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According to a report by Flexential, an increasing number of businesses are turning to third-party colocation data centers for their AI infrastructure needs. The report shows that only 24% of respondents choose to deploy AI hardware on their own premises, while 51% opt to lease rack space in external data centers. This allows companies to process data closer to the network edge. The study also reveals that 94% of IT leaders are willing to pay extra for data centers that use clean or renewable energy sources, demonstrating a growing commitment to reducing carbon emissions. Data center operators are responding to this demand by exploring options such as integrating renewable energy into microgrids. At the same time, organizations are making significant investments in infrastructure and developing in-house AI applications to handle the increasing workloads driven by AI. The adoption of AI is driven by factors such as automation, improved cybersecurity, and the generation of real-time data for better decision-making. Despite the costs involved, organizations are also leveraging AI to address skills gaps, enhance worker efficiency, and boost productivity. To ensure successful AI implementation, it is essential for organizations to have access to sufficient training resources to introduce AI to their employees.