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Hardware·3d ago·all news from July 12, 2026

The fight against AI data centers is just beginning

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure is driving a surge in data center construction across the United States. As high power demands force developers to seek locations outside of traditional tech hubs, specialized construction and electrical trade workers are seeing increased demand in new regions.

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