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Tue, Jul 14, 2026 · 74 stories · Confirmed
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AI Companies Now Occupy Nearly Half Of All Tracked Tech Office Space

National demand for that space rose 85% this year, more than doubling to 179% in the biggest hubs, per VTS.

  • AI office demand climbed 85% year over year nationwide, per VTS's July 9th report.
  • In major tech hubs, that same demand surged 179% over the past year, VTS found.
  • AI leasing now equals 46% of all active tech office square footage VTS tracks.

Why it matters: When one industry absorbs nearly half the office market, it has become the economy itself.

VTS AI Office Demand Report (VTS press release, July 9, 2026) ↗ · Jul 14, 20267/14/26 · ✓ Checked✓ Check

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