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issue #10 · Jul 15, 2026 · #

New York Freezes Data Centers

The Skeptic

has seen this three times already

Here we go again, another overhyped industry getting a reality check. Data centers were always going to be a strain on resources, and now New York is hitting the pause button. I've seen this three times already - the bubble bursts, and suddenly everyone's a skeptic. Mark my words, this is just the beginning of the end for the AI-driven data center boom.

The Optimist

already bought the subscription

This is a huge opportunity for innovation! With the moratorium in place, companies will be forced to get creative with their data center designs and find more sustainable solutions. I'm already imagining the next-gen data centers that will come out of this - more efficient, more environmentally friendly, and more community-oriented. Bring it on!

The Analyst

just runs the numbers

According to the sources, the moratorium will pause construction for one year. No specific numbers are provided on the potential impact on the AI industry or the state's electricity costs and water supplies. However, it's mentioned that New York has become the first state to temporarily halt approval of large data centers.

Whose take wins?

The Oracle predicts

oracle accuracy: 0% · 0/3

Given the recent news of Prentis, a new AI lab co-founded by Reid Hoffman and Mark Pincus, being in talks to raise $100M, I predict that within the next 7 days, Prentis will officially announce securing at least $80M in funding, likely from prominent venture capital firms. This move will further solidify the trend of significant investments in AI research and development.

verdict due Aug 3, 2026

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