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US regulator rejects bid to boost nuclear power to Amazon data center
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rejected an effort Friday to allow an Amazon data center to tap into additional power from a nearby Pennsylvania nuclear plant. The decision could ...Politics - The Hill - November 4 -
Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
Meta’s plan for nuclear-powered AI data centre thwarted by rare bees
Environmental issue disrupts search for energy deals amid a Big Tech race over artificial intelligenceBusiness - Financial Times - November 4 -
Nuclear power is coming back — and that could be a win for older workers
The revival of nuclear power — and the push for clean energy — may depend on keeping older workers online for longer.Business - MarketWatch - November 4 -
Nuclear-Power Companies Hit by U.S. Regulator's Rejection of Amazon-Talen Deal
Talen said it believed FERC had erred and was evaluating its options. The company can still restructure its expanded deal with Amazon, according to Oppenheimer analysts.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4 -
When you combine AI and nuclear power, the results can be catastrophic
Big tech needs to find more energy-efficient ways to run AI data centers, and direct their major energy investments, along with the government, to clean renewable energy that doesn’t make our world ...Politics - The Hill - November 10 -
World Without End — hit graphic novel making case for nuclear power
Bestselling French comic book argues we should forget renewables — our only option to address global warming lies in splitting the atomBusiness - Financial Times - November 11 -
Biden administration sets out plan to triple nuclear power capacity
The Biden administration on Tuesday released a roadmap for plans to triple U.S. nuclear capacity by the middle of the century. The plan sets a goal of 200 gigawatts of new capacity by 2050, more ...Politics - The Hill - November 12 -
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Nuclear Power Was Once Shunned at Climate Talks. Now, It’s a Rising Star.
Growing worldwide energy demand and other factors have shifted the calculus, but hurdles still lie ahead.World - The New York Times - November 15 -
Here's a look inside the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant
The tech sector's growing power needs are breathing new life into the nuclear power industry. Restarting a reactor at Three Mile Island is part of the plan.Business - CNBC - November 16 -
Microsoft debuts custom chips to boost data center security and power efficiency
At the Ignite developer conference today, Microsoft unveiled two new chips designed for its data center infrastructure: the Azure Integrated HSM and the Azure Boost DPU.Tech - VentureBeat - 5 days ago -
Czech power company CEZ signs deal with Britain's Rolls-Royce SMR to build modular nuclear reactors
The Czech power company CEZ has signed a deal with Britain’s Rolls-Royce SMR to form a strategic partnership to develop and deploy small modular nuclear reactorsTech - ABC News - October 29 -
Japanese nuclear reactor which survived earthquake that badly damaged Fukushima power plant restarts
A Japanese nuclear reactor which survived a massive 2011 earthquake and tsunami that badly damaged the nearby Fukushima nuclear power plant has been restarted after a safety upgrade, as the ...Tech - ABC News - October 29 -
Three Mile Island Is at the Center of Efforts to Expand Nuclear Capacity to Meet Rising Power Demand
The Pennsylvania plant, site of the worst U.S. nuclear energy accident, is at the forefront of efforts to expand nuclear capacity to meet rising electricity demand.Business - The New York Times - October 30 -
From nuclear to quantum computing, how Big Tech intends to power AI's insatiable thirst for energy
A huge upswing in the number of data centers shows no signs of slowing down, prompting Big Tech to consider how best to power the AI revolution.Business - CNBC - November 4 -
A look at the research revealing China's work on prototype nuclear reactor to power aircraft carrier
U.S. researchers have concluded that China has built a land-based prototype nuclear reactor to power future aircraft carriersTech - ABC News - November 11 -
Research reveals China has built prototype nuclear reactor to power aircraft carrier
U.S. researchers have concluded that China has built a land-based prototype nuclear reactor to power future aircraft carriersWorld - ABC News - November 11 -
Three Mile Island restart could mark a turning point for nuclear energy as Big Tech influence on power industry grows
The fortunes of the nuclear industry have shifted dramatically this year as tech companies seek carbon-free power to meet the electricity consumption of AI.Business - CNBC - November 16 -
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Elon Musk’s X is boosting election conspiracy theories with AI-powered trending topics
The misinformation boosted by X’s AI model Grok included conspiracy theories about voter fraud and unsubstantiated smears about Vice President Kamala Harris.Top stories - NBC News - October 26 -
Trump’s win boosts chances of Netanyahu remaining in power until Israel’s 2026 elections
Wars in Gaza and Lebanon set to intensify after Israeli PM’s position is reinforced by Trump’s victory and ousting of defence minister. Benjamin Netanyahu is set to stay in power in Israel until ...World - The Guardian - November 9 -
‘New playbook’ on Wall Street powers Goldman Sachs price boost, says analyst
Citi’s Keith Horowitz flags already-lofty valuation for Goldman’s stock, but says it could go higher amid deal optimism.Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago -
Nuclear medicine shortage will lead to deaths
Experts warn hundreds could be affected by the shortage in radioisotopes used to track cancer.Top stories - BBC News - November 8 -
Putin sends nuclear warning to West
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Russia lowers threshold for using nuclear weapons Russian President ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
How serious are Putin's nuclear threats?
Three Ukrainians on how their lives have changed and their hopes for peaceTop stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
How serious are Putin's nuclear threats?
Three Ukrainians on how their lives have changed and their hopes for peaceTop stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Volvo Global Sales Boosted by EVs
The carmaker’s global sales rose 3% in October, with solid performance of its electrified range in Europe, but sales in the U.S. and China declined.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 4 -
Two treated after fire at BAE nuclear shipyard
Police say there is "no nuclear risk" and an investigation is under way into the cause of the blaze.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Authorities investigate fire at UK nuclear submarine shipyard
Blaze at BAE Systems site in Barrow-in-Furness did not pose nuclear risk and was brought under controlBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology
Ex-Fox News host makes bizarre claim on Steve Bannon’s podcast, days after saying a demon attacked him in his sleep. Demons that Tucker Carlson claimed attacked him as he slept were also ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
Geopolitical tensions and energy independence: Is NANO Nuclear the answer?
CONTRIBUTOR CONTENT: In the debate over energy, the effect on climate is certainly important, but so is the impact of geopolitical tensions on energy availability. Some experts believe nuclear ...Tech - VentureBeat - November 4 -
For Russia, Nuclear Weapons Are the Ultimate Bargaining Chip
The Ukraine war has not only shattered millions of lives and shaken Europe. It also has inured Washington to the use of nuclear threats as leverage.Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
Should Europe be spooked by Putin’s new nuclear brinkmanship?
Also in this newsletter: Why amendments to the EU’s landmark deforestation law go one step too farWorld - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
What Russia's new nuclear weapons policy means
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved changes formally lowering the threshold at which his country can consider a nuclear attack.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
U.S. and Europeans Move to Censure Iran for Nuclear Secrecy
Before Donald J. Trump takes office, the West wants to call out Iran for failing to adhere to treaty obligations to be transparent about its nuclear past and present.World - The New York Times - 4 days ago
