New US High-Speed Breaker Tested at 1,800-Volts Could Spark DC Electricity Boom Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new circuit breaker that operates at 1,800 volts, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the way electricity is managed and distributed in the United States. This high-speed breaker is designed to handle direct current […]
Korea’s LG CNS wins first overseas AI data centre deal in Indonesia
Korea’s LG CNS Secures Major Deal in Indonesia: Building $72 Million AI Data Centre to Lead Digital Transformation in Southeast Asia In a groundbreaking move that solidifies its position as a global leader in technology and innovation, Korea-based LG CNS has recently won its first overseas contract to construct an AI data center in Indonesia. […]
Google signs groundbreaking deal to cut data centre energy use
Google Signs Groundbreaking Deal to Cut Data Centre Energy Use In a move that could revolutionize the way data centers consume energy, Google has recently inked a significant deal with utilities. This groundbreaking agreement aims to not only reduce the tech giant’s carbon footprint but also to balance grid demand without the need for expanding […]
Nuclear-powered grid to fuel AI data centers in landmark Texas HyperGrid project
Nuclear-Powered Grid to Fuel AI Data Centers in Landmark Texas HyperGrid Project Fermi America has enlisted South Korea’s Hyundai Engineering & Construction (Hyundai E&C) to design and construct a cutting-edge nuclear-powered grid in Texas. The project aims to revolutionize the way data centers are powered, specifically catering to the energy-intensive needs of artificial intelligence (AI) […]
Nuclear-linked hydrogen plan aims to feed AI-fueled energy hungry data centers
Nuclear-Linked Hydrogen Plan Aims to Feed AI-Fueled Energy-Hungry Data Centers Canada-based First Hydrogen Corp. says it will begin designing small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) with the aim of revolutionizing the way energy is produced for data centers. The intersection of nuclear power and hydrogen technology could pave the way for a more sustainable and efficient […]
AI energy demand accelerates while clean power lags
AI Energy Demand Accelerates While Clean Power Lags The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and energy consumption is becoming increasingly significant in today’s digital landscape. With the rapid expansion of AI technologies in various sectors, the demand for energy to power these systems is on the rise. However, this surge in energy consumption is not […]
Over $1B in smuggled NVIDIA chips sold in China after April’s US crackdown
Over $1B in Smuggled NVIDIA Chips Sold in China After April’s US Crackdown Despite U.S. efforts to block access to cutting-edge AI chips, Chinese companies continue to acquire these critical components through illicit means. The recent reports of over $1 billion worth of NVIDIA chips being smuggled into China and sold on the black market […]
Nuclear-powered cooling tech drives Sam Altman-backed Oklo’s AI efficiency push
Nuclear-Powered Cooling Tech Drives Sam Altman-Backed Oklo’s AI Efficiency Push Oklo, a renowned nuclear technology company, has recently made headlines by partnering with Vertiv, a global leader in digital infrastructure solutions. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the efficiency of artificial intelligence (AI) systems through the utilization of cutting-edge nuclear-powered cooling technology. In the fast-paced world […]
Surging AI use drives utility upgrades
Surging AI Use Drives Utility Upgrades AI and data center growth are pressuring US power grids like never before. As the demand for artificial intelligence continues to rise across various industries, the strain on the existing utility infrastructure is becoming increasingly evident. This surge in AI use has prompted utility companies to reevaluate and upgrade […]
Meta CEO unveils plan to spend hundreds of billions on AI data centres
Meta CEO Unveils Plan to Spend Hundreds of Billions on AI Data Centres Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has set the tech world abuzz with its recent announcement of a massive capital investment plan. The social media giant revealed its intention to allocate a staggering $72 billion towards the development of cutting-edge AI data centres. […]