Data Centers & Water: Nye County voted unanimously to ban new data centers in Hydrographic Basin 162 after a temporary moratorium, dealing a major blow to the proposed Manse Technology Campus in Pahrump. Energy & AI Power Supply: Ormat Technologies signed a power purchase agreement for up to 150MW of geothermal capacity in Nevada for Google data centers, with projects targeted to come online 2028–2030, as the company pivots to enhanced geothermal. Tax Policy for Gamblers: A new 90% cap on deducting wagering losses is turning break-even years into taxable income for 2026 recreational gamblers, potentially affecting retirees via higher AGI and Medicare IRMAA tiers. Local Infrastructure & Grants: Nevada Irrigation District will update customers on grant progress tied to major capital projects, including $5M toward the Scotts Flat Spillway. Public Safety Tech: Nevada County highlights how AI wildfire detection (ALERTCalifornia) helps spot fires earlier, while local supervisors weigh recreation grants including a skatepark expansion. Business Spotlight: Mama Llama Bakery’s viral cinnamon rolls are getting a cafe launch after a licensing dispute forced a production shift. Robotaxis & Regulation: Nevada regulators approved autonomous vehicle network applications for Tesla, Waymo and others, continuing the push toward paid robotaxi service.