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Google launches Gemini for Science tools for researchers
Artificial Intelligence

Google launches Gemini for Science tools for researchers

Researchers will gain tools to cut literature review and modelling time as Google opens access to experimental Gemini for Science features gradually.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Ferveret study says waterless cooling lifts AI efficiency
DataCentre infrastructure

Ferveret study says waterless cooling lifts AI efficiency

The benchmark suggests AI data centres could boost compute output by 15% without using water, easing power and cooling pressure.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Mar 2026
Understanding the value of virtual power plants as grid resources
Cartech

Understanding the value of virtual power plants as grid resources

Virtual power plants are emerging as cheaper, flexible grid allies, turning homes, EVs and batteries into a fast-growing virtual energy network.

By Rolf Bienert • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026
AMD & Oak Ridge announce USD $1 billion AI supercomputing push
Data sovereignty

AMD & Oak Ridge announce USD $1 billion AI supercomputing push

AMD and Oak Ridge National Labouratory partner with the US Department of Energy in a USD $1 billion investment to launch two AI supercomputers, Lux AI and Discovery.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Oct 2025
HPE to build Discovery & Lux computing systems for Oak Ridge lab
Hyperscale

HPE to build Discovery & Lux computing systems for Oak Ridge lab

HPE will build Discovery and Lux, advanced supercomputing systems for Oak Ridge lab, boosting AI and scientific research with cutting-edge tech.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Oct 2025
Dr. Deepak Divan to lead Endeavour drive in high power DC
Hyperscale

Dr. Deepak Divan to lead Endeavour drive in high power DC

Dr Deepak Divan joins Endeavour to lead high-power DC infrastructure development, tackling rising energy demands in AI, industry and transport sectors.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2025
Hitachi Vantara ups energy efficiency & sets new carbon goals
Storage

Hitachi Vantara ups energy efficiency & sets new carbon goals

Hitachi Vantara boosts energy efficiency in its storage solutions and sets carbon neutrality targets for FY2030 and FY2050, enhancing sustainability efforts worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
El Capitan: world's fastest exascale supercomputer debuts
Artificial Intelligence

El Capitan: world's fastest exascale supercomputer debuts

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has delivered El Capitan, the world's fastest exascale supercomputer, to the US Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore Laboratory.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Censys reports massive 238% rise in global channel growth
Cybersecurity

Censys reports massive 238% rise in global channel growth

Censys has reported a remarkable 238% increase in its global channel programme, driven by a booming demand for attack surface management solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
GE Vernova unveils first sustainability report, highlights gains
Supply Chain

GE Vernova unveils first sustainability report, highlights gains

GE Vernova's first Sustainability Report reveals 2023 milestones, including 29 GW new generating capacity, 20 million tons of CO₂ avoided, and 39% emission cuts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Hitachi Vantara's VSP One Block tops in performance, efficiency
Storage

Hitachi Vantara's VSP One Block tops in performance, efficiency

Hitachi Vantara's VSP One Block tops ENERGY STAR's NVSS Disk Online 4 category for performance and energy efficiency, marking a crucial win for sustainable tech.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
OpenADR Alliance sees rapid growth in EV charging sector
Internet of Things

OpenADR Alliance sees rapid growth in EV charging sector

The OpenADR Alliance achieves 200 members, driven by surging demand for EV charging technology. New innovative members like EVchron and Hypercharge join, heralding a significant milestone.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024
Siemens unveils Catapult AI NN to boost AI accelerator design
Marketing Technologies

Siemens unveils Catapult AI NN to boost AI accelerator design

Siemens unveils Catapult AI NN, a new software to streamline AI accelerator development, allowing for efficient, power-optimised SoC designs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024

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Cybersecurity on alert as Iran shifts to disruptive digital attacks
Malware

Cybersecurity on alert as Iran shifts to disruptive digital attacks

Iranian cyber attacks shift towards causing disruption and political damage following Israeli strikes, raising cybersecurity alarms.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025
US Department of Energy secures USD $107.57 billion deals
Supply Chain

US Department of Energy secures USD $107.57 billion deals

The U.S. Department of Energy's Loan Programs Office has secured a record USD $107.57 billion across 53 projects in four years, bolstering clean energy innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Puerto Rico receives $584.5 million for energy boost
Storage

Puerto Rico receives $584.5 million for energy boost

The US Department of Energy has granted a $584.5 million loan guarantee to support solar and battery projects in Puerto Rico, enhancing energy resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Myriad Uranium expands Copper Mountain Project to 9,320 acres
Mining

Myriad Uranium expands Copper Mountain Project to 9,320 acres

Myriad Uranium has broadened the Copper Mountain Project Area from 4,200 acres to 9,320 acres, tapping into significant uranium mineralisation potential.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Can utilities keep the lights on in the face of extreme weather?
Robotics

Can utilities keep the lights on in the face of extreme weather?

As extreme weather threatens energy infrastructures, UK utilities are seeking to bolster network resilience against outages, with smart technologies and AI playing a crucial role.

By Phil Beecher • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024