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Nov 2024
10m 49s

Nuclear Power: A Solution for AI's Energ...

Jaeden Schafer and Jamie McCauley
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In this conversation, Jamie and Jaeden discuss the significant energy challenges faced by AI technologies and the efforts of major tech companies like Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon to find sustainable energy solutions. They explore the potential of nuclear power as a clean energy source, the environmental hurdles that arise, and the complexities of energy demand versus supply in the context of AI's growing needs. The discussion highlights the regulatory challenges and the importance of balancing environmental concerns with the urgent need for increased energy production.

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