Little Rock official will propose 18-month halt on permits for planned Google data center ...

A Little Rock city official is proposing an 18-month halt on building permits for new 'hyperscale' data centers, a move that would affect a planned Google facility. The proposal, which follows new regulations and previous approvals, is prompting legal concerns over potential lawsuits and financial damages for the city.

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