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Hochul defends New York pause on AI data centers over power concerns
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is defending the state's decision to pause new AI data center projects, citing concerns that their massive electricity demands could strain the power grid and drive up costs for residents. The move has sparked debate over balancing New York's ambitions as a tech hub against energy reliability and affordability.
Why now: Governor Hochul publicly defended the state's controversial moratorium on new AI data centers amid electricity supply concerns.
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- Hochul defends New York pause on AI data centers over power concerns · FOX 5 New York
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