Nebius AI Project Stalls in Legal Twist | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

A major AI data center project in Birmingham, Alabama, is on hold after a legal showdown — but not for the reason you might think. Nebius, the company behind the “AI factory,” is facing lawsuits over zoning violations, claiming they were grandfathered under outdated rules. The trial, wrapping up after three days, took a dramatic turn when Nebius’ attorney asked Judge Tamara Harris Johnson to recuse herself — she’d previously worked with the opposing lawyer. The judge complied, sending the case back to square one with a new judge randomly assigned. Construction continues while the legal battle…