Gov. Hochul discusses pause on AI data centers in NY, Legionnaires' outbreak and more

New York became the first US state to impose a one-year moratorium on construction of large-scale AI data centers, citing concerns over energy demand, water use, and environmental impact. During the pause, the state will establish a regulatory framework and conduct environmental impact assessments.

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