Lexington protestors say no to AI data center expansion

News Clip0:59Kentucky Kernel·Lexington, Fayette County, KY·10/21/2026

Protesters gathered outside Lexington's Government Center to oppose the expansion of AI data centers and call for greater accountability in artificial intelligence development and use. The demonstration was organized by No AI in KY as part of a nationwide AI-related walkout.

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Protestors gathered outside Lexington's Government Center on Tuesday, Oct. 20, to vocalize their grievances about artificial intelligence and the increasing development of AI data centers. This demonstration was hosted by No AI in KY, and was part of a larger nationwide walkout calling for greater accountability in AI development and usage. The Kentucky Kernel Founded in 1908 and independent since 1972, the Kentucky Kernel is the non-profit, student-run newspaper for the University of Kentucky. The Kernel offers the most extensive news coverage of the UK campus and surrounding metropolitan area. Stay Connected with The Kentucky Kernel 📍 Website: https://www.kykernel.com/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kykernel 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentuckykernel/ 🐦 X (Twitter): https://www.x.com/kykernel 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kykernel 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyKernel Contact Us For inquiries, email us at editor@kykernel.com #KentuckyKernel #universityofkentucky