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Gov. Hochul signs executive order pausing new AI data centers in New York

• New York is the first state in the nation to declare a moratorium on the construction of large-scale data centers. • The executive order was signed by Gov. Hochul. • The moratorium applies to new AI data centers.

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Gov. Hochul signs executive order pausing new AI data centers in New York

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New York won't build big data centers for a year as it weighs energy and climate risks

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• The moratorium is intended to allow the state to evaluate the environmental impact of large data centers. • New York aims to reduce its carbon footprint and meet its climate goals. • The decision may affect the technology industry and data center development in the state.

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