Doug Burgum: International ‘Dark Money’ Supporting False Information About Data Centers
On Monday, Doug Burgum, the Secretary of the Interior and Chairman of the National Energy Control Council, participated in a policy discussion titled “Leveraging America’s Power,” hosted by Breitbart News. During this event, he expressed a strong belief in America’s technological leadership, but also shared concerns about obstacles to establishing AI data centers. Burgum remarked, […]
Forex Today: US Dollar stabilizes before important US CPI data while markets watch Iran tensions
Here’s what you need to know on Tuesday, May 12th. The US dollar index (DXY) is stable around 97.95, as investors exercise caution due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and despite some improvements in market sentiment. This reaction came after President Trump dismissed Iran’s latest peace initiative as “totally unacceptable.” Now, traders […]
Georgians angered as data center uses 30 million gallons of water during drought, report says
Residents in a Georgia suburb are understandably upset after discovering that a large data center consumed 30 million gallons of water without paying for it, which has caused water pressure issues during an ongoing drought. People living in Fayetteville’s Annelily’s Park, a community of around 20,000, reported notably low water pressure last year, according to […]
A Year Later: Insights from the Pay Later Data
In April 2025, the Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) approach seemed poised to take over consumer finance. This method was already a notable segment of the market, attracting numerous entries, especially from providers aimed at younger, digitally-savvy individuals. Many believed BNPL’s growth was inevitable. However, the expected surge didn’t materialize. Traditional credit card companies began […]
Identity theft losses reach $27.3 billion as threats from data breaches persist
Identity fraud is becoming increasingly prevalent in the United States, though the timelines and causes behind the incidents are often inconsistent. According to the 2026 Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research, consumers faced losses of $27.3 billion due to traditional identity fraud in 2025. In 2024, there was a notable 19% increase, with […]
Why opting out of data brokers doesn’t completely shield retirees from scams
Have you ever tried to remove your personal details from a data broker site? Maybe you did a quick search of your name online, saw some unsettling information, and ended up spending hours filling out opt-out forms on sites like Spokeo or Whitepages. It’s quite a task, but it’s not entirely fruitless. Still, your information […]
Major Grid Operator Alerts That Significant Actions Are Needed as Data Centers Launch
PJM Interconnection Proposes Power Cuts for New Users The largest electricity transmission operator in the U.S. has suggested, in a recent white paper, that power should be cut to new users during peak demand periods. PJM Interconnection serves over 67 million customers within its network. The document titled “Enhancing Reliability Through Market Design” highlights that […]
EUR/USD rises above 1.1700 on hopes for US-Iran peace, with US NFP data ahead
The EUR/USD pair saw a slight increase to around 1.1730 during early trading in Asia on Monday, driven by a rising sense of optimism regarding a potential peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran. However, as the day progresses, traders might adopt a more cautious stance, particularly with the much-anticipated U.S. nonfarm payrolls report set […]
The fastest growing state in the US, as reported by IRS data, is a red state.
According to recent IRS data, Texas and Florida are the primary states attracting new residents, yet South Carolina is experiencing the fastest growth rate. This has led many Americans to relocate south in search of lower taxes, abundant job opportunities, and an overall improved quality of life. In fact, South Carolina has the highest per […]
Kevin O’Leary’s large new data center upsets Utah residents: ‘Shame!’
Hundreds of furious residents in Utah gathered at a meeting, chanting “shame, shame, shame!” in response to a proposed AI data center project that has raised significant concerns among local communities and critics. This contentious proposal has ignited a political storm in Box Elder County. Local regulators voted on a project that, if built, would […]