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The Fight for Appalachia: From Coal Ruins to AI Wars: Why West Virginia Residents Are Fighting Back
In a bid to attract tech firms, West Virginia recently passed groundbreaking legislation encouraging the use of natural gas and coal to power artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. But what seemed like a step toward economic progress has ignited a firestorm of local resistance, with residents in Tucker County determined to protect their environment, communities, and way of life.

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1 day ago


Big Trouble for META’s Big AI Plans? Trouble Brewing in Big Tech???
META’s AI Delays Raise Red Flags for the AI Industry

Platocom
May 16


The True Cost of the AI Revolution: Data Centers' Impact on Rural Communities
The U.S. is projected to invest over $1 trillion in data centers in the coming years, and data centers are expected to account for 12% of total U.S. electricity usage.

Platocom
May 1


Quantum Computing and the Looming Energy Crisis: A Call for Strategic Action
As the world approaches the quantum computing revolution, a critical challenge looms large: energy supply.

Platocom
Mar 21


AI Data Centers: High-Tech Infrastructure, Low Job Impact
Politicians and business leaders often promote AI data centers as major job creators, but are they?

Platocom
Mar 13


Apple's $500 Billion U.S. AI/Data Center Investment: A Bold Move with Big Questions
Apple's investment and TSMC partnership aim to position the company as a leader in the AI race, competing with OpenAI, Google & Microsoft.

Platocom
Feb 27


The Battle for OpenAI: Musk's Bid and the Microsoft Partnership
How would Elon Musk's potential $97.4B acquisition of OpenAI's nonprofit arm affect Microsoft's interests, given its $13B investment?

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Feb 11


Data Centers Are Popping Up Everywhere, Yet Some Are Saying "Not Here"
U.S. communities and politicians are pushing back against data centers

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Jan 7


The Chip Industry's Evolving Landscape (& Its Impact on Data Centers)
Chips are crucial to the data center industry, enabling the processing, storage, and transmission of vast amounts of data.

Platocom
Dec 19, 2024


Kenya: Transforming Energy-Electrical Power Systems and Powering Data Centers
Kenya's data center market is rapidly growing, attracting US companies and investors.

Platocom
Dec 2, 2024


Powering the Future: Why Data Centers Are Embracing Nuclear Energy
The data center industry's growing demand for sustainable and reliable energy sources has led to increased interest in nuclear power

Platocom
Nov 20, 2024


AI’s Power Grab Explained: Our Digital Lives Depend on Data Centers, and AI is pushing the Power Grid.
AI’s Power Grab Explained: Our Digital Lives Depend on Data Centers

Platocom
Sep 18, 2024


AI, Offshore Wind, Job Augmentation and Google in The UK
We explore the complex relationship between AI, energy consumption, and job dynamics, with a spotlight on Google's initiatives.

Platocom
Jul 25, 2024


The Energy Dilemma: Can AI, Cloud Storage & Cloud Computing Coexist Sustainably?
As AI and cloud tech evolve, they reshape industries but pose challenges in energy use, sustainability, and economic impact, needing careful

Platocom
Jul 18, 2024


"Hi Siri. Will AI's Need for Energy Lead Us to An Energy Crisis?"
Heatwaves and the energy demands of AI technologies are drawing increased attention to USA's energy capacity.

Platocom
Jul 11, 2024


Exploring Green Data Centers: Success Stories and Innovations
Achieving green data centers involves a combination of innovative technologies, strategic resource use, and a commitment to renewable energy

Platocom
Jun 14, 2024


The Road Ahead: Innovations and Strategies for Greener Data Centers
Data centers, vital for our digital world, consume 1% of global electricity. Green tech innovation is key for sustainability

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Jun 6, 2024


Data Centers Struggle Between Growth and Green Practices
A move towards green data centers isn't a trend but a vital necessity in our battle against climate change, as well as in data protection.

Platocom
May 30, 2024


The Future of Data Centers: Building and Decommissioning
As data demand rises, building new data centers is crucial. Equally vital is proper decommissioning to manage outdated hardware effectively.

Platocom
May 16, 2024


Will We Ever Run Out of Cloud Storage?
So is the cloud infrastructure robust enough to cope with our future needs?

Platocom
May 9, 2024
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