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Firmus Co-Founder Claims Batteries Will Unlock Data Centre Prosperity

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Oliver Curtis says data centres should be regarded as the smelters of this century and supported by clean energy infrastructure to unlock economic riches.

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Oliver Curtis, co-founder of Firmus, emphasizes the significance of data centers as the modern equivalent of industrial smelters, advocating for the integration of clean energy infrastructure, particularly batteries, to drive economic growth. This perspective highlights the potential of AI-driven data centers in shaping future industry standards but lacks a direct focus on AI safety or catastrophic risk mitigation. While the article underlines the economic benefits of energy-efficient technologies, it does not substantially engage with existential AI threats or specific policies addressing AI risks. The piece is of interest primarily for those exploring AI-related infrastructure advancements rather than direct safety implications.

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