


Investment in artificial intelligence (AI) facilities by major US tech companies is expected to grow to $725 billion, emerging as a variable that could influence the flow of the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
As opposition to AI data center expansions grows in the U.S., projects worth $64 billion (approximately 89.28 trillion KRW) have been reported as blocked or delayed. Concerns over power grid burdens, water usage, and noise are significant factors.
As Bitcoin (BTC) mining companies expand into AI infrastructure, analyses suggest that the newly proposed compute derivatives may not fully mitigate their core risks.
The CRD VI directive will require non-EU banks to have an authorized branch to serve European clients starting January 11, 2027, with a narrow exception.