Sanders, AOC propose data center construction ban

Senators Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are introducing legislation to ban new data center construction exceeding 20 megawatts. This move is a response to growing concerns about the infrastructure powering AI, with politicians and tech leaders alike expressing fears about AI's potential dangers and calling for stricter regulation. The proposed bill aims to halt projects until comprehensive AI regulations are established, including requirements for model review, job displacement protections, environmental impact limits, and union labor. It also seeks to prohibit the export of advanced chips to countries lacking similar rules, reflecting a broader debate on AI governance and its societal implications.