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Princeton launches AI initiative; Google data center costs revealed in Arkansas leak

Princeton University has launched a new academic unit called Data and Intelligent Systems (DaIS) to advance AI and data science research and education. Meanwhile, in Arkansas, leaked documents reveal that Google will pay significantly less than expected for its solar facility powering its data centers in Jefferson County, with the full power draw of its West Memphis project also disclosed. AI

IMPACT Princeton's new initiative may foster AI talent, while the Arkansas leak highlights cost structures for large-scale data center operations.

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Princeton launches AI initiative; Google data center costs revealed in Arkansas leak

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