[Google Plans to Invest $40 Billion in Texas to Build Three New Data Centers] According to a report by Jinse Finance, Google plans to invest $40 billion in Texas to build three new data centers, expanding its presence as competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic PBC advance multi-billion-dollar investment plans in the state. In a statement on Friday, Google said the investment will continue through 2027. One of the data centers will be located in Armstrong County, Texas, while the other two will be in Haskell County. One of the facilities in Haskell will be co-located with a new solar and battery storage facility to reduce the impact on the power grid. "This investment will create thousands of jobs, provide skills training for college students and electrical apprentices, and accelerate energy affordability programs across Texas," said Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai at an event near Dallas, where the company already has two data centers.