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BC AI data center plan sparks local backlash over fire risk, AI bubble fears

A plan to build AI data centers in British Columbia is facing strong local opposition, with critics concerned about potential environmental impacts and the sustainability of the AI industry. Residents are voicing fears that these facilities could become fire hazards and are wary of the economic risks associated with the perceived AI bubble. The opposition highlights a growing sentiment against large-scale AI infrastructure development in the region. AI

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    https://www. cbc.ca/news/canada/british-col umbia/b-c-ai-data-centre-plan-vancouver-kamloops-9.7195426 These centres are going to fucking burn if you build them

    https://www. cbc.ca/news/canada/british-col umbia/b-c-ai-data-centre-plan-vancouver-kamloops-9.7195426 These centres are going to fucking burn if you build them! The locals are not like Americans, they have seen what is going on in America and will fight this Ai infestation. This…