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

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has ordered grid operators to expedite interconnection permits for AI data centers, creating a regulatory fast track for infrastructure deployment. According to TechCrunch, however, the move sidesteps a fundamental challenge: while cutting red tape helps, it doesn't address the underlying shortage of available electricity supply.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/18/ai-data-centers-just-go...

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