Kevin O'Leary says U.S. should speed up data center growth in AI race
U.S. data center construction must speed up to keep pace with China in AI. Modern cooling cuts heat and water concerns, helping growth and national security.
Kevin O'Leary says the U.S. needs to move faster on data center construction if it wants to stay competitive with China in artificial intelligence.
In remarks to Fox News Digital, O'Leary argued that concerns about heat, noise and water use are less significant with newer technology than they were years ago. He said modern aircooled systems and improved chips have changed how data centers are built and operated.
The article says some lawmakers and activists have pushed back against new projects because of local utility costs and environmental concerns, while supporters say the facilities are important for jobs, economic growth and national security. O'Leary and other advocates warn that if U.S. development slows, China could gain an advantage in AI infrastructure over time.