# The Early Scale: New York's $10B data center plans freeze under moratorium: Bisnow By MarketScale Newsroom · Published 2026-08-19 · Updated 2026-08-27 · Business Services on MarketScale Canonical: https://www.marketscale.com/industries/business-services/the-early-scale-2026-08-19 Creator hub: The Early Scale > New York's $10B data center plans freeze under moratorium, as AI health tech sees $335M investment surge. ## Key points - New York's $10 billion data center plans are currently under a moratorium. - AI health tech has seen a surge in investment, totaling $335 million. ## The lead As AI rapidly integrates into various business operations, the way you adapt and innovate can define your market impact. While some industries are facing regulatory roadblocks, others are accelerating towards digital transformation. In today's competitive environment, your agility in navigating these changes is crucial. ![media:6a857b10967027aa468780d0]() ## The Big Three ### New York's $10B data center plans freeze under moratorium: Bisnow New York's statewide data center moratorium signed by Governor Kathy Hochul has halted $10 billion in development. This move is part of broader regulatory pressures impacting site selection strategies across the U.S., influencing operators to consider emerging markets as alternatives. **The B2B angle:** Business leaders should monitor data center regulations in other states and consider diversifying investments into less regulated regions. ### Health tech AI investments hit $335M in June: MedCity News Four major funding rounds in the health tech sector, totaling $335 million, closed in June 2026. These funds are directed towards developing technologies in chronic care management, AI-enabled scheduling, home care operations, and workforce training, signifying rapid growth in digital health innovation. **The B2B angle:** Healthcare operators should prioritize partnerships with AI firms to upscale their service offerings and efficiency. ### ADNOC Gas commits $8B to expansion amid Texas land rush: WSJ ADNOC Gas's over $8 billion investment in expansion is reshaping energy supply chains. At the same time, a Texas land rush driven by data center relocations signals changing dynamics as operators seek new areas to develop amidst local opposition in traditional hubs. **The B2B angle:** Energy companies should evaluate land acquisition opportunities and anticipate shifts in supply chains to align with new data center expansions. ## Also worth knowing Wayfair's Q2 U.S. growth hits a high with AI and luxury brand Perigold propelling momentum, signaling robust post-pandemic recovery. Circle's future unclear with TD Cowen seeing 31% upside and Morgan Stanley slashing its target by 64%, pointing to market volatility on stablecoins. Block Field ## Smart plays for the week **Reassess your data center strategy and potentially diversify to regions with fewer regulatory barriers.** New York's data center moratorium impacts $10B worth of developments, pushing the industry to re-evaluate investment strategies. **Leverage AI tools in healthcare to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.** With $335M in new health tech funding, opportunities are ripe in AI-driven chronic care and workforce training. **Explore real estate market dynamics for strategic investment opportunities, particularly as the market reaches a balance.** CNBC reports a shift to a balanced market, presenting new buying opportunities for B2B real estate investors. ## Something to think about ![media:6a857b36967027aa468781db]() > Technology alone is not enough. It's technology married with liberal arts, married with the humanities, that yields us the results that make our heart sing., Steve Jobs This quote underscores the need for a holistic approach in tech-driven business strategies, blending innovation with humanistic perspectives. ## Teach me something: Open-source AI models Open-source AI models provide a foundation of machine learning algorithms that are freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute. They allow organizations to build custom solutions without starting from scratch, offering both flexibility and control. This approach is often preferred for protecting proprietary data while reducing dependency on third-party vendors. It's becoming a popular choice as it combines transparency with innovation. ## Sources - [Bisnow: N.Y. Governor Signs First Statewide Data Center Moratorium, Halting $10B Of Development](https://www.bisnow.com/news/new-york/data-center-development/kathy-hochul-new-york-data-center-moratorium-executive-order-135406) (Bisnow) - [MedCity News: 4 Notable Health Tech Funding Announcements in June](https://medcitynews.com/2026/06/4-notable-health-tech-funding-announcements-in-june/) (MedCity News) - [The Wall Street Journal: U.A.E.'s Adnoc Gas to invest more than $8 billion in expansion push](https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-oil/u-a-e-s-adnoc-gas-to-invest-more-than-8-billion-in-expansion-push-cceb572d) (The Wall Street Journal) - [Digital Commerce 360: Wayfair credits Perigold, AI with driving momentum](https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/2026/08/05/wayfair-perigold-ai-q2-fy26/) (Digital Commerce 360) - [CNBC: TD Cowen initiates Circle with buy; Morgan Stanley downgrades to underweight](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/03/td-cowen-says-buy-stablecoin-issuer-circle-morgan-stanley-thinks-its-time-to-sell.html) (CNBC) - [80%: Percentage of B2B tech buyers using AI agents, indicating a significant shift towards automated procurement process](https://infotechlead.com/cio/80-of-b2b-tech-buyers-use-ai-agents-as-digital-channels-reshape-enterprise-technology-purchases-idc-97611) (InfoTech Lead) - [44%: Share of real estate agents reporting a balanced market, indicating a shift from seller dominance.](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/07/cnbc-housing-market-survey-balanced-market.html) (CNBC) Tags: The Early Scale, B2B News, Morning Brief, MarketScale, AI, Data Centers, Health Tech --- Source: MarketScale, https://www.marketscale.com/industries/business-services/the-early-scale-2026-08-19. 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