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Data Center Signal is tracking 58 clips about Kevin O'Leary data center developments across 2 states, including UT, MN.

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Kevin O'Leary's Utah Data Center Project Faces Backlash Amidst Litigation
News ClipMS NOW·Box Elder County, UT

Kevin O'Leary's Utah Data Center Project Faces Backlash Amidst Litigation

Kevin O'Leary's proposed Project Stratos, a large data center in Box Elder County, Utah, faces significant local opposition and ongoing litigation despite initial government approval. The project has sparked environmental concerns, particularly regarding the Great Salt Lake's watershed and massive power demands, leading to the ousting of supporting politicians. O'Leary has acknowledged communication failures and plans to submit permit applications amidst efforts to win over the state.

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Meta
8/6/2026
Indigenous nations weigh whether to invite data centers onto tribal lands
News Clipprismreports.org·UT

Indigenous nations weigh whether to invite data centers onto tribal lands

Indigenous nations across the U.S. are debating whether to allow AI data centers on their sovereign lands, with some tribes resisting due to environmental and historical concerns. The Seminole Nation has enacted a moratorium on development, while the Cherokee Nation established a task force to evaluate impacts. This comes as organizations like Honor the Earth build a grassroots network to resist such projects, drawing parallels to past extractive industries.

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8/5/2026
O'Leary, Box Elder County ask for dismissal of lawsuit over citizen referendum
News ClipFOX 13 News Utah·Brigham City, Box Elder County, UT

O'Leary, Box Elder County ask for dismissal of lawsuit over citizen referendum

Attorneys for Box Elder County and Kevin O'Leary are requesting a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by residents. The lawsuit challenges the rejection of a citizen referendum regarding O'Leary's Stratos Project data center, which has generated significant environmental opposition. Defendants argue the county's approval was an administrative act under state authority, not subject to a public vote.

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8/3/2026
Frontlines of the future: Data centers move in next door
News Clipthegazette.com·Houston County, MN

Frontlines of the future: Data centers move in next door

Rural communities nationwide are expressing significant concerns about the rapid proliferation of AI data centers, particularly regarding their impact on farmland, energy grids, and water supplies. This has led to a surge in local opposition and the enactment of moratoriums on new data center developments in several jurisdictions. Local governments are now grappling with how to adjust zoning and regulatory frameworks to address these concerns while balancing potential economic benefits.

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Amazon
8/3/2026
Kevin O'Leary, Fox News Sued Over Claims About Utah Data Center Opponents
News Clip1:06NTD News·UT

Kevin O'Leary, Fox News Sued Over Claims About Utah Data Center Opponents

Kevin O'Leary, a businessman proposing a data center project in Utah, and Fox News are facing a defamation lawsuit. Two Utah nonprofits and several individuals allege O'Leary falsely accused them of ties to the Chinese Communist Party during his Fox News appearances, in connection to their opposition to his data center project. Fox News has since apologized for the remarks.

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7/17/2026
Platkin sues Kevin O'Leary, Fox News over alleged false CCP accusations tied to Utah AI project
News ClipNew Jersey Globe·Box Elder County, UT

Platkin sues Kevin O'Leary, Fox News over alleged false CCP accusations tied to Utah AI project

Former New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin has filed a defamation lawsuit in Utah against businessman Kevin O'Leary and Fox News. The lawsuit alleges that O'Leary and Fox News falsely accused two Utah advocacy organizations of acting as agents of the Chinese Communist Party to undermine opposition to O'Leary's proposed AI data center in Box Elder County. The project has drawn concerns regarding water consumption, energy demand, and environmental impacts.

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7/16/2026
MIDA appoints new executive director, as opposition to Stratos Project continues
News ClipABC4 Utah·Box Elder County, UT

MIDA appoints new executive director, as opposition to Stratos Project continues

The Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) has appointed Dan Hemmert as its new executive director amidst ongoing controversy surrounding the Stratos Project Data Center in Box Elder County, Utah. The project has faced public protests and boycotts, leading developer Kevin O’Leary to scale back project plans and potentially influencing local election outcomes for commissioners who approved it.

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6/30/2026
Fox News Apologizes Over Kevin O'Leary's Claims on China
News ClipMediaite·UT

Fox News Apologizes Over Kevin O'Leary's Claims on China

Fox News and Fox Business issued an on-air apology for unsubstantiated claims made by Kevin O'Leary, who falsely linked opponents of his Stratos Project data center in Utah to the Chinese Communist Party. O'Leary also retracted his accusations, stating he has no evidence to support them. The controversy highlights the ongoing opposition to data center developments.

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6/28/2026
Utah Senator Adams Announces Data Center Developer Agrees to 75% Project Reduction in Box Elder County
News ClipStandard-Examiner·Box Elder County, UT

Utah Senator Adams Announces Data Center Developer Agrees to 75% Project Reduction in Box Elder County

Utah Senate President Stuart Adams announced that developer Kevin O'Leary has agreed to significantly reduce the size of a proposed 40,000-acre data center in Box Elder County by 75% to 10,000 acres, following Adams' demands. This agreement comes amidst public scrutiny and legislative efforts to regulate data center development in Utah, particularly regarding energy and water usage. The project still requires numerous permits and approvals, with Adams advocating for a public-facing website to ensure transparency and educated public involvement.

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6/13/2026
Box Elder says no to data centers for now — except for Kevin O'Leary's
News Clip1:38The Salt Lake Tribune·Box Elder County, UT

Box Elder says no to data centers for now — except for Kevin O'Leary's

Box Elder County in Utah has enacted a 180-day moratorium on new data center development and power plants in unincorporated areas, in response to fierce opposition to the proposed Stratos Project. This pause allows county officials to study appropriate regulations for data centers and their infrastructure. However, the moratorium does not affect Kevin O'Leary's Stratos Project, which has already seen its proposed acreage cut in half due to public outcry.

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6/11/2026
Kevin O'Leary agrees to scale down data center
News ClipThe Herald Journal·Box Elder County, UT

Kevin O'Leary agrees to scale down data center

Kevin O'Leary, an investor in the Stratos data center project, has agreed to significantly scale down the proposed development in Box Elder County, Utah. This decision follows a demand letter from Utah Senate President Stuart Adams, addressing public concerns over water consumption and environmental impacts. The project remains in preliminary stages and will undergo further permitting and environmental review.

environmentaloppositionwatergovernment
6/4/2026
Kevin O'Leary's Utah data center project reduced by half after lawmaker negotiations
News ClipThe Independent·Box Elder County, UT

Kevin O'Leary's Utah data center project reduced by half after lawmaker negotiations

Kevin O'Leary's proposed 40,000-acre Stratos Project data center in Box Elder County, Utah, has been cut in half to 20,000 acres following negotiations with Utah Senate President J. Stuart Adams. The reduction came after Adams, reflecting concerns from residents and environmental groups, demanded a smaller campus and stronger environmental commitments. Critics cited the project's massive water and electricity demands, and its potential impact on the Great Salt Lake.

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6/4/2026