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 […]
Large AI Data Center Remains Unused Until the 2030s as Microsoft Withdraws
A major tech company has decided to withdraw from a significant artificial intelligence data center initiative while the developer seeks alternative energy options. Microsoft has halted its plan to invest in a supercomputer at Nscale’s AI data center in Loughton, England, which was expected to be the largest in the U.K. The BBC reported this […]
St. Louis plans to create a $3 billion technology center, but the data center at its core is facing opposition.
St. Louis, known primarily as the historic brewing capital of the United States, is trying to reshape its identity by becoming a regional tech hub. It’s making moves towards establishing a large technology park centered around a sizable data center—a project that has, however, sparked public dissent and legal disputes. With a population of about […]
Data reveals a significant decline in dinner party hosting in America since 1995.
Survey reveals sharp decline in American dinner parties A recent survey highlighted by The Atlantic indicates a significant drop in the hosting of dinner parties among Americans. The rates have plummeted from 42% in 1975 to a mere 12% in 2026. A panel on ‘Outnumbered’ explored the factors behind this decline, reflecting on changes in […]
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 […]
Ways to reduce app tracking and protect your location information from data brokers
Nobody really needs to follow you to know what you’re up to. Your phone can keep track of where you go, and, surprisingly, some of that information can be accessed by various companies. Think about your pharmacy, the cardiologist you see, or even that support group you might prefer to keep private. It’s kind of […]
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 […]