Texas pauses data center grid connections as power demand surges

Texas has temporarily halted new data center connections to its power grid due to overwhelming electricity demand. The move comes despite Governor Greg Abbott previously promoting Texas as a premier destination for AI infrastructure and data centers. Rapid growth in the data center industry has placed significant strain on the state's power grid. Authorities are pausing new connections to manage grid stability and prevent potential overload. The decision highlights the growing tension between aggressive tech sector expansion and energy infrastructure capacity in Texas.