Robo.ai Inc. and Tachyon9 have joined forces to deliver high-performance AI infrastructure across APAC and MENA, marking a significant step in addressing global compute bottlenecks. The JV plans a 20 MW facility for large language model training, leveraging liquid cooling, edge micro data centers, and CapEx-efficient designs, targeting a $6–10B regional AI infrastructure market.
Strategically, the partnership combines Tachyon9’s U.S. data center innovation with Robo.ai’s regional robotics and edge expertise, creating a vertically integrated platform—from chips to physical infrastructure. This ensures stable, scalable, and cost-efficient AI compute, a critical advantage amid global LLM training demand and constrained capacity.
The move also underscores the rising importance of edge and liquid-cooled micro data centers in regions with growing AI adoption but limited high-density compute availability. By localising infrastructure in APAC and MENA, the JV reduces latency, optimises energy efficiency, and strengthens regional AI ecosystems.
From an industry perspective, the collaboration reflects a broader trend: AI-first infrastructure is no longer just cloud-based; it requires strategic partnerships, vertical integration, and regional deployment to meet enterprise demand. For investors and enterprises, this signals an opportunity to tap into markets where AI compute is scarce yet critical for competitive advantage.
Overall, the Robo.ai–Tachyon9 joint venture positions the partners to lead next-generation AI infrastructure, bridging compute gaps while enabling rapid adoption of LLMs and AI-driven applications in high-growth markets.
