The EU is ready to bet billions on data centers. Not all countries want in. β POLITICO

- The European Union has launched an industrial policy plan to build AI infrastructure, prompting member states to invest billions in data center "gigafactories" to avoid falling behind technologically.
- Of the 27 EU governments, 18 have pledged funding, with France, Denmark, Poland, and the Czech Republic committing β¬100 million each for smaller facilities.
- Larger investments of β¬200 million are planned by Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, and Greece to support more extensive infrastructure.
- Despite the push, some politicians and experts are criticizing the initiative, questioning the long-term business case and economic viability of these massive investments.
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