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by JumpCrisscross 11 days ago
> If a datacenter brings infrastructure with it, such as telecom, grid, and water

Or just tax revenue. Big Tech struck some super shady deals–it's caused a backlash. But that doesn't mean the other end of the pendulum's swing makes sense. If your town needs new roads or more teachers or doctors, having an multibillion-dollar immovable asset in its midst is an obvious advantage.