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Trump Criticizes New York's Moratorium on Datacenter Construction

15 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

Donald Trump criticized New York Governor Kathy Hochul for implementing a one-year moratorium on new datacenters, which are essential for powering artificial intelligence. He urged her to immediately revoke the policy, emphasizing its potential negative impact on technological advancement.
This makes New York the first state in the U.S. to impose such a pause on the construction of large data facilities.
The moratorium comes amid growing concerns about the environmental impact of large datacenters, which consume significant amounts of energy and resources. New York's decision may reflect a broader trend of states grappling with the rapid expansion of AI technologies and their infrastructure needs.
Trump's reaction highlights the ongoing tension between technological progress and regulatory measures. While the moratorium is positioned as a necessary step for environmental and resource management, it raises questions about balancing innovation with sustainability.

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