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The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is raising concerns about its significant resource demands and the potential impact on everyday citizens. Online discussions, sparked on Reddit’s r/artificial intelligence forum, highlight how the intensive water and power consumption of sprawling data centers are contributing to higher costs for consumers. Beyond financial burdens, the trend of land acquisition by wealthy individuals and the potential displacement of farmers raise serious questions about economic inequality and control over critical resources like the future food supply. The debate underscores the need for a broader discussion on the social and economic consequences of unchecked AI growth. Learn more on Reddit: [https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1nso7nv/i_cant_stop_thinking_about_how_ai_and/]