Cities around the world are making big decisions about artificial intelligence and data centers this week. On one hand, municipalities are planning to spend money on AI tools to help their governments work better. On the other hand, people in many communities are pushing back against building huge data center facilities that power AI systems, because they worry about energy costs and environmental impact. Major tech conferences are happening in 2026 to discuss how to build better AI infrastructure, including systems that can manage networks and run robots without human help. The big question for city planners is how to balance the benefits of AI technology with concerns from people living in their communities. Some cities like New Orleans and Madison in the United States have already paused new data center construction, while others are exploring ways to make AI development work better for everyone. Policymakers are also discussing important ideas like data sovereignty, which means keeping important information safe within a country's borders. This weekly update shows that agentic AI - systems that can make decisions and take actions on their own - is reshaping how cities plan their infrastructure and services.