Nuclear Ambitions: Nvidia Joins Tech Giants in Backing Small Modular Reactors for AI’s Insatiable Energy Demands

20 June 2025 20 June 2025

As AI’s energy appetite grows, the tech industry is turning to a mix of advanced nuclear technologies, smart grid innovations, and next-generation renewables to meet demand. From molten salt reactors and microreactors to AI-driven load balancing and long-duration energy storage, companies are exploring a diverse portfolio of solutions. Emerging technologies like green hydrogen and fusion, along with streamlined energy policies and private grid development, are shaping a future where clean, reliable power can keep pace with AI’s exponential growth.

Tiangong, China’s Open-Source Humanoid Robot, Is Ready to Take Over the World

4 February 2025 4 February 2025

China has unveiled Tiangong, an open-source humanoid robot that promises to revolutionize the robotics industry. Standing at 163 cm tall and powered entirely by electricity, Tiangong combines advanced capabilities with a flexible platform for global collaboration. Its agility, adaptability, and open-source framework make it a game-changer in both industrial and household applications. As part of China’s broader strategy to lead the global robotics market, Tiangong represents not just technological innovation but also a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

AI and the Road to Technological Singularity

2 December 2024 2 December 2024

Advances in AI language translation are bringing us closer to the concept of technological singularity, where machines could potentially surpass human intelligence. By analyzing metrics like Time to Edit (TTE), which measures the efficiency of AI-generated translations, we see AI narrowing the gap with human performance. While this progress is remarkable, challenges in defining and achieving true AGI remain.

Deloitte’s Solutions for the EU CSRD: A Game-Changer in Sustainability Reporting

27 November 2024 27 November 2024

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a pivotal EU regulation aimed at broadening and deepening sustainability reporting for companies, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The directive mandates comprehensive reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, emphasizing double materiality. To meet CSRD requirements, companies can leverage digital solutions like IoT, AI, and advanced reporting tools, as well as collaborate with supply chains to enhance sustainability performance. By following global ESG standards, such as ISO 14064, companies can ensure compliance and improve transparency in their sustainability efforts.

Blue Hydrogen: A Green Dream or Ecological Nightmare?

8 September 2024 10 September 2024

Blue Hydrogen: A Clean Energy Dilemma
Despite being touted as a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels, blue hydrogen faces significant environmental challenges. The production process, which involves carbon capture and storage (CCS), can lead to methane leakage, energy-intensive CCS operations, and potential CO2 storage leaks. These factors undermine the notion of blue hydrogen as a truly clean energy source, raising concerns about its contribution to climate change.

AI, Cybersecurity, and Sustainability

7 September 2024 10 September 2024

We explore in this article, the rapid advancements in AI, cybersecurity challenges, and the critical focus on sustainability in the tech industry. From AI-powered devices improving energy efficiency to the development of sustainable data centers, these innovations are reshaping how technology interacts with our environment. The potential of AI to boost the UK job market by 610,000 jobs highlights the economic benefits, but also raises concerns about the growing energy demands. As we embrace these technological advancements, the importance of addressing future ecological challenges, such as digital pollution and the sustainable management of e-waste, becomes increasingly urgent.