Data Centers are Increasingly Becoming Targets in Iran War
The growing importance of artificial intelligence and digital technology has created a new challenge in modern warfare. Data centers, which were once seen mainly as business facilities that stored information and supported online services, are now becoming strategic targets during conflicts. The ongoing Iran war has highlighted how critical digital infrastructure can become a major part of global security concerns. For many years, data centers were mostly threatened by cyberattacks, hacking attempts, and online disruptions. However, recent events have introduced a different type of danger: physical attacks. Data centers that support cloud computing, artificial intelligence systems, and government services are increasingly being viewed as valuable…