Human brain cells set to power two new data centers, thanks to 'body-in-the-box' CL1 — Cortical Labs targets the AI energy crisis with biological computer that reportedly uses less energy than a calculator

Cortical Labs, an Australian tech startup, has partnered with DayOne to establish two data centers in Australia and Singapore powered by their CL1 biological computer. These data centers will utilize CL1 units, which contain a silicon chip with 200,000 lab-grown human neurons that respond to electrical stimuli, mimicking neural networks in the human brain. The CL1 is designed to consume significantly less energy than traditional computers, with each unit priced at around $35,000. This innovative approach to computing aims to address the energy consumption challenges associated with AI data centers, offering a more efficient and sustainable alternative.