New York Imposes Statewide Freeze on 'Hyperscale' Data Centers New York has become the first state in the nation to impose a freeze on the construction of new "hyperscale" data centers, sparking both praise and criticism from industry insiders.
The move aims to reduce the significant strain these massive facilities place on the state's energy grid.
The Rise of Hyperscale Data Centers in New York Over the past decade, hyperscale data centers have proliferated across the United States, with New York being one of the top destinations.