U.S. midterm election results could bring more regulation of data centers and increased government scrutiny of Big Tech, according to a discussion on TechCrunch’s Equity podcast.
Voters considered 41 data center-related ballot measures on Tuesday. In all but one, a majority voted for additional restrictions on data center development. Data centers also featured in campaigns where they were not directly on the ballot.
The podcast’s hosts—Kirsten Korosec, Sean O’Kane, and Anthony Ha—discussed what the election could mean for the technology industry. The source says newly elected Democratic governors and members of Congress are likely to support further regulation, but does not specify what measures they may pursue.
The discussion also covered broader government scrutiny of major technology companies. It mentioned OpenAI’s effort to rebrand data centers, but provided no further details about that effort.
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