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Google partners with Kairos Power to use nuclear energy for AI data centres

bbc.com — October 15, 2024, 02:00 AM UTC

Summary: Google has signed a deal with Kairos Power to use small nuclear reactors for its AI data centres. The first reactor is expected to be operational this decade, with more planned by 2035.

This move aligns with a trend among tech companies seeking nuclear energy to meet the growing electricity demands of AI. Microsoft and Amazon have also made recent agreements related to nuclear power.

Nuclear energy is appealing due to its low carbon emissions and continuous power supply. However, concerns remain about safety and radioactive waste associated with nuclear power.

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