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Hardware·Jul 25·all news from July 25, 2026

One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.

A recent power line failure in Northern Virginia highlighted vulnerabilities in how data centers manage unexpected grid disruptions. This incident underscores the growing infrastructure strain caused by the rising electricity demands of artificial intelligence facilities and the urgent need for more resilient energy distribution strategies.

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