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Trump says AI data centers should pay communities a dividend
President Trump said companies building AI data centers should pay local communities a dividend to win support. Data centers have become a political issue across the US over their use of water and power, with opposition crossing party lines.
Why it matters
The proposal could affect costs for companies investing heavily in AI infrastructure.
Background
AI companies are spending heavily on data centers, which require large amounts of electricity and water. US midterm elections are two weeks away.
Sources
- CNBC ↗Oct 21, 6:34 AM ET
- Al Jazeera ↗Oct 21, 11:09 AM ET
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