TECHNOLOGYJul 29 · 09:09 UTCBUSINESS INSIDERNatalie Musumeci ([email protected])

Sam Altman says he gets why people don't want AI data centers in their backyard

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, acknowledged communities' concerns about AI data centers being built nearby and suggested constructing them in remote areas like deserts to minimize impact. He highlighted industry advancements in cooling technology and the shift toward renewable energy sources to address environmental concerns.

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