AI computing infrastructure
Power Supply Emerges as Critical Bottleneck in AI Development Race, Says Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella
Nov 10, 2025 01:24 pm CST
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella identifies electrical power constraints as the AI industry's most significant challenge, with tech giants investing billions in computing infrastructure but facing serious energy supply limitations. As data centers could consume up to 12% of US electricity by 2030, companies are exploring alternatives including gas, nuclear, solar, and even space-based solutions to power the AI revolution.
OpenAI Reaches Record $500 Billion Valuation in Employee Share Sale
Oct 02, 2025 07:51 pm CST
ChatGPT developer OpenAI has achieved a record-breaking $500 billion valuation through a private share sale involving employees. With $4.3 billion in revenue for the first half of 2025, the AI company has attracted major investors including SoftBank, despite requiring massive future infrastructure investments. This valuation surpasses Elon Musk's SpaceX, making OpenAI the world's most valuable startup amidst continued investment in the generative AI sector.