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AI industry works to counter data centre backlash before US midterms
Original: AI industry moves to thwart data centre backlash ahead of US midterms… # technology # thegeektribune https://www. ft.com
The AI industry is mounting a campaign to counter growing public opposition to data centres ahead of the US midterm elections, according to a Financial Times report. Local resistance to new facilities has grown over concerns about energy use, water consumption and strain on power grids, prompting companies to move to blunt the backlash before it becomes an election issue.
Why now: Rising community opposition to data centre expansion is becoming politically charged as the US midterms approach.
AI industrydata centresUnited StatesFinancial Times
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