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OpenAI has partnered with Google Cloud to offer its AI models, including GPT-6 Astra, through Google Cloud's Model Garden and Marketplace. This allows enterprise customers to purchase access using existing Google Cloud spending commitments. The deal expands OpenAI's corporate reach and makes Google Cloud the only hyperscale provider offering access to all three major closed-source LLM ecosystems. This follows OpenAI's similar partnerships with Amazon Web Services and Microsoft.

Google will fund a 1GW virtual power plant with Voltus on the PJM grid, adding 1,070MW to a prior 100MW agreement. The plant aggregates spare capacity from businesses and homes, reducing grid strain and saving participants money. Google aims to support grid reliability and local communities. This is Google's second major power deal this month, following an 890MW nuclear power agreement.

OpenAI will offer its AI models on Google Cloud, marking a shift after years of competition. Google Cloud's revenue grew 82% in Q2, with strong operating margins. Alphabet (GOOGL) faces competition and rising costs, with Q3 earnings upcoming. According to Ramp, most business AI spending goes to OpenAI and Anthropic.

Tucows' Ting Fiber subsidiary will transfer a $322.8M fiber lease in Colorado Springs to Google Fiber by March 31, 2027. The agreement replaces Ting as the tenant for the remaining lease term, with Tucows' parent guaranty ending post-closing. The deal is subject to customary conditions.

Google and Voltus expanded their agreement to build a 1-gigawatt virtual power plant in the PJM grid region. The project aggregates flexible energy capacity from businesses and homes, offering economic benefits to participants. This follows a 100-megawatt agreement earlier this year, marking a significant expansion.

Alphabet's (GOOGL) Google has partnered with OpenAI to offer its latest models, including GPT-6 Astra and Codex, on Google Cloud. This deal allows enterprise customers to access OpenAI's tools through Google Cloud's Model Garden and Marketplace, leveraging existing spending commitments. The move aims to strengthen Google Cloud's position as a neutral AI platform, potentially increasing enterprise relationships and revenue, despite competing with OpenAI in generative AI.