Elon Musk has reportedly named his new, environmentally damaging data center "Colossus II." This naming choice draws a parallel to the 1970 film "Colossus: The Forbin Project," which features a supercomputer with similar destructive capabilities. The article suggests this naming reflects the perceived recklessness of tech oligarchs and highlights concerns about pollution and health impacts in surrounding communities, particularly in a Black neighborhood near Memphis. AI
RANK_REASON The item discusses a naming choice for a data center and draws parallels to a film, with a critical tone towards tech oligarchs and environmental concerns. It does not report on a new release, significant industry event, or research.
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