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Hardware·2d ago·all news from September 28, 2026

Axed Sydney Data Center Shows Backlash to Australia’s AI Boom

Goodman Group has canceled plans for a 24-hour data center in a Sydney suburb following sustained opposition from local residents. This development highlights the emerging tension between Australia's rapid data center expansion and residential concerns regarding noise and site placement.

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