Data Centers

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed seven bills requiring AI data centers to directly fund utility infrastructure upgrades rather than passing costs to residents. The legislation creates a dedicated rate classification intended to mitigate the financial and environmental strain of rapid data center expansion.

Infrastructure Policy • The Verge AI

Ken Klippenstein reports that the Trump administration has warned AI critics that they could face criminal liability if they further the propaganda or other goals of a foreign power. The administration reportedly believes public concern over AI and data centers was manufactured in China.

AI Policy • Ken Klippenstein

Oracle has sent a force majeure notice on its New Mexico Stargate data center, a move that would let it delay payments if the facility misses its 2028 target to come online. The notice is the latest sign of strain in the massive Stargate AI infrastructure project.

AI Infrastructure • TechCrunch

Crusoe has abandoned its $1.25B plan to use Boom Supersonic's stationary power plants at its AI data centers. Boom CEO Blake Scholl said the turbines were no longer in Crusoe's near-term plans.

Infrastructure • TechCrunch AI