Mark Harris
Technology journalist who wrote the MIT Technology Review piece profiling Kairos and its molten-salt modular reactor efforts; appears as the episode's expert guest.
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Nov 11, 2025 • 7min
The old technique that could power future nuclear reactors
Mark Harris, a technology journalist known for his insights on energy innovation, dives deep into the fascinating world of small modular nuclear reactors. He sheds light on how AI companies are eyeing nuclear power to meet energy demands swiftly. Discover the appeal of molten-salt cooling, its engineering challenges, and how Kairos is making strides toward functional prototypes. Excitingly, hear about Kairos' partnership with Google to deliver carbon-free electricity—this could change the energy landscape dramatically!
Nov 11, 2025 • 7min
The old technique that could power future nuclear reactors
Mark Harris, an investigative technology journalist, dives into the innovative world of nuclear power, specifically focusing on the advancements made by Kairos in small modular reactors. He discusses how AI companies, like Google, are adapting to increasing electricity demands with faster nuclear solutions. Harris highlights the benefits of molten-salt cooling, which offers safer pressure management, and touches on the engineering challenges of modernizing this old technique. He also outlines Kairos's ambitious timeline to supply power and its partnership with Google for a sustainable energy future.
