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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Quantum computing is a path to energy-efficient AI

The AI boom is driving an explosive surge in computational demands and reshaping the landscape of technology, infrastructure, and innovation. One of the biggest barriers to widespread AI deployment today is access to power. Some estimates suggest AI-driven data centers now consume more electricity than entire nations. The World Economic Forum projects a doubling of energy use by data centers from 2024 to 2027, driven by the energy-intensive nature of AI workloads.
Artificial intelligence
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bill requiring removal of unused power lines to avoid wildfire risks dies in Sacramento

A California bill to require utilities to remove decommissioned power lines and strengthen wildfire-prevention infrastructure failed in the legislature, drawing frustration from Sen. Pérez.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

How France aims to keep the power on as temperatures soar

Very high temperatures over several days with temperatures that do not drop at night cause the temperature of the tarmac to rise by several dozen degrees (on the surface), which put severe strain on the underground networks.
France news
DevOps
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Google details 1 MW IT rack plans exploiting EV supply chain

Google is upgrading datacenter racks to support 1 MW power loads, essential for scaling AI processing capabilities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

At least 11 killed in suspected RSF drone attack on Sudan displacement camp

"The attack marks a deadly escalation in the ongoing conflict, with the Rapid Support Forces being accused of systematically targeting power infrastructure and civilian areas."
Russo-Ukrainian War
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