Ben McAdams wins Democratic nod for Utah’s competitive House seat

The crypto-aligned Fairshake PAC and its affiliates spent a combined $8 million on media to support candidates in Maryland, New York and Utah amid pushback from many criticizing “crypto billionaires.”

Crypto-backed PACs disclosed spending more than $8 million on media to support candidates in three US states, as some Maryland Democrats have called on one candidate to reject “outside spending from crypto billionaires.”

The Utah data center project underscores the growing tension between technological advancement and environmental sustainability, impacting future AI infrastructure investments. The post Kevin O’Leary aims to build major US data center amid fierce local opposition in Utah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Groups tied to OpenAI, Anthropic and other industry players have spent $16 million trying to pick the next member of Congress from Manhattan.

Community opposition reshapes investment strategies, highlighting environmental and resource concerns as critical factors in project viability. The post Stratos data center project slashed 50% after massive local protests in Utah appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Plan backed by Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary had footprint reduced but concerns remain over its health impacts Utah residents have teamed up with a progressive non-profit organization to sue over an under-development AI datacenter backed by celebrity investor Kevin O’Leary, claiming the planned Stratos project facility “irrevocably” cuts off citizens’ rights by not allowing sufficient public input. Filed by the Alliance for a Better Utah and five unnamed residents of the Box Elder county area where the center is being developed, the lawsuit comes as Shark Tank co-host O’Leary agreed to scale back the physical footprint for the project. Continue reading...

Outside groups have spent roughly $12 million to support or oppose Mr. Bores’s campaign for a House seat in Manhattan, elevating his name in a crowded race.

Becerra's advancement highlights the Democratic stronghold in California, potentially influencing future political strategies and voter dynamics. The post Xavier Becerra advances to California governor general election appeared first on Crypto Briefing.