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Nvidia takes new role as AI’s $5 trillion bill comes due

Nvidia takes new role as AI’s $5 trillion bill comes due

Nvidia’s $500 billion AI push changes the game again.

The Columbus Dispatch

Ramaswamy giving Acton the repugnant Willie Horton treatment. It's how he can win | Opinion

Ramaswamy giving Acton the repugnant Willie Horton treatment. It's how he can win | Opinion

Vivek Ramaswamy is trying to win Ohio with nastiness, attacks from 'friendly' media and millions from his bank account and billionaire buddies.

Armed Man Lunges at Democrat Amy Acton in Ohio, Raising Security Concerns

Armed Man Lunges at Democrat Amy Acton in Ohio, Raising Security Concerns

An armed individual lunged at Democrat Amy Acton during a fair in Canfield, Ohio. The incident has prompted responses from Acton, her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy, and Governor Mike DeWine. The event highlights growing concerns regarding the safety of political figures and the intensity of political discourse. This incident occurred as another Ohio community decided to discontinue its use of Flock Safety cameras, while Covington, Kentucky, is increasing its investment in law enforcement technology. The details surrounding the armed individual's motivations and the specifics of the lunge were not immediately available, but the event has drawn significant attention to the security measures in place at public political appearances.

The Columbus Dispatch

Spare us pearl-clutching over Acton not debating when you never criticize Ramaswamy | Letters

Spare us pearl-clutching over Acton not debating when you never criticize Ramaswamy | Letters

Republicans are hypocritical about Acton – what's new? Husted's ads are delusional and wrong. Our Haitian neighbors aren't treated like people.

Trump Administration Pushes Aggressively for Data Centers on Public Lands Amidst Backlash

Trump Administration Pushes Aggressively for Data Centers on Public Lands Amidst Backlash

The Trump administration is actively promoting the development of data centers on federal public lands, a move that has generated significant concern among stakeholders. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has been directed to identify suitable public lands for these facilities, with state directors given a mere three days to compile lists. This directive follows an executive order issued by President Trump last year aimed at accelerating permitting for data centers. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has held numerous meetings with technology and energy executives, including Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, to discuss infrastructure and technology for data center growth. Critics argue that this aggressive push prioritizes the interests of AI companies over public good and environmental considerations, especially given the remote nature of many BLM lands, which often lack essential infrastructure like electricity and water. The administration's budget blueprint also emphasizes refocusing BLM efforts on aiding AI data ce...

The Columbus Dispatch

Sherrod Brown's criticism of Jon Husted is ridiculous. He dropped ball on data centers | Letters

Sherrod Brown's criticism of Jon Husted is ridiculous. He dropped ball on data centers | Letters

Letters: Why didn't Sherrod Brown stop data centers? Brown is American first, Democrat second. The deranged dictator

Ohio Governor DeWine Rejects Ramaswamy's University Consolidation Plan, Assures Institutions

Ohio Governor DeWine Rejects Ramaswamy's University Consolidation Plan, Assures Institutions

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has publicly assured public universities that a proposal by gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to shut down or consolidate 'subpar' institutions will not occur, at least during his remaining term. Speaking to community college leaders and university presidents at The Ohio State University, DeWine stated that college consolidation 'can’t and won’t happen.' He emphasized that eliminating any state universities would hinder efforts to broaden access to higher education. This declaration directly contradicts Ramaswamy's earlier statements, where he suggested Ohio has too many universities and advocated for consolidation, even naming specific institutions like Kent State, Cleveland State, the University of Akron, and Central State University as having faced challenges. Ramaswamy has since clarified his position, stating he never intended to shut down entire colleges but rather consolidate or eliminate duplicative programs within them. DeWine, despite having endorsed Ramaswamy, has...

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says 'no one overblew' Amy Acton fair incident

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine called the recent security incident involving Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair "reprehensible."

Cincinnati Enquirer

Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Ohio's governor race is too close to skip the debate stage | Editorial

Opinion: Amy Acton and Vivek Ramaswamy have plenty to say. The Ohio gubernatorial candidates should say it face to face.

Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Ohio Prosecutor Confirms Amy Acton's Alleged Attack at Campaign Event Was a Hoax

Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro has confirmed that claims made by Ohio Democrat gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton regarding an alleged attack at a campaign event were a hoax. Acton had stated that an 'armed man,' identified as Patrick Havas, 'lunged' at her with a gun. However, Maro, citing video evidence from Havas's own recording, stated that Havas never got near Acton, did not lunge or charge at her, and never brandished a weapon. Havas was arrested for knocking two people to the ground while moving through a crowd, attempting to ask Acton a question and recording with his phone. His firearms were legally holstered throughout the incident. He has pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges, including assault, disorderly conduct, and inducing panic.

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown Leads Cleveland Labor Day Parade Amidst Campaign Activities

U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown led the Cleveland Labor Day Parade this year, a role she undertakes annually. The parade, a long-standing tradition infused with Democratic politics since its inception in the early 1970s by Mayor Carl B. Stokes and U.S. Rep. Louis Stokes, saw Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton participating for the second time. Acton, who walked alongside Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb, had a notably different reception this year compared to her appearance last year when she was the first announced Democratic candidate. Her campaigning during the parade created significant gaps between groups due to her interactions with the public. This event occurred shortly after an incident at the Canfield Fair where an armed man reportedly injured several people while attempting to approach Acton during a campaign stop.

Steve Cohen of Columbia University Discusses Mitigating Environmental Impact of AI Data Centers

Steve Cohen of Columbia University Discusses Mitigating Environmental Impact of AI Data Centers

Steven Cohen, Ph.D., Director of the M.S. in Sustainability Management program at Columbia University's School of Professional Studies, has authored an article addressing the environmental and community impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers. Cohen emphasizes the growing consensus against unchecked data center expansion and the need for careful regulation and guardrails for AI development. He argues that while AI is transformative and inevitable, its implementation, particularly the construction of data centers, must consider water usage, energy consumption, and emissions. Cohen suggests that financial costs to consumers from increased energy use could be mitigated by charging data centers more for energy than residential users. He also highlights the importance of thorough cost-benefit analyses before construction, encouraging developers to train and hire local workers, and ensuring aggressive enforcement against companies that fail to meet commitments or community benefit agreements. The art...