Why the electrical grid needs more software

The electrical grid is facing unprecedented stress from the addition of new data centers. Software could offer a ...

Nuclear Developer Proposes Using Navy Reactors for Data Centers

A Texas power developer is proposing to repurpose nuclear reactors from Navy warships to supply the US grid as the Trump ...

Austin braces for AI-driven data center boom that could strain grid, raise rates

A city report recommends regulations for AI-fueled data centers to curb strain on Austin’s power grid, water supply and ...
Wall Street Journal

China’s AI Power Play: Cheap Electricity From World’s Biggest Grid

ULANQAB, China—The U.S. invented the most powerful artificial-intelligence models and controls access to the most advanced computer chips, but China has an ace to play in the global AI contest. China ...

National Grid continues to restore service after gutsy wind knocked power to parts of Mass.

National Grid crews are continuing to restore services after gusty winds knocked power to parts of Massachusetts. National ...
The New York Times

Senators Investigate Role of A.I. Data Centers in Rising Electricity Costs

Three Democrats are seeking information from tech firms about the growing energy use of data centers and the utility bills of individuals and other businesses. By Ivan Penn and Karen Weise Three ...
CNET

You Might Still Need a Landline, Even in 2026. Here's Why

Still got your cordless phone? It could be the only thing keeping you connected to the world when there's a massive mobile outage. Ian Sherr Contributor and Former Editor at Large / News Ian Sherr (he ...