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South Dakota PUC approves power provider for Leola data center; county permit still pending

A proposed crypto currency mining data center in Leola, South Dakota, has secured Montana-Dakota Utilities as its electrical provider with approval from the state Public Utilities Commission. However, the project still requires a conditional use permit from McPherson County, which recently deferred action. Political candidates are also advocating for a statewide moratorium on data center projects.