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Iran threatens US data centers and AI facilities in Middle East if attacked

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Iran has warned that US-linked data centers and artificial intelligence facilities in the Middle East could become targets if the United States launches further attacks. Security chief Mohsen Rezaei stated that over $2 trillion in US-linked technology infrastructure in the region could be at risk. He indicated that these assets have not yet been targeted but would be destroyed if hostilities resume, highlighting the critical role of regional technology infrastructure in the US economy. AI

IMPACT Potential disruption to AI infrastructure and supply chains in the Middle East could impact AI development and deployment.

RANK_REASON Statement from a security official about potential targets, not a direct action or release.

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Iran threatens US data centers and AI facilities in Middle East if attacked

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Iran says US-linked data centres and AI facilities in the Middle East could become targets if Washington attacks Iran again. Security chief Mohsen Rezaei told s

    Iran says US-linked data centres and AI facilities in the Middle East could become targets if Washington attacks Iran again. Security chief Mohsen Rezaei told state-run Press TV that more than $2 trillion of US-linked technology infrastructure in the region could be at risk if ho…

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