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Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Clarington, Durham poised to benefit from Darlington small modular reactor project | CBC News

Ontario and federal governments commit $3 billion to build small modular reactors near Darlington, creating thousands of jobs and long-term electricity generation.
#small-modular-reactors
US politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

Latest federal workers to get furloughed: THe people watching the nuclear stockpile | Fortune

The NNSA is furloughing 1,400 workers during the shutdown, retaining emergency staff and contractors while delaying reactor testing but not immediately endangering the stockpile.
#nuclear-energy
World news
fromAxios
1 month ago

U.S., UK aim to usher in "golden age of nuclear" in series of deals

U.S.-U.K. agreements will expand nuclear cooperation, build small modular reactors and HALEU supply, aiming for energy security and reduced dependence on Russia by 2028.
US politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

The US is trying to kick-start a "nuclear energy renaissance"

Deregulation-driven push to revive nuclear energy faces objections because high construction costs, long build times, and divided expert opinion undermine feasibility.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

This Underrated AI Stock is Readying Up for a 6G Boom

Qualcomm ( NASDAQ:QCOM) stands out as one of the lesser-appreciated semiconductor names as the AI revolution continues to play out, while other emerging tech trends also start to gain traction among growth and momentum-focused investors. Indeed, the AI race and the road towards AGI (or artificial general intelligence) seems to be on, with many hyperscalers signing deals or taking stakes in the great OpenAI, the firm that kicked off the AI boom when it unleashed ChatGPT to the world.
Tech industry
Science
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

AI Energy Crunch: These 3 Stocks Hold the Key To Resolving the Crisis

Surging AI data center power demands risk overwhelming the U.S. grid, necessitating major upgrades or on-site generation like small modular reactors.
#uranium
#oklo
Miscellaneous
fromFortune
1 month ago

Trump goes off script in UN address, praising Germany for returning to nuclear energy and fossil fuels: 'All green is all bankrupt' | Fortune

Trump urged countries to prioritize reliable oil, gas, and coal over costly renewables, criticizing Germany's energy transition and defending fossil fuels as essential to development.
World news
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

US-UK tech partnership likely to be signed Thursday

The U.S. and U.K. will sign a Tech Prosperity Deal focusing on AI, quantum, and nuclear technologies with major corporate investment and joint infrastructure projects.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

French datacenter biz signs 12-year nuclear pact with EDF

Those in France at least will now be partly powered via a CAPN, in addition to long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) Data4 already has in place for solar and wind energy. The contract involves a "cost and risk-sharing mechanism" based on the actual volumes of energy produced - a so-called behind-the-meter arrangement where it can secure energy at a reduced cost over the long term.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Drill baby, drill': Reform UK zero in on Ed Miliband's climate policies

Twelve thousand people are supposed to be attending Reform UK's party conference in Birmingham over three days this week (according to Reform at least), and Crossman is one of them. Their leader, Nigel Farage, has said it is ridiculous to refer to carbon dioxide as a pollutant and added: I can't tell you whether CO2 is leading to warming or not.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Taiwan's nuclear referendum reveals energy dilemma DW 08/21/2025

Going nuclear-free would undermine national security,
World news
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Equinix tackles power problem with nuclear technology

Global electricity demand is growing by 4 percent annually, with significant contributions from AI-driven data centers. Equinix is securing future power through agreements with multiple nuclear companies.
Digital life
#sizewell-c
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Trump to host Bahrain, Qatar officials at White House

The U.S. and Bahrain signed the agreement as the Trump administration ramps up efforts to enhance global energy security.
US politics
Business
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump policies aren't stopping VCs from plowing big money into climate tech

Despite changes in federal policy, investment in U.S. climate tech companies is growing, with equity investment up significantly.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Ford says Ontario will do its 'very best' to hit key climate target after documents show it's off track | CBC News

Ontario aims to meet climate change targets by 2030 despite projections indicating significant shortfalls.
#iran
fromeuronews
4 months ago
US news

Strikes on Iran's Fordow facility rendered it inoperable, Israel says

US and Israeli airstrikes have severely damaged Iran's Fordow enrichment site but did not completely neutralize its nuclear capabilities.
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 months ago
US news

An Encounter With An Iranian Nuclear Scientist Killed In The Israeli Air Strikes

Fereydoun Abbasi, a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist, was killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear ambitions.
US news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 months ago

An Encounter With An Iranian Nuclear Scientist Killed In The Israeli Air Strikes

Fereydoun Abbasi, a prominent Iranian nuclear scientist, was killed in Israeli airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear ambitions.
fromtime.com
4 months ago

Breaking Down the Environmental Risks From Strikes on Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Sites

The attack on Iranian nuclear sites doesn't pose the same hazard as an accident with a functioning nuclear reactor, as radioactive contamination is likely to be local.
US news
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Amazon joins the big nuclear party, buying 1.92 GW for AWS | TechCrunch

Amazon's collaboration with Talen Energy to utilize nuclear energy for AWS demonstrates a commitment to sustainable energy sourcing among tech giants, setting industry precedents.
NYC startup
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

This Sam Altman Stock is Up 200% So Far This Year

Oklo stock has jumped over 500% in the past year, revealing its significance in meeting the nuclear energy needs of rising AI data center demands.
NYC startup
#energy-policy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
UK politics

GB Energy's promised 8.3bn budget raided to pay for small nuclear reactors

Rachel Reeves has redirected significant funds meant for GB Energy to support the nuclear sector, raising concerns about renewable energy investment.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago
UK politics

Sizewell C secures 14.2bn state boost - but energy savings won't come for a decade

UK announces £14.2 billion investment in Sizewell C nuclear power plant to boost energy security and lower future bills.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

GB Energy's promised 8.3bn budget raided to pay for small nuclear reactors

Rachel Reeves has redirected significant funds meant for GB Energy to support the nuclear sector, raising concerns about renewable energy investment.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Proxima Fusion joins the club of well-funded nuclear contenders with 130M Series A | TechCrunch

"Wait for the early 2030s and you will see fusion giants in each geopolitical block," Proxima's CEO Francesco Sciortino predicted.
European startups
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

China banned from investing in Sizewell C, energy secretary Ed Miliband vows

Ed Miliband stated on BBC Radio 4 that China would be blocked from investing in the Sizewell C power station amidst security concerns over foreign investment.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

A Czech deal to build nuclear reactors worth $18 billion is unblocked after a court clears the way

A deal to build at least two nuclear reactors in Czechia was unblocked Wednesday after an appeals court dismissed a lower court ruling that blocked the government from signing.
Europe news
NYC music
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Day Around the Bay: E-40 Drops a New NPR Tiny Desk Concert, Bay Area Goes Nuts

Jamal Edwards pleads not guilty to charges linked to his grandson's shooting death; a new recovery facility is set to open; Facebook secures nuclear power for AI.
Violence in Gaza escalates with significant casualties among Palestinians; Trump's former FEMA chief faced backlash for hurricane season ignorance, later claimed it was a joke.
#meta
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

S&P 500 (NYSEARCA: SPY) Live: Broader Markets Stall on Trade Deal Worries

The ongoing uncertainty in trade negotiations is causing mixed results in stock performance, with the market waiting to see developments that could impact economic growth.
Marketing tech
US news
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

Think You're Smarter Than Slate's Managing Audience Development Editor? Find Out With This Week's News Quiz.

This week's news quiz covers diverse current events, including nuclear energy updates and the need for stable power in Puerto Rico.
Canada news
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Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

What does the recent blackout tell us about renewables? DW 05/20/2025

Spain and Portugal experienced a significant blackout, raising questions about the reliability of renewable energy amidst the country's transition goals.
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