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AI Infrastructure and Data Centers Expansion

The increasing demand for AI is driving a massive expansion of data center infrastructure, leading to significant investments from companies like Microsoft and Meta. This expansion is also creating challenges related to energy consumption, community impact, and the need for skilled technical personnel.

Detected: 2026-01-18 · Updated: 2026-01-18

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