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AI regulation debate reaches Memphis, where xAI's Colossus mega data center is ramping up, raising local concerns about energy, water, and development pace.

Colossus's rapid build-out triggers local and state-level regulatory scrutiny of data center environmental and energy impacts; could influence future siting strategies for megaprojects.
Trade pressSlicast · September 14, 2026 at 22:16 UTC · US · Source: Action News 5
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