As US voters push back against new data center developments, Bitcoin miners with existing facilities may gain an advantage in the AI sector. During the Nov. 3 midterms, voters favored limiting development in 40 of 41 local contests tracked by Ballotpedia, including complete bans and public approval requirements for large projects. Major Bitcoin mining companies have already announced over $70 billion in AI contracts in early 2026. However, transitioning to AI infrastructure requires significant investment, with costs ranging from $8 million to $15 million per megawatt, compared to $700,000 to $1 million for traditional mining facilities.