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Data centers are making Phoenix even hotter by up to 4 degrees
New research shows air-cooled data centers in Arizona create thermal plumes that raise local temperatures by up to 4°F, worsening heat waves and public health risks.
Public Opposition to AI Data Centers Grows as NIMBY Sentiment Spreads
A new survey shows Americans strongly oppose AI data centers near homes, citing noise, energy use and property value concerns. The backlash challenges Big Tech’s expansion plans.
China Deploys Subsea Data Center Powered by Offshore Wind and Ocean Cooling
China launched the world's first commercial underwater data center off Hainan. It uses seawater cooling and offshore wind to power 2,000 servers efficiently.
Tech Lobbying Weakens Climate Rules for Data Centers
Tech companies lobbied to kill stricter clean energy rules for gas-powered data centers, weakening climate pledges.
EPA Opens Probe as Meta Data Center Construction Tied to Georgia Water Contamination
Residents of Morgan County, Georgia, allege Meta's data center construction has polluted their drinking water. The EPA has launched an investigation after a congresswoman showcased murky water samples during a hearing.
AI demand forces a fundamental shift in enterprise data center strategy
Rising AI workloads are pushing companies to rethink infrastructure, moving from general-purpose servers to specialized GPU clusters and liquid-cooled data centers.
Anthropic Pledges $15 Billion a Year to SpaceX for AI Compute
Anthropic will pay $15 billion annually to SpaceX for access to its Colossus AI data centers through 2029, per SpaceX's IPO filing.
World's first rack-mounted quantum computer runs from a standard wall socket
Equal1 unveils the RacQ, the first quantum computer that fits in a standard server rack and plugs into a normal wall outlet, operating at -459 degrees Fahrenheit.
RAM Prices Stay High, but PC Upgrades Shift to Peripherals
With RAM costs still elevated, PC enthusiasts are turning to upgrades like keyboards, monitors and network gear. Memorial Day sales highlight the trend.
AI Pricing Models Face a Hard Reset
The era of cheap AI access is ending. Providers are shifting from subsidized pricing to sustainable models, forcing developers and businesses to adapt.
NASA Mars Orbiter Bid Sparks Political Fight Over Fair Competition
NASA's $700 million Mars orbiter contract solicitation raises questions about open competition as senators weigh in on the future of Mars exploration and sample return.
Google Calls Search Monopoly Ruling Flawed in Appeal, Says It Won Fairly
Google appeals its search monopoly ruling, arguing the decision overstepped legal bounds. The company says it won market position through fair competition.
Meta Launches Forum App to Merge Facebook Groups With AI Chatbot
Meta's new Forum app combines Facebook Groups with an AI assistant to help users find advice and discussions in a dedicated space, challenging Reddit and Google's AI Overview.
Kansas City Schools Ditch Windows for Apple in $30M Tech Overhaul
Kansas City Public Schools is spending millions to replace 30,000 Windows PCs and Chromebooks with MacBook Neos, becoming an all-Apple district. The move raises questions about cost efficiency and long-term value in education technology.
Immigration Agency Signs $25 Million Deal for Iris Biometrics
ICE awards $25 million iris scanning contract to Bi2 Technologies, expanding biometric surveillance and sparking privacy concerns.
Google Deploys AI for New Search Ad Formats
Google announced AI-powered ad formats for search at I/O. The move uses generative AI to create more dynamic ads, impacting advertisers and users.
Google's AI Assistants Demand More Personal Data, Raising Trust Questions
Google unveiled always-on AI agents at I/O 2026, but their functionality depends on accessing users' personal data, sparking renewed trust concerns.
FBI seeks real-time access to nationwide license plate camera network
The FBI issued a request for proposals for nationwide license plate reader data in near real time. The contract would cover 75% of US locations and enable tracking of vehicles.
Arlington Startup Raises $42M to Replace Ship Tracking With Smarter Sensors
A Virginia-based startup has raised $42 million to develop a networked sensor system for ships, aiming to surpass current AIS technology with a real-time 'hive mind' approach.
Microsoft Agent 365 arrives as enterprises face shadow AI security threat
Microsoft's new agent management platform goes live amid rising risks from ungoverned AI agents in enterprises.