President Donald Trump has issued an executive order directing the Department of Energy’s national laboratories to develop an artificial intelligence platform in collaboration with leading AI companies. The initiative is aimed at harnessing vast government data reserves to boost research and innovation in emerging technologies. The order comes as part of a broader effort to strengthen the United States’ position in the global AI race, with the administration emphasizing the importance of leveraging domestic expertise and resources.
The project will be spearheaded by the Aurora supercomputer, designed in part by a subsidiary of Hewlett Packard Enterprises (HPE). Construction of this powerful machine is underway at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, where it will serve as a cornerstone of the AI research initiative. The Aurora supercomputer is expected to process massive datasets, enabling researchers to develop more advanced AI models that can be applied across various industries, from healthcare to national security.
Trump’s decision reflects the administration’s focus on fostering technological leadership and economic growth through strategic public-private partnerships. While the initiative does not directly involve financial markets or currency, it underscores the administration’s commitment to advancing cutting-edge technologies that could have long-term implications for national competitiveness.