Core Scientific Diversifies into AI-Focused Data Center Campus

Core Scientific, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency mining industry, has announced an ambitious plan to transition its Texas operations into a large-scale artificial intelligence-focused data center campus.

The Pecos, Texas site will be transformed into a high-density colocation hub, designed to support AI workloads amid growing demand for computing infrastructure. The development is expected to have up to 1.5 gigawatts of gross power capacity, with approximately 300 megawatts being repurposed from Bitcoin mining.

Core Scientific's CEO, Adam Sullivan, emphasized the company's commitment to innovation and its ability to differentiate itself in the market by leveraging its expertise to build and scale next-generation AI infrastructure. The first data hall has completed foundational work, with initial capacity expected in early 2027.