xAI's Colossus Supercomputer in Memphis
Sector: Commercial • Location: Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Source: USA Today
Elon Musk's xAI is building what it calls the world's largest supercomputer, named Colossus, in the Boxtown neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee. The project has raised concerns about environmental impact, transparency, and equity, with local community opposition citing issues of environmental racism and pollution.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Commercial
- Location
- Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- USA Today
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Description | Elon Musk's xAI is building what it calls the world's largest supercomputer, named Colossus, in the Boxtown neighborhood of Memphis, Tennessee. The project has raised concerns about environmental impact, transparency, and equity, with local community opposition citing issues of environmental racism and pollution. |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Tennessee |
City | Memphis |
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Sector | Commercial |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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