New York has become the first U.S
The one-year ban has been welcomed by environmentalists and community leaders alike
Jul 15, 2026
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What's the storyNew York has become the first US state to ban the construction of new "hyperscaler" AI data centers.
The executive order, signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, prohibits facilities using 50 megawatts or more of power for a year.
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