The withdrawal came with unusual speed, following what U.S. officials said were threats of an Iran-based plot against the installation.

Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,  data center projects in rural areas could be eligible for major tax benefits starting next year. Some hyperscalers do not seem eager to take the free cash.

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