Houston is entering a new era as Apple and Nvidia set plans to open high-tech facilities focused on artificial intelligence. Long known for its oil and gas industries, the city is now attracting attention as a potential hub for advanced manufacturing.

Nvidia is preparing to launch a cutting-edge supercomputer production site within the next year, while Apple is designing a 250,000-square-foot AI server facility slated for completion by 2026. These efforts reflect broader trends in reshoring manufacturing and embracing automation, especially in response to global trade tensions.

Houston’s central location, cost-effective energy, and pool of skilled workers make it an attractive choice for this tech shift. If all goes well, the move could bring thousands of jobs and help reshape the city’s economy beyond its traditional roots.