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Microsoft pulls out of Nscale's Loughton AI data centre after UK grid delay
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The Guardian reports Microsoft ended its agreement as the expected anchor tenant after UK Power Networks said it could not supply enough power to the Essex site until the early to mid 2030s. Nscale says it remains committed, is exploring alternative power sources, and that the grid issue does not affect its other contracts.
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