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Texas is at the epicenter of the AI-driven data center boom, attracting billions in investment—but with a twist: Governor Greg Abbott wants these tech giants to pay for the power infrastructure they demand, not taxpayers. Former President Trump disagrees, calling it a missed economic opportunity and urging Texas to embrace AI as its next big energy and economic frontier. Industry leaders are split—some worry Abbott’s stance could scare off investors who’ve already committed, while others, like one executive building a self-powered campus, see their approach as the smart solution to grid…
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