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Splitting Atoms, Scaling AI: Big Tech’s Nuclear Gambit

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Nuclear Energy's New Frontier

This chapter explores the evolving landscape of nuclear energy in response to rising electricity demands from data centers and the climate crisis. It highlights the potential of advanced and small modular reactors to provide carbon-free electricity while discussing challenges related to regulation and costs. The chapter also examines how major tech companies are investing in nuclear solutions and the implications for future energy sourcing.

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