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A fictional municipal infrastructure engineer stands between an unmarked data center campus and a neighboring residential area while a resident and facility engineer speak nearby.

The Cloud Has Neighbors: Why Data Centers Have Become a Local Public Affairs Test

Data centers are essential infrastructure with significant local impacts regarding electric demand, water use, and land. Successful projects must establish credible, verifiable local bargains addressing resource distribution and long-term responsibilities. The lessons from France, Ireland, Virginia, and South Africa highlight the importance of local engagement and transparency in maintaining community trust.

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LAWS: Analyzing AI-Driven Autonomous Weapons in Modern Warfare

Lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS) are actively deployed in conflicts, presenting significant governance challenges. This article analyzes their technology, legal implications, and international governance efforts. It highlights the need for a binding treaty to ensure ethical accountability and compliance with international humanitarian law to address gaps in existing frameworks and prevent misuse.

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First French Parliamentary Contribution on Generative Artificial Intelligence: Key Recommendations for Regulation and Innovation

In their groundbreaking report, Philippe PRADAL of Alpes-Maritimes and Stéphane RAMBAUD of Var presented vital recommendations to the Law Commission of the French Parliament concerning generative artificial intelligence (AGI)

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