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AI is driving a data center boom in rural America. Locals are divided on the benefits

Summary

Artificial intelligence (AI) is leading to the construction of many data centers in rural areas of the United States, like central Washington. Some people in these areas are concerned because the data centers might not provide enough jobs and could use a lot of local resources.

Key Facts

  • AI is causing an increase in building data centers in rural America.
  • These data centers are popping up in places like central Washington.
  • Some local residents are skeptical about the benefits of these data centers.
  • Critics are concerned that the centers do not create many jobs.
  • There are worries about the data centers using a lot of local resources.

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