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AI data centers just got a government-mandated fast lane to the grid

TechCrunchPublished Jun 18, 2026

The U.S. government has introduced a policy to prioritize AI data centers' access to the electrical grid, aiming to support the growing energy demands of AI infrastructure. This move is intended to accelerate AI development by ensuring reliable and expedited power supply to these facilities.

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