A majority of Americans say they're against the local construction of data centers to power artificial intelligence.

AI companies are in a race to secure energy for their data centers. They are finding that natural gas is the easiest solution, if not the cleanest.

A recent Gallup poll found that a majority of Americans oppose data centers, which require extensive amounts of electricity and water to operate, and negatively affect local communities.

Over 1,500 new data centers are in development nationwide. Most will be built in rural areas, particularly the South and Midwest, marking a shift from urban locations.

The survey found that Republicans and Democrats are uncomfortable living near a data center, but opposition is especially intense among Democrats.

Amazon plans $200 billion in capex this year. A chunk of that is being spent on AI data centers. Titus is a plan to 'future proof' these facilities.

The public will soon have the chance to weigh in on whether an artificial intelligence data center could be built in Pocatello. A public hearing is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Thursday in the Pocatello Council Chambers at 911 North 7th Avenue.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a settlement with LG Electronics to stop the unauthorized collection of viewing data through smart TV technology and prevent its transfer to foreign entities.