We talked to over 1,300 data center decision makers around the world about the predicted impact of AI. While the predictions are wide-ranging, there is agreement that the biggest impacts will be felt first in data centers. From the predicted annual growth rate to the amount of power needed to fuel the AI explosion, this white paper drills down into the details of how successful data centers will adapt to the coming changes.
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