North Carolina
PulseAugur coverage of North Carolina — every cluster mentioning North Carolina across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
- 2026-07-10 regulatory North Carolina repealed the sales tax exemption on electricity for data centers while preserving incentives for equipment and capital investments. source
- 2026-07-07 regulatory North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced the state's AI Strategic Roadmap, developed by the North Carolina AI Leadership Council. source
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US Schools Reversing Tech-First Policies Amidst Concerns Over Screen Time Impact
Several school districts across the United States are reconsidering their technology-centric educational policies, particularly regarding the widespread use of laptops and screens in classrooms. Institutions like McPher…
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Smartwatch detects silent heart attack, saving owner's life
A high-end Smart Health Watch with advanced ECG and Photoplethysmography (PPG) sensors alerted Elena Rostova to a silent heart attack. The watch detected a high heart rate and signs of acute cardiac distress, prompting …
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Virginia first state to tax data center power amid rising grid strain
Virginia has enacted the first state-level tax on data center electricity consumption, a move driven by concerns over rising power bills and the strain AI buildouts place on the grid. While past data center growth may h…
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North Carolina ends data center electricity tax break amid AI power demand
North Carolina has repealed the sales tax exemption on electricity for data centers, a move aimed at addressing the growing energy demands of AI infrastructure. While the exemption for electricity purchases has been rem…
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North Carolina Governor Stein Launches AI Strategic Roadmap
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein has unveiled an AI Strategic Roadmap aimed at guiding the state's approach to artificial intelligence. The roadmap focuses on protecting citizens, improving public services, preparing …
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Meta AI Data Center Linked to Deadly Bacteria Outbreak in Town Water Supply
Meta's AI data center in the US has been linked to an outbreak of Campylobacter infection, a potentially deadly bacterial illness. The bacteria, identified as Campylobacter jejuni, were found in the town's water supply,…
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USGS: Carolinas hold vast lithium reserves for AI data center grid storage
A recent US Geological Survey assessment indicates that the Carolinas possess substantial untapped lithium reserves, estimated at 1.43 million metric tons of lithium oxide. This discovery could be crucial for grid-scale…
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Country music uses recurring motifs reinterpreted by verses
A pattern common in country music involves a recurring lyrical motif that is reinterpreted or colored by different verses. This technique is observed in songs where a father's initial disapproval of his daughter's suito…
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North Carolina communities protest data center boom over environmental justice concerns
Community leaders in North Carolina are expressing alarm over the rapid expansion of data centers and its impact on environmental justice. Concerns include noise pollution, increased heat generation, air quality degrada…
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Chemours to pay $450M over 'forever chemicals' discharge
Chemical manufacturer Chemours has agreed to pay $450 million in penalties and relief programs to settle a case involving the illegal discharge of "forever chemicals" (PFAS). The settlement, reached with the Trump admin…
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AI data centers fuel electric utility mergers, prioritizing profits over customers
The burgeoning demand for electricity to power AI data centers is driving a wave of mergers and acquisitions within the electric utility sector. Companies are prioritizing profit for shareholders over customer needs, a …
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User shares positive shopping experience with anti-AI hashtags
A user on Mastodon shared a positive experience at a store, purchasing three items and mailing one to their mother. The post included hashtags related to AI and art, with a specific mention of "# fuckAI".
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ICE obtains local voter files in Texas and North Carolina
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigators have obtained local voter files in two counties, Webb County, Texas, and Forsyth County, North Carolina. This action is part of a broader effort to investigat…
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NC County Commissioner Blocks Residents Opposing AI Surveillance Cameras
A county commissioner in North Carolina prevented residents from speaking at a meeting about Flock surveillance cameras. The commissioner's actions have led to calls for their removal from office, with some arguing that…
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NC Commissioner Silences Residents Opposing Flock Surveillance
A county commissioner in North Carolina, Michael Garrison, prevented dozens of residents from speaking at a public meeting about their opposition to Flock surveillance technology. Garrison cited county policy to limit p…
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Amazon inks multi-billion dollar fiber deal with Corning
Amazon has signed a multi-billion dollar agreement with Corning Incorporated to procure fiber optic cables and related solutions. This deal is intended to support Amazon's expanding data center infrastructure across the…
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Judge halts red snapper season amid angler vs. commercial fishing dispute
A federal judge has halted the longest red snapper fishing season in years, creating a conflict between recreational anglers, commercial fishermen, and environmentalists. The decision by U.S. District Judge Rudolph Cont…
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Senate candidate's AI-generated sports post sparks fan backlash
A US Senate candidate's campaign is facing backlash for using AI-generated images in a social media post. The candidate, Jacksandrei Blakenekov, shared an image of the Carolina Hurricanes hockey team celebrating a win, …
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North Carolina proposes electricity tax for AI data centers
North Carolina's Senate Bill 730 proposes a new tax on electricity consumed by large data centers, specifically targeting those with a power capacity of at least 200 megawatts. This legislation aims to generate revenue …
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North Carolina bill aims to shield ratepayers from AI data center power costs
North Carolina is advancing legislation, SB 730, aimed at managing the significant electricity demand driven by AI data centers. The bill seeks to protect utility customers and ratepayers from bearing the financial risk…