https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-to-change-how-it-handles-data-center-efforts-after-outcryContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-to-change-how-it-handles-data-center-efforts-after-outcryhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/openai-to-change-how-it-handles-data-center-efforts-after-outcry#u194767Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:26:59 +0000OpenAI announced a new framework for data center negotiations that eliminates nondisclosure agreements and guarantees residents will not bear electricity costs for the facilities. The company said the policy should be adopted into law and follows public backlash and election pressure that forced a rethink of its expansion strategy. The pledge covers future projects and aims to give communities more influence over siting decisions.Why it mattersRapid AI infrastructure growth has sparked local opposition over secretive deals and utility rate impacts. OpenAI's shift marks a rare voluntary co