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IDC Raises 2026 AI Infrastructure Spending Forecast to $521.0 Billion; Hyperscaler Combined Capex Expected at $720-740 Billion

ResearchSlicast · November 7, 2026 at 21:09 UTC · Global · Source: IDC
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