Trump criticizes Hochul’s prohibition of data centers in NY: ‘Bad choice’
President Trump has expressed strong disapproval of Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent decision to prohibit data centers throughout New York, claiming it is the first of its kind in the country. He criticized the Democratic Party’s approach, describing it as a political maneuver aimed at eliminating what he called “money trees.” On Truth Social, he stated, […]
New York Establishes the First Statewide Halt on AI Data Centers
New York Governor Announces Moratorium on Data Centers Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has declared a one-year suspension of environmental permits alongside a freeze on the construction of new hyperscale data centers as the state aims to create regulatory standards. This move is partly in response to concerns regarding the potential environmental impact, energy […]
Data breach at AssuranceAmerica affects almost 7 million individuals’ auto insurance information
AssuranceAmerica, an auto insurance company working with independent agents, has reported a significant data breach that impacted around 7 million individuals. The breach exposed sensitive personal information, including driver’s license numbers, related to their auto insurance clients. The company detected unusual activity on March 17, 2026, following a targeted attack on an employee the day […]
In a surprising move, New York prohibits large data centers across the entire state.
New York Sets Limits on Data Center Growth The United States currently holds the record for the most data centers globally, but New York state’s expansion in this area will be slowing down, at least temporarily. Governor Kathy Hochul recently discussed a pressing issue in modern technology, stating that data centers introduce a significant amount […]
Analysts predict that AI servers will use more energy than all traditional data centers put together by 2027.
Power Consumption Surge in Data Centers Due to AI Demand Global power consumption in data centers is projected to rise by 26% this year, reaching 565 terawatt-hours, largely driven by the increasing demands of AI workloads, as outlined in a recent report from Gartner. The study indicates that electricity usage in data centers will jump […]
Hochul calls for a break on new large data centers for AI in New York during the election year.
New York State to Halt Environmental Permits for Data Centers Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that New York state regulators will not be granting environmental permits for large data centers in the coming year. She is set to sign an executive order that will “suspend” new air permits for what are referred to as “hyperscale” […]
British Pound rises above 1.3350 before US CPI data release
During the Asian trading hours on Tuesday, the GBP/USD pair found itself in positive territory, hovering around 1.3360. Still, the potential for gains in major currency pairs appears somewhat limited. Investors are worried about the worsening situation between the US and Iran. Later today, all eyes will be on the US consumer price index (CPI) […]
Data brokers reveal your address and family members even with secure passwords
A data broker’s profile can disclose more than we often realize. It typically includes current and previous addresses, phone numbers, and even public records that might not stem from phishing scams or data breaches. This can be quite frustrating because, despite using strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and maintaining smart online habits, we can’t stop data […]
Meta increases Louisiana data center capacity to 5 gigawatts to support AI development.
Meta Expands Data Center Project in Louisiana Meta has announced plans to increase its expansive data center initiative in Richland Parish, Louisiana, to a staggering 5 gigawatts of computing capacity, positioning it among the most significant data centers ever constructed. The company made the revelation on Monday. This expansion pushes Meta’s total investment in the […]
LAPD Ends Partnership with License-Plate Camera Company over Data Ownership Issues
LAPD Halts Flock Safety Contract Over Privacy Concerns The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has put a stop to its contract with Flock Safety, the operator of certain license plate recognition cameras. This suspension is part of an ongoing disagreement regarding privacy rights and the management of recorded footage. This update came to light through […]