Putting AI servers inside tents, officially called “rapid deployment structures,” is one of the more unique approaches to the AI build-out, Thomas said. They’re certainly not as sturdy as physical buildings made from steel and concrete, with one commenter comparing it to the “classic $10k racing bike with a $9 lock” situation.

Can’t see this situation going wonky anytime in the future…

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    Really, my only guess is a cold war style arms race with other AI companies. I can’t tell if they are getting any value from the extra compute or if it is just PR to say “look at all we have.”

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      When you steal money from the public it is best to piss it away… money to burn… use it or lose it.