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Wednesday 27 November 2024
AWS details diverse energy strategy, nuclear power plans
Following Amazon's recent announcement of its investment in nuclear energy in the US, industry watchers are waiting to see if such investment will expand to other regions.
Monday 11 November 2024
AI boom drives data center evolution and strains global energy grid
TSMC's earnings call for the third quarter of 2023 underscored a core message: "AI is Real." As AI demand surges, the expansion of data centers has become crucial. Nvidia CEO Jensen...
Friday 1 November 2024
South Korea rides the nuclear wave to boost exports and domestic energy resilience
South Korea, one of the world's most nuclear-reliant nations, has seen nuclear power generation reach historic highs for two consecutive years. Under President Yoon Suk-yeol's administration,...
Wednesday 30 October 2024
Taiwan's official reassures green energy supply can support AI development
Taiwan can generate enough green energy to fuel AI sector growth, says Economic Affairs Minister J.W. Kuo, addressing Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's projection of 10 billion kWh in annual...
Tuesday 29 October 2024
Taiwan's power woes could deter foreign investment, warns Delta founder
Despite repeated assurances from authorities that Taiwan won't face power shortages, concerns about energy supply continue to loom over the island's industrial development. Bruce...
Monday 28 October 2024
Google's energy strategy: nuclear and renewables in focus for Asia-Pacific growth
Google's recent nuclear energy procurement in the US has sparked interest, especially after CEO Sundar Pichai discussed nuclear power during his visit to Japan, fueling speculation...
Monday 28 October 2024
Rapidus's Hokkaido 2nm fab nears completion, eyes 1.4nm production with government support
Rapidus has announced that its first wafer fab in Hokkaido, which is intended for 2mm chip production, is now 80% complete. The company also aims to progress to 1.4mm chips if its...
Friday 25 October 2024
Tech giants bet on nuclear to power AI: can governments keep up?
The industry's trio of cloud service providers (CSPs) are actively embracing nuclear energy with unprecedented enthusiasm, signaling a major shift in the global energy landscape....
Thursday 24 October 2024
Taiwan re-evaluates nuclear policy amid AI-driven power surge
Taiwan is aligning with a growing global trend, as nations and tech giants increasingly turn to nuclear power to meet the surging electrical demand driven by AI. Premier Cho Jung-Tai...
Monday 21 October 2024
China aims to export nuclear tech but faces global skepticism
China is rapidly expanding its nuclear energy sector, with nuclear power currently accounting for only about 5% of its electricity generation compared to nearly 70% from coal. Despite...
Friday 18 October 2024
US faces nuclear power expansion challenges amid net-zero push
The US Department of Energy estimates the country will need to add 200 GW of nuclear capacity by 2050 to meet its net-zero targets and phase out coal-fired power plants. That translates...
Friday 11 October 2024
SMRs emerge as potential answer to data center power needs amid AI surge
The rapid development of AI, along with the expansion of power-intensive industries like semiconductors and the electrification of vehicles and appliances, is driving a surge in electricity...
Thursday 3 October 2024
NSTC aims to finalize plans for Czech IC design training base by December
Plans to provide local chip design and basic training in Prague under the Taiwan Chip-based Industrial Innovation Program (Taiwan CbI) in October have reportedly been affected due...
Monday 30 September 2024
How AI drives the renewed interest in nuclear energy
Silicon Valley's elite have been pouring money into nuclear energy for years, convinced of its critical role in the clean energy transition. Now, the soaring energy demands of AI...
Friday 27 September 2024
Japan's advancements in diamond semiconductor technology could lead to practical applications by 2025-2030
Technological breakthroughs in diamond semiconductors, known for their superior performance despite technical challenges, could lead to practical applications as early as 2025 to...