Mark Zuckerberg's plan to build a zero-emissions AI data center powered by a nearby nuclear power plant has been derailed by the discovery of a rare species of bee on the proposed site.
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Amazon has announced a series of new investments and agreements to support the development of small modular nuclear reactors in the United States.
Google has announced a new deal with Kairos Power, that will allow the company to access future modular nuclear reactors to help power future AI servers.
Google is considering using nuclear energy to power its data centers as demand for power surges due to the growth of artificial intelligence.
Microsoft wants to use small modular nuclear reactors to power data centers that house AI tools. It is hiring for a principal program manager for nuclear technology to develop a strategy.
Helion Energy is developing a nuclear fusion power plant, and Microsoft has agreed to be the plant's first customer. It will supply energy of 50 MW or more for the company if it actually works.
Hackers that appear to be state-sponsored have been targeting the networks of nuclear power companies for the last two months. Officials say there is no indication of a threat to public safety.