SpaceX locks in $40B GPU financing deal with Apollo | TechCrunch

The short version

SpaceX secured a $40 billion deal for AI chip financing, marking a record in GPU financing commitments as it expands its AI infrastructure.

Key takeaways

• SpaceX's financing is the largest GPU commitment ever.
• The deal involves leasing Nvidia chips from Apollo Global Management.
• SpaceX aims to diversify funding sources for AI ambitions.
• AI segment revenues exceeded $7.6 billion in Q3 2026.

Overall sentiment

The tone reflects optimism about SpaceX's financial strategy and growth in AI.

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