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Gritt exits stealth with $34 million for robots to build solar plants—then, everything else
Gritt emerges from stealth with $34 million in funding, poised to transform construction through automation. The company’s initial focus: deploying robots to build solar plants, tackling some of the industry's most challenging tasks. This investment underscores a broader vision—to automate demanding processes across a range of construction sites. Gritt’s arrival signals a progressive shift in how we approach infrastructure development. For those interested in exploring the future of AI-powered workflows, see our related article, "How to Run Claude Code Agents for 24+ Hours."
New York State halts construction of all new data centers
New York State has taken a progressive step, becoming the first to temporarily halt approvals for new large data centers. Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision highlights a critical consideration: responsible AI development shouldn’t compromise essential resources like affordable electricity and water, nor undermine local governance. This pause allows for evaluation of the escalating demands of the AI-driven building boom. For deeper insight into resource management within AI development, explore our article on Meta’s potential AI token budget caps.