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Tech briefing · Friday, October 30, 2026 · Evening edition · Story 1 of 5
Google faces criminal probe over Finnish data center deforestation
A criminal investigation into Google's Finnish subsidiary, Tuike Finland Oy, has been launched due to environmental damage from the Muhos data center project. The company cleared 330 hectares of forest without completing required environmental impact assessments.
Why it matters: The investigation highlights concerns over the environmental impact of large tech projects and the legal consequences of failing to follow environmental regulations.
Sources: Tom's Hardware · TechRadar · The Verge · TechCrunch
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