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One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
TechCrunchSaturday, July 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.
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What happened
A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.
Why it matters
Technology shifts change how people work, communicate, and build — often faster than policy can follow.
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Timeline
TechCrunch published: One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
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Economic impact
Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to AI and One.
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