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Hardware·4d ago·all news from August 1, 2026

AI Power Demands Spur Builders to Seek Billions in Bank Pledges

Data center developers are seeking billions of dollars in bank loans to fund the extensive electrical infrastructure required to support expanding AI operations. This trend reflects growing concerns that current power grids cannot handle the increased demand, potentially forcing developers to abandon projects and leaving local utility customers to cover the costs of grid upgrades.

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