Navigating the regulatory landscape for tech infrastructure has become increasingly complex. Across 42 states, a total of 533 data center moratoriums have been put into effect. The frequency of these halts has surged dramatically recently. Throughout the entirety of 2025, there were only 59 such restrictions enacted. However, during just the first seven months of 2026, that figure spiked to 294.
When these facilities face local opposition, their chances of survival drop significantly. According to figures provided by Heatmap Pro, 71% of contested projects are ultimately cancelled in Michigan, while Indiana sees a cancellation rate of 56% under similar circumstances. On the other hand, decentralized networks bypass these specific regulatory hurdles entirely, as Filecoin requires no permit to continue its operations.
When these facilities face local opposition, their chances of survival drop significantly. According to figures provided by Heatmap Pro, 71% of contested projects are ultimately cancelled in Michigan, while Indiana sees a cancellation rate of 56% under similar circumstances. On the other hand, decentralized networks bypass these specific regulatory hurdles entirely, as Filecoin requires no permit to continue its operations.
