MICROSOFT IS NO LONGER INVOLVED IN A PLANNED UNITED KINGDOM AI DATA CENTER THAT STILL WAITING FOR POWER

What happened: Microsoft is no longer involved in a planned multibillion-dollar Nscale data center in Loughton, Essex, England, according to The Telegraph. The Guardian reports Microsoft withdrew because of power grid concerns. Key numbers: Grid operators told Nscale the required power will not be available until 2030. Why it matters: Microsoft was the only company publicly committed to using the data center, and it is unclear if other tech giants will step in. Nscale says it remains committed to the Loughton project and is exploring alternative power sources. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

Microsoft is no longer involved in a planned multibillion-dollar Nscale data center in Loughton, Essex, England, according to The Telegraph. The Guardian reports Microsoft withdrew because of power grid concerns.

Microsoft was the only company publicly committed to using the data center, and it is unclear if other tech giants will step in. Nscale says it remains committed to the Loughton project and is exploring alternative power sources.