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Meta Secures Multiple Nuclear Power Deals to Boost AI Data Center Energy Supply

Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com

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Meta has signed nuclear power agreements with TerraPower, Oklo, and Vistra to support its AI data centers, including the upcoming Prometheus project in Ohio, aiming to add up to 6.6 gigawatts of clean energy by 2035, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable and reliable energy sources.

Meta Partners in Nuclear Power Initiatives to Boost AI Data Center Energy

Originally Published 2 days ago — by AP News

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Meta has secured multiple nuclear power agreements with TerraPower, Oklo, and Vistra to power its AI data centers in Ohio, supporting up to 6.6 gigawatts of clean energy by 2035, including funding for new nuclear units and existing plant expansions, to ensure reliable energy supply for its data infrastructure.

OpenAI and SoftBank Invest $1 Billion in SB Energy and Stargate Expansion

Originally Published 2 days ago — by Reuters

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OpenAI and SoftBank are investing $1 billion in SB Energy to expand AI data center infrastructure for the Stargate initiative, including building a large data center in Texas and deploying AI tools for SB Energy employees, as part of a broader push to support AI growth through significant energy infrastructure investments.

US Faces Potential Electricity Crisis

Originally Published 5 days ago — by Canary Media

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The article discusses the potential for an energy crisis in the US driven by rising costs, increased demand from AI data centers, and delays in renewable energy projects, but also highlights the possibility that advancements in battery technology and smarter grid utilization could prevent such a crisis.

Nvidia Unveils Vera Rubin AI Platform and Next-Gen Chips in Full Production

Originally Published 6 days ago — by CNN

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Nvidia unveiled its new AI data center platform, Vera Rubin, which aims to address the increasing demands of AI models and is set to launch in late 2026. The company is positioning itself as a leader in AI infrastructure amidst growing industry competition and significant investments in AI technology, with major cloud providers and AI labs expected to adopt the new system.

Top Investment Picks and Growth Stocks to Watch in 2026

Originally Published 9 days ago — by Barron's

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The article discusses the certainty of increased electric load due to AI data centers, the bullish outlook on gold miners amid global fiscal deficits, the evolution of Fidelity's Contrafund, and the risks associated with timeshare ownership, emphasizing strategic investment considerations for 2026.

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt Enters AI Data Center Market After Railroad Venture

Originally Published 9 days ago — by Fortune

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Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt is launching Bolt Data & Energy to develop AI data centers in West Texas, leveraging land and energy resources from Texas Pacific Land, with plans to expand from natural gas to renewable and nuclear energy, aiming to support the growing global demand for AI compute capacity.

Top AI Stocks to Watch for 2026's Bull Market

Originally Published 14 days ago — by The Motley Fool

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The article predicts that IREN, an AI data center provider, could lead the next AI stock rally due to its significant contracts and growth potential in AI infrastructure, especially as energy becomes the new bottleneck for AI workloads, with the company poised for rapid revenue expansion by 2026.

FERC Moves to Regulate Data Center and AI Co-Location in Power Grids

Originally Published 24 days ago — by Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (.gov)

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FERC has directed PJM, the largest grid operator in the US, to revise its rules to better accommodate AI-driven data centers and large loads, ensuring grid reliability, fair rates, and consumer protection, while also addressing issues related to interconnection and capacity expansion.

Illinois Faces Power Shortage Amid Surge in AI Data Center Energy Use

Originally Published 26 days ago — by WBEZ Chicago

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Illinois faces a looming power shortage due to high demand from AI data centers and slow development of renewable energy sources, leading to increased bills and potential reliance on natural gas plants, which may delay the state's goal of phasing out fossil fuels by 2050.

Illinois Faces Power Shortage Amid Surge in AI Data Center Energy Use

Originally Published 26 days ago — by Chicago Sun-Times

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Illinois faces a looming power shortage due to high demand from AI data centers and slow development of renewable energy sources, leading to potential reliance on natural gas plants and delayed coal plant retirements, which poses challenges to the state's clean energy goals.