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Tricia Crimmins

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AI

Data centers consider going nuclear

Some states want to power data centers with new nuclear reactors.

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AI

The AI data center conversation is reaching fever pitch

Seventy percent of Americans don’t want data centers built in their area, per new Gallup data.

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AI

Yes, your electric bill is rising. It’s not just because of data centers

Volatile natural gas prices and aging grid infrastructure are the bigger drivers of rising power costs, though data centers could still push bills higher down the road.

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Tech Business

Audible’s new impermanent subscription

Critics say Audible's new, cheap subscription tier may be a trojan horse.

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AI

Is OpenAI entering its e-commerce era?

OpenAI is pushing into in-chat shopping, but it still hasn't figured out sales tax compliance or how it will handle your credit card data.

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Electric Vehicles

The ‘greener’ the data center, the greater the potential savings

Data centers that prioritize clean energy and efficiency can save money and foster growth.

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AI

What we’re looking for at CES

Morning Brew’s new Enterprise Tech team is headed to Vegas.

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Tech Business

Critical mineral processing will go global in 2026, experts say

China leads in the refinement of most critical minerals, but many say that’s going to change.

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AI

A grid software company created a Turing test for VPPs

A new report from EnergyHub outlines how VPPs can replace peaker plants.

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Emerging Tech

Energy-efficient buildings are performing well and creating more jobs, new reports find

Data from the National Association of Realtors and the Building Performance Association show that energy efficiency is a priority in the building sector.