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Ask Atlanta: Are Georgia's data centers worth the cost?

Georgia has been experiencing a massive data center boom, driven in part by the rapid rise of AI. But are the jobs, investment and technology worth the added strain on power grids, water supplies and local communities? We hit the streets of Atlanta to hear how people feel about one of the state's fastest-growing industries. Credits: AJC | Getty Images

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