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Power Shortage Threatens Datacenter Expansion Amid AI Investment Surge

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

A power shortage is expected to limit datacenter expansion, contradicting optimistic growth forecasts. The Uptime Institute's report indicates that the electrical grid cannot keep pace with the rapid development of new server farms, which may hinder industry growth. Concurrently, datacenter capital expenditure is projected to rise significantly, reaching $1.6 trillion by 2030, driven by AI infrastructure investments despite concerns of a potential bubble.

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