Thousands protest AI data centers in Edinburgh amid European backlash

Thousands demonstrated in Edinburgh against large-scale AI data centers, part of a wider European wave of protests citing energy consumption and environmental impact. The movement signals rising public and political resistance to AI infrastructure expansion, potentially complicating tech investment and permitting. Uncertainty remains over whether protests will translate into policy changes or project delays.

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