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Data centers in space for sustainable computing
News Oct 31, 2025

Data centers in space for sustainable computing

Researchers suggest building data centers in orbit to use endless solar power and natural cooling, reducing costs and emissions for growing computing needs.
giulioprisco 2 min read
'Lightning' system combines light and electrons to unlock faster, greener computing for machine-learning models
News Sep 13, 2023

'Lightning' system combines light and electrons to unlock faster, greener computing for machine-learning models

May also reduce high costs
amara_angelica 1 min read
In a first, a space solar power system has wirelessly transmitted power in space
News Jun 5, 2023

In a first, a space solar power system has wirelessly transmitted power in space

Ultimate goal: "A world powered by uninterruptible renewable energy."
amara_angelica 1 min read
AI's Dirty Secret: The Shocking Carbon Footprint of the Technology That Powers Our Lives
News Mar 9, 2023

AI's Dirty Secret: The Shocking Carbon Footprint of the Technology That Powers Our Lives

AI's rapid growth is causing a massive increase in carbon emissions. Experts call for transparency and efficiency.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
How AI is Revolutionizing Global Problem Solving: Insights from a New Study
News Feb 28, 2023

How AI is Revolutionizing Global Problem Solving: Insights from a New Study

AI can foresee megatrend evolution and remedies, improving comprehension.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
Green hydrogen produced by splitting seawater
News Feb 3, 2023

Green hydrogen produced by splitting seawater

lewisfarrell 1 min read