Big Tech invests in nuclear fission startups for power

Big Tech companies are investing in nuclear fission startups to secure reliable power for their data centers, driven by surging electricity demand from AI. This shift follows decades of plant closures and a renewed interest in nuclear energy. Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are backing nuclear fission startups, either through direct investment or power purchase agreements, to meet the increasing energy needs of their data centers. These companies are attracted to the stable, 24/7 power supply offered by nuclear fission. The article highlights several startups, including Kairos Power, Oklo, Saltfoss, TerraPower, and X-Energy, detailing their reactor designs and Big Tech backing. These companies are developing small modular reactors (SMRs) to overcome the limitations of traditional nuclear plants.