Ohio Cancels Data Center Tax Relief Following Billion-Dollar Prediction Mistake
The Republican governor of Ohio, Mike DeWine, has decided to pause the state’s data center tax cuts after realizing they have cost significantly more than anticipated—over $1 billion more, to be exact. This was quite a surprise, as the Ohio Department of Taxation initially expected a tax revenue loss of about $136 million for 2025, […]
Around 8% of the nation was uninsured in 2025, according to new data. This number may increase next year.
Uninsured Rate Expected to Hold Steady NEW YORK — A recent study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that about 8% of Americans will lack health insurance in 2025. While this percentage reflects a significant decrease from prior years across various age groups, there are concerns that the trend might reverse due […]
Data breach at 7-Eleven associated with ShinyHunters reveals personal information of franchise owners
When you think of stopping by a 7-Eleven, it’s usually for coffee, snacks, or gas, not for anything related to data breaches. Yet, recently, this convenience store chain faced a significant issue. The data breach was flagged by the notification service Have I Been Pwned, which noted that around 185,000 unique email addresses were compromised. […]
US military members are said to be under threat from location data.
Military Personnel Targeted by Commercial Location Data U.S. military personnel in combat zones are facing risks from readily available location data, as indicated by a report from military sources, which highlights the evolving nature of warfare driven by a global surveillance economy. A letter to Reuters from U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, a Democrat from Oregon, […]
Stock futures remain mostly steady as Wall Street waits for important April inflation data: Live updates
Market Trends and Anticipated Economic Indicators U.S. stock futures remained mostly stable on Wednesday night as traders geared up for an important inflation report. S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures each saw slight increases of less than 0.1%. Meanwhile, futures related to the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed by 49 points, also reflecting a 0.1% […]
Tech giants could earn over $1M from the data of each American, according to a study.
Staggering Value of Americans’ Online Data Uncovered A new study suggests that tech companies might have amassed over $1 million from each American’s online data over the years. AI firms are poised to earn even more—possibly millions extra. The Web3 Foundation, a group advocating for a free internet, claims that companies tracking personal data could […]
Court drops DOJ lawsuit over voter data against Maine official
Judge Dismisses Justice Department Lawsuit Against Maine Secretary of State A federal judge, appointed by Donald Trump, dismissed a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) against Maine’s Secretary of State, Shena Bellows, on Thursday. This lawsuit, filed in September, accused Maine of breaching federal election laws by not providing data on its voters […]
Data center issues disrupting midterms — as AI might bear the cost
Data centers have increasingly become a political issue for both the AI industry and their supporters, shaping discussions as the 2026 midterm elections approach. It’s clear that those involved in AI are eager to reframe the conversation around this contentious infrastructure. This week, Republican Rep. Nancy Mace proposed a one-year halt on new data centers […]
Japanese Yen falls due to weak inflation data from Japan
USD/JPY Exchange Rate Movement The USD/JPY rose to about 159.10 at the start of the Asian trading session on Friday. This increase is largely due to weak inflation data in Japan, which is putting downward pressure on the yen against the US dollar. Later on Friday, the US is set to release its May Michigan […]
California governor candidate Tom Steyer changes his stance on AI data centers.
Tom Steyer’s Climate Advocacy Comes Under Scrutiny Democrat Tom Steyer has emphasized his commitment to climate change in his bid for California’s governorship. However, his recent change of heart regarding AI data centers might not sit well with some environmentalists who back his campaign. Greenpeace evaluated candidates and awarded Steyer an “A” rating, making him […]