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Changing Global Foreign Policy on Importation and Exportation of Raw Materials: A 2024 Overview
US Uranium Production Surge: In 2024, U.S. uranium production more than tripled, driven by concerns over foreign supply reliability, including Russia. The increase comes amid efforts to reduce dependence on Russian uranium imports, which are now banned under the...

Microsoft’s Autonomous AI Agents: A New Era in Business Technology
Microsoft will allow organizations to create their own AI agents through its Copilot studio, enhancing business operations with autonomous virtual workers that utilize machine learning and natural language processing. The launch of Microsoft’s AI agents coincides...

The Path to Advanced Reactor Approval: Strengthening the Foundation to NRC’s Preparedness
The GAO's recent report identifies ongoing challenges within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), including unclear guidance and staffing shortages, impacting its ability to efficiently approve advanced reactor applications. Recommendations from the GAO call for...

Advancing the Future: Fuel Loading Initiates for Vogtle Unit 4 in Landmark Nuclear Project
A forthcoming rule poised for implementation later this year signifies a transformative step in the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) emergency preparedness program, tailoring its focus to large light-water cooled nuclear power reactors, Small Modular Reactors...

From Concept to Reality: The Evolution of Nuclear Safety Protocols
A forthcoming rule poised for implementation later this year signifies a transformative step in the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC) emergency preparedness program, tailoring its focus to large light-water cooled nuclear power reactors, Small Modular Reactors...

Global Atomic’s Resilience Amidst Shifting Political Landscape in Niger
Global Atomic's Steadfast Stance: Amidst the evolving political landscape in Niger, Global Atomic maintains operations, displaying resilience and adaptability in the face of uncertainty. Positive Strides Towards Stability: The appointment of a new civilian-military...

Symphony of Fusion: General Fusion’s LM26 and the Path to Clean Energy Revolution
Fusion Pioneers General Fusion Unveil LM26": General Fusion, a trailblazer in fusion energy, introduces Lawson Machine 26 (LM26), a marvel poised to validate their breakthrough fusion approach, showcasing cost-effectiveness and rapid progress. "Innovative Fusion...

Next-Gen Nuclear Technology. Game Changing Acquisition Shaping the Future of Energy.
LIS Technologies is acquiring CRISLA Inc., a developer of patented laser technology with applications in uranium enrichment and more. The acquisition aligns with efforts to enhance uranium enrichment capabilities in the US, critical for nuclear power generation and...

Balancing Safety and Efficiency: Nuclear Sector Grapples with Regulatory Uncertainty in Emergency Preparedness
Prolonged Regulatory Delays: Delays in finalizing emergency preparedness regulations for small modular reactors and advanced nuclear technologies have raised concerns, with the anticipated rule publication date pushed back, leaving developers and industry stakeholders...

Navigating Nuclear Complexes: Sellafield’s Drone Revolution in Nuclear Facilities
Sellafield Ltd achieves a major milestone by deploying the Elios 3 drone, equipped with LiDAR technology, within their nuclear complex, ushering in unparalleled efficiency in mapping and 3D modeling. The drone's successful flights through confined spaces, guided by...

Energy Northwest and X-energy Join Forces to Advance Xe-100 Advanced Reactor Technology
Energy Northwest and X-energy have partnered to advance the commercial development of the Xe-100 advanced reactor technology. The Xe-100 is an 80 MWe high-temperature gas-cooled reactor, scalable to a 320 MWe four-pack, utilizing TRISO particle fuel for enhanced...