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Protesters storm site of Microsoft’s planned Amsterdam data centre

Protesters storm site of Microsoft’s planned Amsterdam data centre

Summary

Activists entered the site of a planned Microsoft data centre in Amsterdam. The project is linked to rising demand for infrastructure to support artificial intelligence, while local residents say it could use too much energy and water.

Key Facts

  • Activists stormed the site of a proposed Microsoft data centre in Amsterdam.
  • The article links demand for data-centre infrastructure to the AI boom.
  • Local residents say the project could drain energy resources.
  • Local residents also say the project could drain water resources.
  • Al Jazeera reporter Step Vaessen reported from Amsterdam.
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