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Power prices are up 76% on America’s biggest grid, and a watchdog is pointing fingers

Low Severity Oceania American Samoa
Date Occurred May 15, 2026 15:45 UTC
Event Type Technology
Source TechCrunch
Recorded May 15, 2026
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Prices have nearly doubled in the largest U.S. grid thanks to surging demand from data centers.

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https://techcrunch.com/2026/05/15/power-prices-are-up-76-on-americas-biggest-grid-and-a-watchdog-is-pointing-fingers/
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American Samoa flag American Samoa
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Capital Pago Pago
Population 48,526
GDP / Capita $8000.0
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  • ID #1430
  • Type Technology
  • Region Oceania
  • Severity Low
  • Indexed May 15, 2026
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