Oracle sends force majeure notice on its New Mexico Stargate data center

What's happening

Oracle has sent a force majeure notice tied to its New Mexico Stargate AI data center, a move that would allow the company to delay payments if the facility misses its 2028 target to come online. The notice frames schedule or delivery problems as excusable under force majeure and appears intended to shield Oracle from financial or contractual penalties tied to the controversial project. The action follows public scrutiny and debate over the Stargate data center.

Why it's trending

Because the Stargate project is high-profile and missing a 2028 operational target would have major financial and reputational consequences, prompting Oracle to lock in legal protections now.

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