AI Investment Bust Seen Less Likely With Data-Center Backlash
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Local backlash against data centers raises siting and permitting risk—but by capping overbuild, it may also prevent a classic boom-bust in AI infra. For operators, this means more competition for high-quality sites and power, and a stronger case for hybrid or regional diversification.
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