The Unlikely Place at the Center of China’s AI Boom
Wired • 8/21/2026 – 8/22/2026
Summary
A city in Inner Mongolia has become a crucial hub for data centers due to its cheap energy, abundant land, and proximity to Beijing. This has positioned it at the center of China's AI boom.
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