The tech bubble's latest offspring is a mad dash to secure natural gas supplies for data centers. From Microsoft in West Texas to Google and Meta in the Lone Star State, these giants are building mammoth plants that could power entire states—potentially at the expense of regular households.
But as natural gas prices rise and supplies tighten, the tech sector may find itself in an uncomfortable position. If winter comes early or demand spikes in homes, who gets to turn up the heat?
The rush for gas also raises ethical questions: should tech giants be allowed to monopolize finite resources? Especially when renewables are available but less practical for other industries.
Reflecting on this AI boom, it seems the digital world is still tethered by the physical one. Will these companies regret their FOMO as they scramble to keep servers running and homes warm?
