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Oracle’s move of its headquarters to Tennessee signifies a push towards more domestic, onshore operations. Data centers and AI infrastructure are popping up in red states like Texas, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania, reflecting a geographic shift in tech employment. This naturally favors local workers, who can expect more high-paying jobs in AI, data center construction, and infrastructure support.
Moreover, the broader labor market is experiencing a push away from remote work, which further concentrates employment opportunities in regions hosting data centers and AI hubs. This geographic concentration could lead to increased economic activity in those regions but may also pressure workers to relocate.