New York Enacts First Statewide Data Center Moratorium
New York Governor Hochul signed the first statewide moratorium on new 50MW+ data centers for one year to develop grid reliability frameworks, drawing backlash from tech and infrastructure sectors. Analysts note the rule contains loopholes similar to France's '49-person' company rules.
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