Midterms fuel backlash against AI data centers
Democrats gaining Congress control could lead to limits on data center builds over voter opposition and environmental concerns.
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Qualcomm expects data center revenue to reach $15 billion by 2029
Qualcomm forecasts data center chips to make up 30% of its business amid declining smartphone sales, with partnerships with Amazon and Meta.
US voters reject AI data centers in midterm elections
Early results show 33 measures restricting data center development have won, with only one failing so far.
Sam Altman says people should have as much RAM as they want
Altman calls for more RAM production despite AI data center shortages, with shortages expected to last until at least 2030.
AI Data Centers Not Paying Their Costs, Will Keep Using NDAs and Seek Tax Breaks
AI data-center companies told three Senate Democrats they are not covering full costs and will keep NDAs and tax breaks.
Patagonia has what AI data centers want, including no resistance so far
Developers are eyeing Argentina's Patagonia for AI data centers; Pampa Energía plans up to 500 MW in Neuquén, with grid buildout near $900 million.