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The Reason Why Data Center GPUs Have Such Short Lifespans
Because they're in constant use, become exposed to high heat levels, and rarely undergo maintenance, data centers run through GPUs in just one to three years.
I build AI data centers. I want them to disappear from view.
Nvidia engineer Sean James makes the case that AI data centers "need to fade into the background" so they're visibly "unremarkable."
AMD's Data Center Business Is Skyrocketing. The Stock Is Falling. Here's Why.
A lot of AMD's success has already been priced into the stock.
Trump questions Texas data center move in surging political battle
President Trump is touting the benefits of AI data centers after Texas moved to more strictly regulate the industry, which has rapidly become a political lightning rod across the political spectrum…
Data centers are a political issue crossing party lines, driving voters to candidates
Wisconsin Democratic candidate for governor Francesca Hong called for a moratorium on data centers. So did Ohio Republican governor hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, as data centers begin to dominate campaigns.
All candidates for Ohio governor have this in common
Each of the candidates for Ohio governor now wants to restrict the data center boom, all proposing some form of moratorium unless certain guidelines are met.
Data center politics shape Virginia scrutiny of NextEra-Dominion deal
Gov. Abigail Spanberger isn't opposing the tie-up yet but says she is "deeply skeptical" that consumers and public policy priorities are protected through the proposed utility merger.
Data centers shaping Mississippi's politics and workforce
The Mississippi Marketplace: The state's data centers boom is no longer just a business story. It has also crept into politics and education.
Bottoms, Jackson offer competing visions on data centers, Medicaid expansion at business luncheon
Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson took the stage at an Athens event center to pitch their policies to a crowd of over 1,000 members of the state’s business community.
Eric Adams gets 'Bronx cheer' in Wisconsin over data center
Adams was in Wisconsin Rapids on behalf of PNK Group.
Why AI giants’ political spending could balloon this fall
The fight over AI regulation, data centers and more will play a key role in the general elections.
How Data Centers Broke American Politics
What the Unabomber, Steve Bannon’s tech guy, and Bernie Sanders taught me about the great data center backlash of 2026.
Data Centers and Politics: Game Changers for FERC?
The AI and data center eruption is transforming the U.S. electric power grid and could also transform FERC, Peter Behr writes.
ON Semiconductor Earnings Beat Estimates Driven by AI Data Center Growth
The chipmaker reported net income of $226.8 million in the second quarter, up from $170.3 million a year earlier.
AI data center boom drives $3.2 billion Chicago-area deal
Atkore, an electrical-products manufacturer based in Harvey, has decided to sell the company for $3.2 billion to Prysmian, a top maker of cables used in data centers.
Primaries test power of data center politics, solar spending
Candidates hope the outrage over artificial intelligence infrastructure will give them seats in Congress next year.
Virginia rises one place to No. 3 in CNBC list
Virginia rose to no. 3 in CNBC's top states for business, boosted by infrastructure ranking despite economic challenges and new data center tax concerns.
Data centers have a politics problem
As opposition to the AI projects gains momentum, industry supporters say they have ceded the narrative to their critics.
Community around Summit View Business Park concerned over potential data center
Members of Germantown Brick Church of the Brethren are asking Franklin County leaders to slow discussions surrounding a potential data center development near Summit View Business Park, saying they are concerned about the impact such a project could have on their church, cemetery and surrounding community.
Michigan Senate primary puts data center politics to the test
A statewide win for an outspoken data center critic could spread the message to more races.
The Politics Hour: Montgomery County pauses data centers
Montgomery County At-Large Councilmember Shebra Evans on pausing data center development, D.C.'s Shadow Representative Oye Owolewa on his recent primary win in the D.C. At-Large Council race, and what's next for aging Rock Creek Tennis Center?
Behind the science in the Nanopatterning Cleanroom
Hamish Carr Delgado, a PhD student in materials science and engineering, shares how he’s working at the nanoscale to produce more energy-efficient chips for AI data centers.
Rolls-Royce CFO: Orders for data center energy business up over 50%
Rolls-Royce Chief Financial Officer Helen McCabe discusses half-year earnings, small modular nuclear reactors, data centers, and investing in the U.K.
Politics in the Park: Ten candidates spar over taxes, cost of living, data centers
CASPER, Wyo. — Ten Republicans running for five Wyoming House seats took the stage at Washington Park on Wednesday. The candidates are vying for seats in
Meta narrows annual capex forecast as AI buildout grows
Meta Platforms narrowed the range of its forecast for annual capital expenditure on Wednesday, as the social media giant doubles down on building a fleet of data centers to expand its AI computing power
Some Louisiana lawmakers backing out of NDAs as questions arise over data centers, other deals
The use of nondisclosure agreements for projects, including with companies like Meta and Hyundai, has drawn community criticism and concern about transparency. But some state officials say they’re necessary for closing economic development deals.
Op-ed: A community banker’s case for New York’s digital infrastructure
Our grid needs modernization whether or not another data center is ever built.
Where governor candidates stand on incentives, data centers and other business issues
Crain’s asked each contender to respond to seven questions ahead of the Aug. 4 primary, when voters will decide which Democrat and Republican will face off in November.
Willie Nelson urges communities to ‘fight against data centers’ that are ‘destroying the environment’
Willie Nelson called on Americans to fight against rampant data center construction. The Central Texas native urged his social media followers to “fight against data centers invading our land” and “destroying the environment.”
Richland Parish businesses experience an uptick in sales and services as construction on the Meta AI Data Center begins
With the world’s largest data center yet being built in Richland Parish, Louisiana, local businesses are adapting and evolving to meet the growing needs of the incoming investment. More jobs
As voters turn on data centers, Husted pushes new ratepayer protections
After taking a leading role in trying to attract data centers to Ohio, Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, has introduced legislation to protect ratepayers from the higher electric rates the data centers can cause.
Pennsylvania Democrat targets data centers in drive to oust Republican from House seat
Democrat Paige Cognetti is taking a shot at data centers in her challenge to freshman Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan, saying “we’re not for sale” in a new TV ad.
Texas lawmakers weigh future of data center tax breaks
The cost to the state in lost revenue from data centers has grown from a $14 million estimate over a decade ago to a projected $3.3 billion in sales tax losses over the next two years.
Data centers have become a political issue. Here's where the Ohio governor candidates stand.
The frontrunners for Ohio governor both want to regulate data centers but have different plans for how to address growing concerns.
Data centers: The business structure that's reshaping AI infrastructure finance
Learn how data center REITs fund AI/HPC growth via joint ventures and institutional capital, plus stocks to watch and rising regulation risks—read now.
Commentary: Will Illinois meet the moment to rein in data centers and save us from skyrocketing power bills?
It’s time for policymakers to make Big Tech pay for the costs they cause, writes the executive director of the Citizens Utility Board.
Emails show how Virginia regulators downplayed data center health concerns, more headlines
Virginia news July 27 2026
Emails show how Virginia regulators downplayed data center health concerns
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality stepped into a fight over powering AI facilities with natural gas turbines. It could shape the industry’s future.
Matt Mindrum: Don’t put a moratorium on Indianapolis’ growth
Marion County's data center moratorium sends a message that Indianapolis is becoming less open to business. It risks turning away billions in investment from some of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
Data centers become latest flash point this Texas election cycle
As quickly as data centers are popping up in Texas, candidates from both parties are taking notice.
Blanche urged to investigate alleged foreign influence in fight against data centers
GOP lawmakers claim foreign-linked organizations tied to China and Russia are working to undermine U.S. data centers and AI infrastructure development.
In greater Minnesota, the data center boom is reshaping local politics
The potential for tech warehouses to land in rural towns has triggered newly minted politicians, moratoriums and raucous meetings.
Emails show how Virginia regulators downplayed data center health concerns
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality stepped into a fight over powering AI facilities with natural gas turbines. It could shape the industry’s
Could the data center moratorium cost New York grid investments?
Hochul says over the next year, a public service commission will consider options including setting up a separate rate system for data centers.
Polling shows Texans opposition towards data centers, as politicians reverse course
Politicians, including those in Texas, are shifting and slowly reversing their support for data centers, as polling shows most Texans oppose them.
Where N.C. political candidates stand on federal data center moratorium
Data centers have become an issue in the upcoming midterm elections, and as the centers rapidly expand around the country, more and more governments are putting temporary bans in place.
Intel's PC business will be dictated by AI data center momentum: CFRA
Intel (INTC) stock is surging by over 11% in Thursday's extended hours after smashing second quarter expectations, reporting adjusted earnings of $0.42 per share (vs. estimates of $0.21) and revenue of $16.1 billion (vs. estimates of $14.43 billion). CFRA Research senior vice president and equity analyst Angelo Zino dives into Intel's earnings release and what he can garner about the trajectory of the company's PC business.
Floridians Have Made Resistance to Flock and Data Centers Central to State Politics
Public backlash has pushed some counties to pull funding for Flock cameras and issue moratoriums on data centers.
Democrats seize on AI data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans
The fast growth of massive data centers has already upended races for local offices across the country, often uniting conservatives and liberals.
Democrats try to harness data center backlash that's dividing rural Republicans in places like Texas
Gina Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, is focusing on data centers as a key issue in her campaign against Republican Gov. Greg Abbott
Politics in the Park: Property taxes, data centers and maternal care dominate House candidate forum
CASPER, Wyo. — Divisions emerged Wednesday as eight Republican candidates vying for four Wyoming House seats sparred over how deeply to cut property
Committee led by Rep. Brett Guthrie advances Ratepayer Protection Act
Supporters say the bill would ensure data centers pay for the utility upgrades needed to support them, instead of passing costs to ratepayers.
IBM Lowers Its Growth Outlook as Sales of Data Center Mainframes Sink 42%
Big Blue’s CEO is expected to face questions from Wall Street about the company’s direction and leadership.
James Talarico calls for tighter regulations on data center development
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico on Wednesday called for a broad set of tighter regulations on data centers in Texas, seizing on what has become a potential political liability
TECfusions, a Rapidly Growing Developer and Operator of AI-Ready Data Centers and Power Infrastructure, Signs Business Combination Agreement with Apex Treasury Corp.
TECfusions is positioned where accelerating AI data center demand meets a scarcity of power-secured capacity. Company ethos centered on the fusion of ‘Technology, Environment, Community’ focuses on delivering AI-ready capacity while advancing environmental redevelopment and local community outcomes. Unique adaptive reuse strategy designed to convert legacy industrial sites into AI-ready, power-enabled data center infrastructure, accelerating deployment in power-constrained markets. The Transacti
There’s a right way to regulate drugs. Kratom is no exception.
Kratom, social media use in teens, New York's data center moratorium and more, in readers' eyes.
Will data center backlash decide the midterms?
Democrats, Republicans both divided over AI concerns
Hochul's data center moratorium sparks backlash as business group warns New York is losing investment
Partnership for New York City president and CEO Steve Fulop joins 'Varney & Co.' to warn that Gov. Kathy Hochul's proposed data center moratorium could drive jobs, investment and AI growth out of New York.
Intel plans layoffs within data center group
An Intel spokesperson said the cuts are part of a broader effort to become "more focused and efficient."
Advancing next-gen AI with materials science innovation
As artificial intelligence pushes semiconductors and data centers to new physical limits, advances in materials science are becoming essential to sustaining the pace of innovation.
Democrats drive voter opposition to data centers, POLITICO Poll finds
A new POLITICO Poll found that Americans’ attitudes toward data centers have grown increasingly sour and politically polarized in the past six months.
Erin Brockovich's crusade against data centers is going crowd-sourced
The environmental activist said there is a lack of transparency in the country's data center construction.
As AI grows, so does its influence on Florida politics
From political spending to data center debates, here's how AI is shaping politics in this election season.
Cleveland Fed: Business activity up, but high fuel costs are increasing prices, hurting consumers
Cleveland Fed: Business activity is up, driven by data center construction. But high energy costs are driving prices up and consumption down.
North Carolina residents thought they were getting a business park — not a data center campus
"We as citizens feel like we were snookered a bit."
An update from Harley, data center woes, and more Milwaukee business news
Rich Kirchen from the Milwaukee Business Journal talks Harley, Southwest Airlines, data centers, and more!
I skipped college and now make over $40/hr building data centers
Cody Cole chose to enter the trades after high school rather than going to college. Now, he makes over $40 an hour working on data centers.
Photos: Nationwide protests target AI data centers
Humans First, a conservative-led nonprofit, organized nationwide protests against AI data centers on Saturday.
US data center protests go national as backlash grows
Opponents of the rapid buildout of data centers plan to hold protests on Saturday in at least 125 locations across the United States, the first coordinated national effort to channel anger at the AI infrastructure expansion that has ramped up over the past year and roiled local politics.
Eversource, Blumenthal, data centers: CT politics news
Plus: Stacey Abrams in CT, a federal investigation into sexual assault handling, and education accountability metrics.
Hochul drums up support for data center moratorium
The roundtable included perspective local government leaders, those in the agricultural industry, and utility advocates who stressed the need to plan ahead
Democrats Split on Israel and the Politics of Data Centers
House Democrats are divided on sending U.S. aid to Israel. Plus, the backlash over AI data centers fuels local and statewide moratoriums.
Community, business leaders back Hochul's pause on hyperscale data centers
Gov. Kathy Hochul held a roundtable Thursday morning, defending her decision to put a moratorium on new hyperscale data centers.
Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure
From Michigan Avenue, Saline Township looks like any other farming community, with its corn and soybean fields, silos and grain elevators.
Poll shows most Californians support Becerra for governor, CEQA reform
A new poll shows Xavier Becerra with a hefty lead in the California governor's race. Voters also expressed strong opposition to AI data centers and nuanced views on environmental policies and affordability.
Blakeman vows to end Hochul's 'crazy' data center moratorium
Gov. Kathy Hochul's Republican rival for reelection vowed to rescind her one-year moratorium on new large data centers.
AGC NYS: Data center moratorium a 'missed opportunity' for construction industry
Gov. Kathy Hochul says New York will “lead the way in creating the strongest standards in the nation for data center development,” but critics say this will hurt the Empire State’s bottom line.
Hochul's order of a data center moratorium draws mixed reactions from N.Y.
Community groups have pressed data center developers on issues such as water use, air quality and rising utility costs for nearby residents.
Opinion | Can Democrats Harness the Data Center Backlash?
David Wallace-Wells and Robinson Meyer discuss whether the gathering coalition of Americans against data centers could be the next Occupy Wall Street movement or Tea Party.
Labor, business groups warn NY data center ban endangers jobs, economy
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order on Tuesday, July 14, banning the construction of large data centers in New York for one year.
New Kent supervisors strike down tech district plan; rezone 340 acres for potential business park
While a plan to create a data center-friendly technology zone in New Kent County appears to be dead for now, at least some of that same land could soon be home to a new business park.
Heastie hopeful Hochul will sign data center bill despite executive order
“We’re going to continue to look at getting a bill signed into law,” Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie said at an unrelated event in the Capital Region Tuesday.
New York becomes first state to freeze new AI data centers in move critics warn could drive away jobs
Dem Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the nation's first statewide moratorium on new AI data centers while officials develop new environmental standards.
Majority of Fort Worth Council supports data center pause. Will it happen?
The majority of Fort Worth City Council wants a temporary moratorium on data centers. A supermajority is needed. This comes after the Fort Worth Zoning Commission voted not to recommend new rules for data centers within the city. Lone Star Politics speaks with Councilwoman Elizabeth Beck, one of the leaders of the effort.
Lone Star Politics: July 12, 2026
This week on Lone Star Politics, Fort Worth City Council is taking the next steps after the zoning commission voted not to recommend new rules for data centers within the city. Plus, a lawsuit at Texas Tech is looking to clarify the line between censorship and academic freedom.
Data Centers and Health: Understanding the Impacts and Taking Action
Join us for a webinar series that will equip attendees with the knowledge they need to speak confidently about the health and environmental justice harms from the rapid buildout of data centers.
New York to become first state to enact AI data center moratorium
"Before it goes any further, I need safeguards in place to protect New Yorkers," said New York Gov. Kathy Hochul.
New York to impose country’s first statewide moratorium on data centers
New York will block the construction of any new large data centers for up to a year so the state can create a new set of rules.
Hochul enacts first statewide data center moratorium
Her executive order will pause the permitting process for up to a year to evaluate environmental impacts.
AI data center boom meets rural reality in Edgecombe County
This low-wealth county is facing economic promises and residents’ concerns over fossil‑fuel power, water use and rising utility bills.
Americans hate AI so much that politicians are starting to lose their jobs over it
Only 26% of Americans view AI positively, and Utah's ouster of Senate leader Stuart Adams over a data center deal suggests the anger is now costing jobs.
Roundup: Cocoa demand / ‘Funflation’ / Data center utility demand
Market instability: Cocoa demand is showing signs of recovery after a period of weakness, but the market remains unstable as prices continue to swing sharply amid uncertainty over supply and consumption. Chocolate makers are still adjusting to elevated cocoa costs, while traders are watching factors such as crop conditions, weather risks and shifting consumer behavior. […]
Businesses brace for years of inflation as new costs pile up
Companies blame tariffs, energy prices and demand from AI data centers, raising concerns that inflation above the Fed’s target rate could persist.
Politics Now: July 11, 2026
This week on Politics Now with host John Langeler: The debate over rules for data centers continues, in Clark County and Boulder City Congressional District 3 Republican candidate Marty O’Don…
Trinidad and Tobago signs agreements with US companies that pave the way for data centers
Trinidad and Tobago’s government has signed agreements with U.S. companies to install large data centers, raising concerns about energy use and environmental impacts.
As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives
Renewable energy allies are trying to ensure that massive data centers will be powered by climate-friendly sources.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Reps. Hefner & Harris weigh in on East Texas groundwater fight
State Rep. Cole Hefner, R-Mount Pleasant, discusses efforts to create a new regional groundwater conservation district. Holland asks Hefner about the process, how the district would be funded and his response to those who worry about adding another layer of bureaucracy and regulation. Hefner also reacts to Gov. Greg Abbott calling for a ban on data centers in rural neighborhoods and whether he thinks a special session should be called to create new legislation related to data centers.