Mid-SouthThursday, November 5
Elon Musk says two more xAI data centers should open near the state line by year's end
The 5AM Memphis team
If you live near Southaven, this one's close to home. Elon Musk announced two new xAI data centers, nicknamed "Gun Range" and "Spam," and posted on social media that both are in Southaven. FOX13 Memphis carried his reveal of more supercomputers coming to the Mid-South.
2new xAI data centers expected to open by year's end
Musk posted that both are in Southaven. They will connect to the Colossus two operation there.
Sources: WAPT, localmemphis.com
Not everyone is cheering. In Memphis, Loretta Thornton mourns the quiet nature of her home as she neighbors one of Musk's data centers.
Musk, residents and Southaven officials see the data centers differently
| Who | What's said |
|---|---|
| Elon Musk | Both expected to open by the end of the year |
| Residents, environmental groups | Concerned about pollution and noise from gas turbines |
| Southaven officials, supporters | Point to potential investment and tax revenue |
Source: WAPT
- Where: near the Mississippi-Tennessee state line
- Hub: the Colossus two operation in Southaven
- Opening: expected by the end of the year
Sources: WAPT, localmemphis.com, The Tennessean, FOX13 Memphis