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Cargo thieves steal $1.3M in AI data center supplies near Chicago
Authorities recovered $1.3 million worth of stolen data center equipment, including $300,000 in copper wire, at a truck stop outside Chicago. The specialized gear is a prime target for theft rings due to its high value, though resale is difficult. The heist highlights supply chain vulnerabilities as AI infrastructure demand surges.
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The theft underscores how the AI boom creates new targets for organized crime, but the specialized nature of the equipment may limit the thieves' ability to profit.
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Cargo thieves target AI data center supplies in $1.3 million heists — $300,000 worth of copper wire and $1 million worth of equipment recovered outside Chicago →
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