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    AI

    Google Cloud unveils two new AI chips to rival Nvidia

    Google Cloud introduces two new AI chips to compete with Nvidia, strengthening its position in AI infrastructure and cloud computing.

    By Shivangi Yadav26 April 20263 min read
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    Brief

    Cerebras moves toward public listing with IPO filing

    AI chip startup Cerebras has filed for an IPO, aiming to expand its position in high-performance computing and artificial intelligence hardware.

    By Shivangi Yadav25 April 20262 min read
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    Startups

    Fluidstack in talks to raise $1B at $18B valuation shortly after reaching $7.5B, report says

    AI data centre startup Fluidstack is reportedly in talks to raise $1 billion at an $18 billion valuation, signalling rapid growth in demand for AI infrastructure.

    By Shivangi Yadav19 April 20262 min read
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    Brief

    Google and Intel expand collaboration on AI infrastructure

    Google and Intel deepen their AI infrastructure partnership to enhance cloud performance, data processing, and next-generation AI capabilities.

    By Shivangi Yadav14 April 20262 min read

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    Brief

    Firmus, Nvidia-backed AI data centre builder, reaches $5.5B valuation

    Firmus, an AI data centre builder backed by Nvidia, has reached a $5.5 billion valuation, underscoring rapid growth in demand for AI infrastructure.

    By Shivangi Yadav10 April 20262 min read
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    Brief

    Iran warns of attacks on Stargate AI data centers amid rising tensions

    Iran has threatened Stargate AI data centres linked to U.S. tech firms, raising concerns over geopolitical risks, cybersecurity, and global AI infrastructure.

    By Shivangi Yadav8 April 20262 min read
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    Climate

    AI firms turn to massive natural gas plants to power data centres, raising concerns

    AI companies are building large natural gas plants to power data centres, raising concerns about emissions, energy demand, and environmental impact.

    By Shivangi Yadav6 April 20264 min read
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    Climate

    Meta’s massive natural gas consumption could rival South Dakota’s energy use

    Meta’s rising natural gas consumption highlights the growing energy demands of AI and data centres, potentially matching the power needs of entire states.

    By Shivangi Yadav5 April 20263 min read

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    Space

    Starcloud secures $170 million Series A to develop space-based data centers

    Starcloud raises $170M Series A funding to build data centres in space, aiming to revolutionise cloud computing with orbital infrastructure.

    By Shivangi Yadav4 April 20264 min read
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    Government & Policy

    Senator proposes taxing data centres to offset AI-driven job losses

    A senator suggests imposing costs on data centres to address AI-related job losses, sparking debate over automation, workforce impact, and tech regulation.

    By Shivangi Yadav31 March 20264 min read
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    Brief

    Bernie Sanders and AOC push proposal to halt new data centre construction

    Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez propose limiting data centre construction, citing environmental concerns and rising energy consumption.

    By Shivangi Yadav31 March 20262 min read
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    Brief

    Crusoe ramps up large-scale battery purchases for data center expansion

    Crusoe is investing heavily in battery storage for its data centres, aiming to support AI workloads with reliable, energy-efficient power infrastructure.

    By Shivangi Yadav27 March 20262 min read