Big Tech's AI Infrastructure: A Case of Prudent Investment or Excessive Expenditure?

The rapid advancement and proliferation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have spurred a significant surge in investment from major technology companies, often referred to as "Big Tech," within the United States. A substantial portion of this investment is directed towards the construction and maintenance of vast data centers and the development or procurement of cutting-edge AI chips. This essay will explore the multifaceted debate surrounding whether this expenditure constitutes a necessary strategic investment in future technological dominance or an overzealous, potentially unsustainable spending spree. Both sides of the argument will be examined, and a list of the top eight AI data center builders in the USA will be provided.