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Local data center moratoriums may carry statewide consequences
As some NC cities and counties pause data center projects, critics warn temporary bans could shift investment and leave larger grid questions unresolved.
Opinion
Data centers are good, actually
Those that give in to fear and shut the doors to data centers, like others did with nuclear power in the past, are likely to miss out on major economic opportunities.
Opinion
Free markets can promote affordability
Affordability tops the priority list for those most likely to cast ballots this fall.
News
New FARM AI Act to expand AI research, training at USDA
Davis introduces House companion to Budd's Senate FARM AI bill that would integration of AI in agriculture through research and training.
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NC budget scales back data center tax break
The new state budget repeals a data center electricity tax exemption as scrutiny grows over energy use, ratepayer costs, and local impacts.
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Farley gives Pope Leo Hurricanes jersey, Tar Heel honor
On a recent personal trip to Rome, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley presented Pope Leo XIV with a custom Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup championship jersey commemorating the team’s historic title and the Order of the Tar Heel, during a private audience on June 24 at the Vatican.
Opinion
Why business leaders ought to worry
What worries is what I perceive to be a growing undercurrent of suspicion, resentment, and outright hostility aimed at the business sector.
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Senate advances bill limiting AI in healthcare billing
NC senators advanced a bill limiting AI in health care billing and insurance denials, citing concerns over upcoding and patient impacts.
News
NC bill would regulate crypto banking, stablecoins
NC bill would create rules for crypto banking, stablecoin issuers, and unclaimed digital assets as the industry evolves.
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NC Senate OKs teen social media ban, Batch pushes to go further
The NC Senate unanimously passed a ban on social media accounts for children under 14, rejecting four Democratic amendments — including a sweeping push from Minority Leader Sydney Batch to extend parental consent to older teens and rein in AI chatbots.
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Amazon, Corning reach deal for NC optical fiber manufacturing
A new training program through Catawba Valley Community College will train fiber optic technicians and is part of a deal to create 1,000 new jobs.
Opinion
The right balance of tech for NC schools
Despite the good intentions of many school leaders and teachers, we are concerned by growing evidence that suggests those tools are harmful for our children’s learning and development and undermine our own efforts to promote intentional screen use at home.
