Electrical parts shortage may delay almost half US AI projects
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The rush to build new AI data centers across the US is slowing down, thanks to a shortage of key electrical parts.
Even big projects in Texas are feeling the pinch; almost half of this year's planned centers might get delayed or scrapped, despite all the money being poured in.
Alphabet and Amazon hit roadblocks
It's not just about AI: missing parts like transformers are also stalling broader electrification efforts.
With US factories unable to keep up, companies are relying more on Chinese imports, which isn't easy with ongoing trade tensions.
Tech heavyweights like Alphabet and Amazon are now facing real roadblocks in getting their new projects online.