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Musk's xAI Lands $6B to Fuel Growth

https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/25/elon-musks-xai-lands-billions-in-new-cash-to-fuel-ai-ambitions/

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI secures $6 billion in funding, potentially leading to new data center construction and infrastructure development projects. | source: techcrunch.com
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Labor-backed Law to Require Agencies to Monitor Use of Generative AI

https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/new-law-require-state-agencies-monitor-use-19999749.php

New legislation supported by labor organizations mandates state agencies to track and report their use of AI technologies, ensuring transparency and worker protection. | source: timesunion.com
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Fish and Game Workers Go IBEW

https://albertaworker.ca/news/sherwood-park-fish-game-workers-file-to-unionize/

Fish and game workers in Sherwood Park file to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), expanding union representation. Source: albertaworker.ca
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Nonprofits, Faith Groups Celebrate $20M for Resilience Hub

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2024/12/16/detroit-food-pantries-kitchens-to-serve-as-climate-resilience-hubs/77013486007/

Detroit community organizations receive significant funding to develop climate resilience hubs, focusing on local food security and emergency preparedness. Source: detroitnews.com
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AI, Data Ctrs, And Climate Risk

https://cleantechnica.com/2024/12/12/ai-data-centers-climate-risks/

Exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence, data center infrastructure, and emerging climate-related challenges. Source: cleantechnica.com
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