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Tech Industry Regulatory Challenges

Updated 2026-06-05 19:00 UTC 1 source Negative

The S&P 500 has blocked SpaceX's entry, citing rules for unprofitable AI firms. Meanwhile, a major data center project was scaled back amid local protests.

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Ars Technica

"We pissed off a lot of people": Giant data center plan cut 50% amid protests

Developer felt "beaten up," with "no choice" but to shrink data center.

2026-06-05 18:23 UTC

Ars Technica

S&P 500 blocks fast SpaceX entry, won’t waive rule for unprofitable AI firms

SpaceX won’t get easy access to billions of dollars from passive investors.

2026-06-05 18:45 UTC