology development in the AI sector.

This investment is part of Nvidia's broader strategy to enhance its position in global AI and data center technology, emphasizing its commitment to high-performance computing.

Overall, the estimated total investment for this project exceeds $500 million, reflecting Nvidia's dedication to advancing AI technology in Israel.

The investment will establish a new AI research and engineering center at the Mevo Carmel Science and Industry Park near Yokne'am, which will include one of Israel's largest server farms.

This new facility will cover 10,000 square meters and is expected to be one of the largest and most advanced data centers in Israel, featuring a power capacity of up to 30 megawatts.

On January 15, 2025, Nvidia announced a significant expansion of its research and development operations in Israel, with plans to invest over $500 million.

Operations at the center are anticipated to start in the first half of 2025, equipped with Nvidia's latest liquid-cooled server systems and Blackwell chips.

The center will support dozens of Nvidia's engineering and product teams, focusing on developing next-generation networking hardware, software technologies, and CPU design critical for AI advancements.

It will be the first facility to deploy Nvidia's new Blackwell processors, which boast significantly enhanced performance compared to previous models.

The supercomputer being built at the site will utilize advanced technologies including liquid-cooled Blackwell-based systems and high-performance networking components.

This facility is expected to play a crucial role in Nvidia's growth and innovation within the AI and broader technology community.

Nvidia's R&D activities in Israel are already the largest outside of the United States, employing over 4,500 people across seven centers.