This year's World Cup will have 5 billion viewers on platforms

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The article says the 2026 World Cup will create an extreme stress test for global digital infrastructure because of massive streaming, analytics, cloud, and connectivity demands. It highlights the growing importance of data centers, telecom networks, AI-driven processing, and cybersecurity to keep broadcasts and digital experiences running without interruption. It also points to the event’s longer-term impact on host cities, including stronger technology infrastructure, energy systems, and digital ecosystems. The piece frames infrastructure resilience and sustainability as central requirements for supporting both the tournament and modern digital life.

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