YEREVAN, Armenia, Feb. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Firebird, a U.S.-based AI cloud and infrastructure company, has unveiled Phase Two of its ambitious AI supercomputing megaproject. The initiative, which has secured U.S. export licensing and regulatory approvals, involves the sale and delivery of an additional 41,000 NVIDIA GB300 graphics processing units (GPUs) to Armenia.
This expansion will significantly bolster Armenia’s technological capabilities, establishing it as home to one of the world’s five largest AI GPU clusters. With an investment totaling $4 billion USD, the project represents a landmark in technology-driven capital investments in the country’s history.
The announcement took place during an official visit to Yerevan by U.S. Vice President JD Vance, who shared the details at a press briefing alongside Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Rev Lebaredian, Vice President of Omniverse and Simulation Technology at NVIDIA, and Firebird co-founders Razmig Hovaghimian and Alexander Yesayan.
Prime Minister Pashinyan noted, “I am pleased to note that the Memorandum signed between Armenia and the United States on August 8 in the areas of semiconductors and artificial intelligence will bring to life the megaproject by Firebird to build an artificial intelligence factory and a data center in Armenia. I hope that close and transparent cooperation established between Armenia and the United States in the high-tech sector will allow us to further develop and strengthen the mutually beneficial partnership between Armenian and U.S. companies.”
U.S. Vice President Vance emphasized the significance of the project, stating, “Today marks a new beginning for cooperation between Armenia and the United States. The Prime Minister mentioned this incredible tech deal: the United States proudly approved this wonderful technical agreement for NVIDIA. This means new markets and new jobs, both for the American workforce and companies, as well as for Armenia.” He highlighted that the advanced chips being deployed are not available in most countries, marking a significant technological advancement for Armenia.
The newly acquired U.S. export license facilitates the sale and import of high-performance NVIDIA hardware into Armenia, ensuring that the project adheres to U.S. regulatory standards while fostering institutional trust in the initiative.
Phase Two builds upon Firebird’s previously announced Phase One, which involved a $500 million investment that laid the groundwork for Armenia’s inaugural high-performance AI computing cluster. Together, these two phases represent a transformative leap in the nation’s technological infrastructure, enabling research across various fields, including life sciences, robotics, space exploration, and next-generation AI applications.
Razmig Hovaghimian, co-founder and CEO of Firebird, remarked, “Firebird extends U.S. AI technology leadership globally, aligned with our vision of enabling AI for the benefit of all. This new cluster establishes Armenia as a global supercomputing hub, demonstrating how trusted U.S. infrastructure can power emerging economies.” He expressed gratitude to both the U.S. and Armenian governments for facilitating the partnership that allows American technology to have a global impact.
The megaproject aims to cultivate a sustainable and competitive technology ecosystem in Armenia, anchored in secure infrastructure and robust international partnerships. As Firebird advances into Phase Two, the initiative serves as a compelling example of how cross-border collaboration and aligned regulatory frameworks can yield significant national benefits.
As the project progresses, it highlights the importance of international cooperation in fostering technological innovation and economic growth, positioning Armenia as an emerging player in the global AI landscape.
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