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BlackRock leads US data center investment, gains favor in Texas politics

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BlackRock has emerged as the leading investor in data centers nationwide, with a significant focus on Texas. The investment firm's growing influence in the tech infrastructure sector has shifted its public perception, particularly within the Republican party, where it has transitioned from being a perceived adversary to a favored entity. AI

IMPACT Increased investment in data centers may support the growth of AI infrastructure.

RANK_REASON Significant investment in infrastructure by a major financial firm. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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BlackRock leads US data center investment, gains favor in Texas politics

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    Top story: BlackRock is now the largest investor in data centers in both # Texas and across the nation. We used public documents to trace how this investment gi

    Top story: BlackRock is now the largest investor in data centers in both # Texas and across the nation. We used public documents to trace how this investment giant went from public enemy to Republican darling. https://www. texasobserver.org/blackrock-te xas-comeback-esg-blacklist…

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