tl;dr: Dell and Nscale are bringing AI compute capacity to Europe, the U.S. and beyond by combining the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA with Nscale’s high-performance data center capabilities. Together, they are enabling secure, scalable AI deployments for enterprises and governments worldwide.
Innovation thrives on vision and a shared drive to build what’s next. At Dell Technologies, we see this every day as we help organizations turn ambitious ideas into reality. Our collaboration with Nscale, a hyperscaler engineered for AI, embodies this spirit of progress.
Earlier this month at the Dell Technologies Forum in London, Karl Havard, Chief Commercial Officer of Nscale, joined me onstage. He shared insights into Nscale’s incredible journey and how our collaboration is helping to shape the future of sovereign AI. It was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when industry leaders unite with a common goal: to accelerate AI adoption securely and at scale.
Advancing AI on a foundation of trust
AI has the power to unlock real innovation for enterprises and governments alike, deploying AI at scale and unleashing that potential requires a foundation they trust—one that keeps sensitive data under their control, aligns with local regulations and has the cyber resilience to support critical workloads. The stakes are especially high when data residency requirements and compliance are non-negotiable.
Nscale’s mission is to provide resilient, secure and scalable AI cloud infrastructure designed to meet these challenges head-on. Nscale’s infrastructure is purpose-built for the intensive demands of AI, featuring energy-efficient data centers and high-performance GPU clusters.
Working with Dell provides Nscale access to our deep infrastructure expertise and proven technology to create robust solutions that help governments and organizations to innovate with confidence—and deliver meaningful results for the people and communities they serve.
Nscale and the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA: Turning vision into reality
To accelerate sovereign AI deployments across Europe, the Middle East, and North America, Nscale is using the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA to deliver the backbone of its AI operations.
This approach brings together hardware, software and services into a unified solution for building, training and deploying AI at scale.
For Nscale, this means leveraging Dell PowerEdge XE9712 servers with NVIDIA GB300 NVL72, delivered through Dell Integrated Rack Scalable Systems, to establish an AI platform that prioritizes data sovereignty and security. The platform is further enhanced with Dell PowerEdge R660, R760 and R760xa servers and NVIDIA Quantum-X800 InfiniBand and NVIDIA Spectrum-X Ethernet switches delivered through Dell Rack Integration Services and supported by Dell Support Services. This gives Nscale a robust, scalable foundation to deliver next-generation AI capabilities with uncompromising performance, compliance and control.
Nscale’s momentum: Scaling success across borders
Nscale’s journey since its founding in 2023 has been remarkable. As Karl Havard noted on stage, the company’s ambition for progress and speed give it a real edge. This momentum is evident in its recent milestones:
- Expanded partnership with Microsoft: Delivering hyperscale AI infrastructure across Europe, including in Portugal, and the U.S. in collaboration with Dell.
- Major funding milestones: Closing a $433 million Pre-Series C SAFE and achieving a record-breaking $1.1 billion Series B funding round.
- Flagship projects: Work on initiatives like Stargate UK and Stargate Norway, showcasing its expertise in delivering AI-ready data centers and sovereign computing solutions.
- Strategic technology collaborations: Nscale’s growing network includes leaders like Dell and other key innovators—all focused on building a future-ready AI ecosystem.
These achievements highlight Nscale’s commitment to providing AI infrastructure that is both visionary and practical, supporting organizations and governments globally.
Looking Ahead: A future built on secure AI
As Nscale continues its rapid roll-out of AI initiatives globally—and deepens its collaboration with Microsoft and others—we are excited to support this journey every step of the way. Dell’s role as a trusted AI infrastructure provider helps to ensure Nscale has the scalability, security and expertise required to empower local innovation while meeting global demands.
Together, we are building the foundation for a future where AI is transformative, secure and accessible.
The path ahead is bright, and we are committed to making sure every organization—no matter where it calls home—has the opportunity to move forward, innovate and thrive in the AI era. Learn more about the Dell AI Factory with NVIDIA and how it’s helping empower secure, scalable AI deployments.
