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Denmark: Data of millions compromised in hack
The breach by the hackers was through the legitimate login credentials of a local company, initial findings suggest. The data of some 8.8 million registered people was compromised.
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Science
Why are data centres such a big deal in Scotland?
At least 23 huge data centres are planned in Scotland, causing significant concern for campaigners.
Business
America’s data center fight is a preview of what's to come for the rest of the world
America’s fight over data centers is going global. Communities across Europe and Asia are pushing back over the rising costs of the AI infrastructure boom.
Politics
US Senate rejects bill targeting AI data centre electricity costs
Democrats criticise bill as lacking 'teeth' and push for mandatory measures to address soaring electricity bills.
Business
Russia targets data centers in Kyiv as NATO condemns Moscow’s ‘irresponsible nuclear rhetoric’
Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s data centers and communications infrastructure, targeting facilities in Kyiv.
Travel
Skift Data + AI Summit Europe: Five Decisions in the Room
AI is changing European travel. The question is who can actually run it at scale when compliance, language, and data sovereignty are built into the operating model.
Business
The Fed's main inflation measure will be released Wednesday. Here's what to expect
Data is expected to show ongoing price pressures and consumers who nevertheless continue to spend.
World
AI: Concern as Germany plans to double data center capacity
Germany is rewriting the rules to attract data center investment from AI companies. But local communities are becoming increasingly skeptical.
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Plan for controversial Sydney data centre scrapped after push-back
Goodman Group, the property giant behind the Project Mars data centre, says the decision is due to changes to the "policy and regulatory environment".
World
Backlash over data centers tests Europe's AI ambitions
Massive data centers needed to run AI are triggering protests across Europe. Their operators counter that they boost digital sovereignty and energy independence.
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Europe's data centers may drive digital sovereignty
Massive data centers needed to run AI are triggering protests across Europe. Their operators counter that they boost digital sovereignty and energy independence.
Business
China wants in on U.S. AI data center boom. Here's why
Chinese data center manufacturers see U.S. AI infrastructure demand as an opportunity, but roadblocks remain
World
Supreme Court allows Trump to use controversial database to check voter citizenship
Critics have questioned the reliability of the data, warning it could result in US citizens being wrongly removed from electoral rolls.
Business
Texas turning blue may hinge on Democrats harnessing data center opposition
Data center opposition is reshaping Texas' 2026 governor and Senate races as voters raise concerns over power, water and utility costs.
World
Huge data centres rise at 'China speed' to power its AI ambitions
The BBC visits Inner Mongolia, an unlikely frontier in Beijing's AI race with Washington.
Business
Alibaba shares jump as new AI chip, data center buildout plans unveiled
Alibaba shares jumped 3% in Hong Kong on Tuesday as the tech giant unveiled a new AI chip and plans to sharply expand its global data center capacity
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Business
Texas Gov. Abbott orders data center permit halt weeks after issuing moratorium
Data centers have been a flash point in the 2026 midterm elections, including Abbott's bid for reelection against Democratic state Rep. Gina Hinojosa.
Business
AI, data center alarms dominate Congressional Black Caucus week in Washington
AI interests pro and con turned out for the Congressional Black Caucus's annual gathering in Washington as the topics — plus redistricting concerns — dominated.
World
The hidden environmental cost of AI data centers
As data centers multiply to meet AI demand, they're straining power grids, draining water supplies and reshaping the land and air around them.
Business
Bill to curb AI data center utility costs hits snag in Senate
Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., blocked bipartisan legislation aimed at reining in data center-related utility cost increases, calling the bill a half-measure.