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by rybosworld 29 days ago
Lots of American cities and towns are being taken advantage of by the companies building data centers.

Question: why are these huge data centers being built in remote regions and small towns?

Answer: because the companies building the data centers are essentially getting free power and water at the expense of the area's citizens. The only locals who benefit from these projects are the politicians giving the land away.