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AI data centre boom forcing global insurance reset as accumulation risks surge — Swiss Re Institute

Hyperscaler capital spending is projected to exceed US$600bn in 2026, with about US$450bn (75%) directly tied to AI data centre infrastructure.
Ai data centre boom forcing global insurance reset as accumulation risks surge swiss re institute rein asia

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March 30, 2026

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