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Trump says AI could be bigger than the internet, highlights datacentre expansion to compete with China
U.S. President Donald Trump said AI could become a bigger industry than the internet and that regulation should not choke growth as the United States competes with China. Speaking at a White House event with crypto industry figures and financial regulators, he also backed expanding AI infrastructure, including datacentres. Trump said companies should build power plants for datacentres rather than rely on ageing grids. Opposition is rising over power bills, water use and environmental impact, prompting protests and tougher state action.
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Trump blasts New York data centre ban, calls for immediate reversal
U.S. President Donald Trump criticised New York state’s restriction on building large data centres and called for an immediate policy reversal. He said Governor Kathy Hochul’s executive order would hurt jobs and the industrial base. The order blocks new data centres using 50 megawatts or more of power for up to a year. The move comes as AI drives rapid investment while concerns grow over higher utility bills and resource strain.
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New York state passes bill banning new AI data centres for 1 year
New York state has passed legislation to pause development of large data centres for 1 year, applying to facilities with maximum demand of 20 megawatts or more. The measure is not yet final and requires Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature, with a decision deadline in December. Lawmakers say the moratorium is intended to allow time to assess effects on the power grid and the environment, including electricity, water and land use.
