Meta’s Hyperion data centre hit $50bn, and split a Louisiana town in two

Meta's Hyperion data centre in rural Louisiana has expanded rapidly from an initial $10 billion investment to over $50 billion within two years, becoming one of the largest AI projects globally. This growth has brought significant economic benefits to some local residents and businesses, including increased contracts and higher wages, but has also led to rising housing costs and displacement concerns among others. Additionally, tax incentives have funded substantial bonuses for local teachers, a