Can the South handle the strain of the data center boom?
Atlanta's data center market is experiencing unprecedented growth, quickly emerging as a leading hub for server farms in the U.S. Driven by soaring demand for data storage and processing power—largely fueled by the rise of AI technologies—the city is becoming a magnet for major tech giants. Yet, this rapid expansion comes with significant challenges. These sprawling facilities, essential for powering everything from cloud services to AI applications, consume vast amounts of energy and water. As the demand for data centers continues to climb, so too do concerns about their impact on vital resources. Credits: Getty Images | Jasper Chatbox | Tesla | Pexels | Microsoft | Google | ChatGPT | Dice | Georgia Power | WSJ | The Times | Politico | Reuters | Edged | Switch | Goldman Sachs | University of Tulsa | Washington Post | CBRE
Why most banana pudding doesn't taste like banana
Most banana pudding doesn't actually taste much like banana. The fix? Build banana flavor into the pudding itself. Presented by Kroger.
Researcher accessed Flock cameras that had no passwords
YouTuber and security researcher Benn Jordan says he found dozens of Flock cameras online with no usernames, no passwords and unencrypted footage. Credits: AJC
Two rescued beluga whales settle into new home at Georgia Aquarium
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Atlanta police find missing sisters in locked trailer
Body-worn camera footage released by the Atlanta Police Department captures the moment officers found two missing sisters. Credits: Atlanta Police Department