Explore how energy infrastructure serves as the critical foundation for resilient AI ecosystems in this conference talk from BSidesLV. Examine the vulnerabilities in current energy systems, including transformer shortages and foreign dependencies that threaten AI operations. Analyze the cascading effects that energy disruptions can have on artificial intelligence systems, national security, and global competitiveness. Learn why energy resilience, rather than just algorithmic advancement, may be the determining factor in achieving AI dominance. Discover the interconnected relationship between power infrastructure and AI capabilities, and understand how energy security challenges could reshape the future of artificial intelligence development and deployment. Gain insights into the strategic importance of building robust energy systems to support the growing computational demands of AI technologies.