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South Carolina’s AI Bet and the Costs | Charleston News
South Carolina is betting big on AI, pouring $80 million into data centers—nearly triple its previous investment—to fuel tech-driven economic growth, which has already added $52 billion to the state’s economy. But experts warn not all data centers are equal, and the real challenge lies in matching these investments with smart planning: energy demands, infrastructure gaps, and rising electricity costs could derail progress. One county has even paused new approvals amid community pushback, exposing a lack of centralized oversight that leaves local governments scrambling for answers. The key?…
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