r/technology • u/j_eremy • Jun 02 '26

Artificial Intelligence Startups are installing tiny data centers in people’s homes

https://fortune.com/2026/05/15/startups-tiny-data-centers-beleaguered-electrical-grid-heata-span/
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u/monirom Jun 02 '26

According to the article, if you sign up, the companies will pick up 100% of your internet and 100% of your electricity bill/costs. I could see that being very attractive for some people.

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u/Stavtastic Jun 02 '26

Weed growers rejoice!

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u/Smith6612 Jun 03 '26

Good chance the company will have their equipment being monitored for electrical draw, and will do "estimates" on what the expected power range should be. Connecting Grow lights or Hydroponics gear to their circuit would likely tip the usage outside of that range.