OpenAI’s George Osborne says datacentre nimbys holding back Britain
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the AI (artificial intelligence) category. Published on September 22, 2026 • Originally reported by Helena Horton. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the AI (artificial intelligence) category. Published on September 22, 2026 • Originally reported by Helena Horton. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Former chancellor, now senior figure at OpenAI, says UK needs datacentres to maintain ‘sovereignty’ over AI tech
Datacentre nimbys are holding Britain back, George Osborne has said in reaction to nationwide protests about the giant water- and energy-guzzling structures.
The former Tory chancellor is now the head of AI for countries at OpenAI, the developer of ChatGPT. His job is to represent the company to governments around the world and he also has a role in enabling the building of datacentres and other infrastructure.
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