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Paraguay Risks Becoming a Cheap Power Source for Foreign Data Centers, Expert Warns

DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE

Luis Benítez, a cybersecurity expert, cautions that Paraguay may not benefit significantly from foreign investments in data centers, as much of the capital will not circulate within the local economy. He warns that the country could merely serve as a low-cost electricity source for large tech companies. The projected future data center projects highlight Paraguay's energy consumption potential, with a significant energy demand from companies seeking to capitalize on low electricity rates in the region.

Paraguay Risks Becoming a Cheap Power Source for Foreign Data Centers, Expert Warns
Feb 25, 2026, 2:00 PM

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