The AI industry is facing a new political environment with the election results, including the prevailing of initiatives opposing data centers. The post-election rally on the stock market soon turned into a full-blown correction, as $2.5 trillion in value evaporated like vaporware.
WIth the Democrats recapturing Congress, expect greater legislative activity to regulate both data centers and AI safety. Also expect possible investigations into the relationship among tech CEOs with the White House, including various donations. They may have to account to Congress now.
