3 Things that caught our attention this week...
?1.?????? AI’s Power Problem: The Battle for Electricity
2024 was the year AI ran headfirst into its biggest limitation: electricity. Tech giants like Meta, OpenAI, and Nvidia are pushing the limits of power-hungry data centers, igniting a global scramble for energy.
As AI reshapes industries, its demand for power raises tough questions: Will it spark a clean energy revolution, or tighten our grip on fossil fuels? Michael Liebreich of BloombergNEF dives into the high-stakes clash between AI’s growth and the world’s energy limits.
A long read, but worth every second if you care about the future of AI and energy.
2.?????? Ballmer vs. Nadella: Leadership Lessons from Microsoft
Steve Ballmer focused on aggressive growth, while Satya Nadella revitalized Microsoft with innovation and agility. Their contrasting styles highlight the importance of balancing stability and innovation, understanding your entrepreneurial archetype, and aligning leadership strengths with long-term goals.
Which leadership approach resonates with you?
3.?????? Cryonics: Freeze Now, Dream Later
For $200,000, German start-up Tomorrow.Bio will freeze your dead body and stash it at -196°C, betting future science can drag you back to life. It’s not magic—it’s antifreeze, dimethyl sulfoxide, and a whole lot of hope.
Critics call it a pipe dream; the start-up calls it progress. With 700 people already signed up and U.S. expansion on the horizon, the question isn’t if cryonics will work—it’s how long you’re willing to stay on ice waiting to find out.