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Worldwide spending on data center systems is projected to reach 260 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, marking a significant 10 percent increase from 2023. This growth reflects the ongoing digital transformation across industries and the increasing demand for advanced computing capabilities. The surge in data center investments is closely tied to the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence technologies, particularly with the wake of generative AI.
AI chips fuel market growth
The rise in data center spending aligns with the booming AI chip market, which is expected to reach 92 billion U.S. dollars by 2025. Nvidia has emerged as a leader in this space, with its data center revenue skyrocketing due to the crucial role its GPUs play in training and running large language models like ChatGPT. The global GPU market, valued at 65 billion U.S. dollars in 2024, is a key driver of this growth, powering advancements in machine learning and deep learning applications.
Semiconductor industry adapts to AI demands
The broader semiconductor industry is also evolving to meet the demands of AI technologies. With global semiconductor revenues surpassing 526 billion U.S. dollars in 2023, the market is expected to approach 611 billion U.S. dollars in 2024. AI chips are becoming increasingly prevalent in servers, data centers and storage infrastructures. This trend is reflected in the data centers and storage semiconductor market, which is projected to grow from 78 billion U.S. dollars in 2023 to 136 billion U.S. dollars by 2025, driven by the development of image sensors and edge AI processors.
