Roundtables: Why AI Companies Are Betting on Next-Gen Nuclear

AI companies are increasingly investing in next-generation nuclear power plants to meet the energy demands of massive data centers. These new nuclear plants are seen as potentially more cost-effective and safer than traditional ones. MIT Technology Review hosted a discussion on hyperscale AI data centers and next-gen nuclear as part of their 10 Breakthrough Technologies of 2026 list. Speakers included Amy Nordrum, Casey Crownhart, and Mat Honan.