After a Missouri city endorses a $6B data center, upset voters retaliate at the polls.
In a small town in Missouri, voters have ousted four city council members who backed a $6 billion data center project, despite strong local dissent. Residents of Festus, which has around 14,000 inhabitants and lies about 55 miles south of St. Louis, are understandably upset. Just days after the council voted in favor of the […]
Four current city council members removed after backlash over $6 billion data center in Missouri
Voter Backlash Over Data Center in Missouri A proposed $6 billion data center in a Missouri city led to significant voter backlash, resulting in the ousting of four City Council members who were seeking re-election. These incumbents were defeated by substantial margins, and the Council is set to meet on Wednesday, albeit without a quorum. […]
Voters Remove Half of Missouri City Council for Approving $6 Billion AI Data Center
Missouri Town Votes Out Council Members Over AI Data Center Support On Tuesday, voters in Festus, Missouri, made a significant decision, expelling four city council members who supported an AI data center in the vicinity. Just a week prior, these council members had voted to approve the $6 billion project, stirring up considerable backlash among […]
FBI alerts about data dangers from apps created overseas
It may seem routine—downloading an app and just tapping “Allow.” But the FBI has a warning: this simple action might expose you to more data collection than you realize. In a recent alert from the Internet Crime Complaint Center, experts indicated that numerous popular apps in the U.S. are created by foreign firms, especially those […]
Wisconsin City Approves the Nation’s First Measure Against Data Centers
Voters in Suburban Milwaukee Approve Measure to Limit Data Centers In a significant decision, voters in Port Washington, Wisconsin, overwhelmingly supported a measure on Tuesday aimed at restricting future data centers in the area, with a reported two-to-one margin. The residents who initiated this voter referendum believe it marks a shift in strategy against data […]
Is the XRP Rise Real or Just an Illusion? Here’s What the Data Shows
XRP’s Recent Market Moves Under Scrutiny XRP’s recent activity prompts a significant question: Is this an authentic shift in trend or just a brief surge within an ongoing bearish pattern? Although the short-term candlestick patterns may seem encouraging, the price hasn’t yet established a new high, and resistance remains strong, hinting at some underlying weaknesses. […]
Thirteen shots fired at an Indianapolis official’s front door raises concerns about violent resistance to data centers: ‘Very disturbing’
Concerns Rise Over Violent Protests Against Data Centers A disturbing incident at the home of an Indianapolis City Council member has sparked fears that protests against data centers, which support artificial intelligence, are escalating in violence. Ron Gibson, who has served as an Indianapolis City-County councilman for three terms, reported that 13 shots were fired […]
CareCloud cyberattack heightens worries about patient data
CareCloud Faces Major Security Incident Healthcare data breaches seem never-ending, and the latest incident involves CareCloud, which has reported a significant security breach. The hack reportedly allowed unauthorized access to a system containing electronic medical records, although it’s not confirmed whether patient data itself was accessed. This breach, occurring on March 16, lasted over eight […]
Councilman’s House Reportedly Shot At Following Vote for New Data Center
Indianapolis City Councilman Targeted in Shooting Incident Early Monday morning, an Indianapolis City Councilman’s residence was reportedly shot at 13 times while he and his 8-year-old son slept inside. This incident occurred just days after police supported a contentious data center proposal that has prompted months of local protests. Ron Gibson, a Democrat set to […]
Indianapolis council member reports shots fired at home following data center decision, message found
Gunfire Targets Indianapolis City Councilman’s Home An Indianapolis City Councilman reported that gunfire was directed at his home while he was inside with his son on Sunday night. This incident happened after he backed a controversial data center proposal. Ron Gibson, a Democrat representing the 8th District, stated that the shooting took place around 12:45 […]