The exponential growth of data centers in the United States is inadvertently extending the operational life of outdated fossil-fuel power plants, research by environmental nonprofits reveals. This trend stalls efforts to transition to a cleaner energy grid and exacerbates pollution…
In 2024, Rockland County, New York, approved $77 million in tax incentives for JPMorgan Chase’s datacenter expansion, drawing zero opposition. Now, skepticism grows as watchdogs highlight the project’s sole creation of one permanent job, despite initial claims of economic benefits.…
The UK’s Science, Innovation and Technology Committee is investigating how emerging low-energy computing technologies might ease the increasing electricity consumption driven by AI. As AI models expand, so do the power requirements for data centers, which currently use about 2.5%…
The UK is witnessing a shift in AI datacenter capacities as these facilities move away from the traditional hub of London. The capital’s power shortages and planning constraints, coupled with a declining dependency on low-latency connections for financial services, make…
The UK government is initiating an £80 million AI procurement to engage tech firms, leveraging its £500 million sovereign capability fund. Recently released documentation indicates the government’s intent to validate new AI technologies, assisting in risk reduction for market investments…
Over a whirlwind weekend, the leadership at Fermi America underwent sweeping changes, as the datacenter aspirant strives to enhance its West Texas site to the ambitious target of 17 gigawatts. CEO Toby Neugebauer resigned abruptly, with CFO Miles Everson stepping…
The IOWN Forum is setting its sights on the potential of datacenter interconnects to improve AI infrastructure. During its recent assembly in Sydney, leaders from the Forum discussed the transformative capacity of their high-speed optical networks, designed to replace traditional…
The UK government risks facing significant public opposition unless it can convincingly demonstrate the advantages of introducing AI technology across the nation. This technological push is advocated as a means to achieve growth, but the public remains skeptical. Recent demonstrations,…
Datacenters are often seen as modern technological hubs, but for many communities, they’re becoming increasingly unwelcome neighbors. Known for their relentless power and water demands, these facilities have sparked a wave of local opposition due to their perceived environmental and…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of IT in the Asia Pacific, organizations are advancing cloud maturity alongside AI adoption. While cloud computing paves the way for AI-enhanced services, it brings forth challenges such as cyber threats and regulatory compliance concerning…
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