On Election Day, residents in 13 states will determine the future of data centers in their communities.
Voters across 13 states are gearing up to make important decisions about data centers this Tuesday, marking a significant moment for the future of artificial intelligence. There are a total of 41 measures related to data centers on the ballots this November, as reported by Ballotpedia. These measures often focus on local issues, including whether […]
AI Leader Anthropic Cautions That Surge in Data Centers May Drive Up Local Natural Gas Costs
Artificial intelligence leader Anthropic has raised concerns with investors about the impact of data centers competing for natural gas, which could lead to increased fuel prices in certain regions. This alert was included in its Form S-1 registration statement, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as part of its initial public offering plans […]
Mehmet Oz addresses Queens adult day care centers regarding the investigation into Medicaid fraud.
FLUSHING, N.Y. — Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, visited two senior care centers in New York City to address concerns over suspected Medicaid fraud. This incident, which was exclusively covered by Fox News Digital, involved Oz questioning employees about their billing practices. Accompanied by senior federal health […]
Anthropic faces a huge $81 billion loss and cautions about potential pushback on data centers while the Amodei siblings receive modest pay.
Anthropic, the AI powerhouse based in San Francisco, reported a staggering net loss of $80.7 billion in the first half of 2026, primarily due to accounting charges. The company raised concerns regarding the increasing opposition to data centers, which could pose a risk to its business operations. As Anthropic gears up for a major IPO […]
Kansas Democrat Adam Hamilton, who profited significantly from Big Tech stocks, is now distancing himself from the surge in AI data centers.
Kansas Senate Candidate’s AI Investment Dilemma WASHNGTON — Adam Hamilton, a Democratic candidate for the Kansas Senate, voiced doubts about artificial intelligence becoming a “Tower of Babel,” but he has investments worth up to $4 million in companies developing AI infrastructure and data centers in his state. The Methodist minister, aiming to unseat Republican Senator […]
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Issues Compliance Notices to 156 Data Centers Regarding Water Usage Reporting
Texas AG’s Office Sends Compliance Letters to Data Centers On Thursday, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office announced that it has dispatched letters to 156 data center developments across over 30 counties. The letters urge these centers to adhere to state regulations regarding water usage reporting. According to a news release, the communication instructs data […]
Parents Group Provides Guide to Help Families Distinguish Between Good and Bad Data Centers
A conservative parents’ organization is urging families to reconsider the narrative around data centers coming to their communities. The American Parents Coalition has put together a guide outlining what parents should ask developers before construction begins, as reported by the Daily Caller News Foundation. This initiative arises amid growing concerns about the impact of data […]
Protester against data centers disrupts Maine Senate debate between Susan Collins and Troy Jackson
Debate Disrupted by Protester in Maine Senate Race During the final debate for the Maine Senate race on Thursday, a protester opposed to data centers interrupted the proceedings, leading to a tense exchange between Republican incumbent Susan Collins and her Democratic opponent, Troy Jackson. This incident occurred about 15 minutes into the debate when Collins […]
Federal Authorities Turn Down Major US Grid Operator’s Proposal to Reduce Power Supply to Data Centers
Federal regulators have turned down a plan aimed at compelling data centers and other large electricity consumers to reduce power usage during grid emergencies. This adds complexity to the management of the rising demand driven by artificial intelligence in these centers. On October 9, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rejected parts of PJM Interconnection’s […]
Utility Companies Face Challenges with ‘Phantom’ AI Data Centers
Electric utilities nationwide are increasing their regulations for new AI data center customers. They’re now demanding binding financial commitments, collateral, and hefty engineering fees to distinguish legitimate projects from those that are merely speculative, often referred to as “phantom” data centers. The Wall Street Journal reports that the surge in electricity demand from AI has […]