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Bernie Sanders and AOC propose a ban on data center construction

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Bernie Sanders and AOC propose a ban on data center construction

The explosion of new data center projects in the US has led to a growing backlash against the infrastructure that powers AI. Two influential politicians are now proposing a ban on any new data centers with peak power loads in excess of 20 megawatts.

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York are introducing companion legislation in their respective chambers today that would halt the projects until Congress enacts comprehensive AI regulation.

Originally reported by TechCrunch. Read the full story at the original source.