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Sam Altman knows people hate data centers

"Clearly, people hate data centers—right now, at least," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said.

Sam Altman knows people hate data centers

TL;DR

  • OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledges widespread public dislike of data centers and the AI industry.
  • Local opposition to data center projects is a significant issue.
  • Governors in Pennsylvania and Texas have recently moved to limit future data center development.
  • Texas Governor Greg Abbott blamed the industry for a lack of collaboration with state and local governments.
  • Other figures, including Jason Kelce and Chamath Palihapitiya, have commented on the negative sentiment towards data centers.
  • Former President Donald Trump suggested data centers need public relations help.