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Microsoft exits Essex AI data center project over power grid issues
The tech giant pulled its support for Nscale’s Loughton site, leaving the future of the massive facility in doubt.
Data Centers Are Trying to Win Over Gen Z With Field Trips and Coloring Books
As backlash against energy-hungry server hubs grows, the industry is launching a PR offensive targeting your younger siblings' classrooms.
AI technology and extremism: How police are tracking the risks
Law enforcement is monitoring how extremists use AI for harm and tracking potential threats against tech infrastructure and datacenters.
Data Centers: The AI Boom Splitting the GOP Ahead of Midterms
As AI data centers flood into red states, local voters are pushing back, leaving Republican candidates caught between their party leader and their constituents.
Battery storage is now cheaper than gas power for data centers
New research shows battery tech has officially outpaced gas peaking plants in cost-effectiveness, signaling a massive shift for AI energy needs.
Data centers face a major energy reality check from Congress
Bipartisan legislation aims to force tech giants to pay for grid upgrades and shoulder the costs of their massive electricity consumption.
Artificial Intelligence: Foreign adversaries are fueling anti-data center psyops
A top Department of War official claims foreign entities are manipulating public opinion to stall U.S. AI infrastructure and preserve their own competitive edge.
Data Centers: The massive blue-collar hiring spree you didn't see coming
Tech infrastructure is lowkey fueling a massive demand for skilled tradespeople, and the industry says they need way more workers to keep the lights on.
Elon Musk data centers are forcing Mississippi families off their land
The constant noise and pollution from a new power plant in Southaven are pushing residents like Krystal Polk to abandon their multi-generational homes.
xAI data center noise leaves Mississippi homeowners sleepless
Southaven residents are suing Elon Musk’s company over constant, high-pitched noise that they say is wrecking their health and quality of life.
Ukraine data centers face Russian drone strikes targeting digital life
New jet-powered drones are bypassing defenses, leaving thousands without internet as Russia shifts focus to crippling Ukraine's digital infrastructure.
Scotland AI data centers: Why the massive building plans are causing drama
Scotland is becoming the new go-to for giant AI hubs, but locals and climate activists are highkey stressed about the environment and noise.
Data Centers: Washington faces local backlash in AI tech race
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam is pushing a new federal plan to balance national tech dominance with the growing community resistance to data center expansion.
Data Centers: Why rural tax breaks are sparking a massive debate
Big Tech is eyeing rural land for data centers, but experts say these new federal tax perks might not be the win for local communities we're hoping for.
Donald Trump defends Ohio data centers, warns against losing to China
The President is pushing to keep tech growth stateside while backing new legislation to protect local ratepayers from rising energy costs.
Amazon data centers: CEO promises no more NDAs amidst community pushback
AWS is ditching nondisclosure agreements for government deals as it tries to fix its image and kill the data center moratorium trend.
Amazon: Why the new $1B pledge to data center communities is getting side-eyed
The tech giant is promising cash to win over locals, but critics say it's just a distraction from massive environmental baggage.
Fervo Energy completes first enhanced geothermal plant in 23 months
The company finished its Cape Station power plant ahead of schedule, marking a huge milestone for clean, reliable grid energy.
Data Centers: Senate Democrats Block GOP-Led Energy Cost Bill
Senate Dems shut down a Republican bill intended to protect consumers from rising energy costs linked to the AI-fueled data center boom.
Loudoun County AI data centers: Residents fight back against the hum
Homeowners in Virginia are living 200 feet from massive data centers, and the vibes are definitely off.
Data Centers: Protester crashes D.C. party amid national AI debate
A pro-tech event in D.C. turned chaotic when an activist stormed the stage to protest the environmental impact of AI infrastructure.
Senate GOP scraps early break to battle Democrats over energy bills
Republicans are keeping the Senate in session to force a vote on data center costs, hoping to give vulnerable candidates a win before midterms.
Data Centers: Why Pennsylvanians are rejecting a $10K cash bribe
A developer is offering thousands to residents to clear the way for a new data center, but locals are calling it a bribe and protecting their property values.
Microsoft data centers: Why communities want a ‘fair share’ of the profit
Big tech promises to be a 'good neighbor,' but locals in Indiana are asking for receipts instead of one-time donations.
American Infrastructure Alliance: AI giants and unions unite for data centers
A new multimillion-dollar coalition is fighting to keep data center construction alive across seven key states.
Data Centers: The climate reckoning we're ignoring
Tech giants are pushing AI hard, but the massive fossil fuel jump required to keep them running is lowkey becoming a climate disaster.
Palm Beach County pauses AI data center builds over local concerns
Even in President Trump's home turf, locals are hitting the brakes on massive AI infrastructure due to noise, energy costs, and environmental fears.
Ted Cruz: Winning the AI race against China is America's top priority
The Senator claims foreign influence and domestic tech politics are hampering U.S. progress in the global race for AI dominance.
Nscale scores $3.36B in pre-IPO funding to fuel AI data center boom
The British neocloud is gearing up for a massive NYSE debut with backing from Third Point and Nvidia.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang sparks outrage with 'Thanos' AI climate comments
Jensen Huang argues that AI requires 'pain and suffering' to fix climate change, but critics say it’s giving major supervillain vibes.