Nuclear Regulatory Commission
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- 2026-08-27 regulatory The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is preparing to abandon a decades-old radiation safety rule as part of the Trump administration's changes to nuclear oversight. source
- 2026-07-26 regulatory The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is proposing to eliminate the ALARA principle for radiation safety. source
- 2026-05-22 regulatory The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission is finalizing a new rule to simplify the regulatory process for fusion energy. source
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Economists question AI company valuations
Economists Maarten Schinkel and Marike Stellinga discuss whether the valuations of AI companies are artificially inflated. They explore this complex economic question, suggesting it's not a simple matter of overvaluatio…
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AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio warns of 'code red' risks in AI development
Yoshua Bengio, a prominent figure in AI research, has issued a stark warning about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, likening the situation to a "code red." He emphasizes that ignoring the potential risk…
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Podcast explores apocalyptic thinking with insightful commentary
A podcast episode titled "Vuur en het denken over de apocalyps" from NRC Onbehaarde Apen, hosted by NRC, was found to be particularly insightful and timely. The episode features colleague Sjoerd de Jong, who offers a st…
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AI-generated opinion pieces found in major Dutch newspapers
A recent investigation revealed that a significant portion of opinion pieces in Dutch newspapers were generated or co-authored by AI. The study found that nearly a fifth of the analyzed opinion articles, published betwe…
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US regulator may drop radiation safety rule to power AI data centers
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is considering a significant change to its radiation safety regulations, potentially abandoning the long-standing ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle. This proposed s…
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Europe's AI Race Strategy: Leaning Towards China?
A discussion is emerging regarding Europe's approach to the AI race, with some suggesting a potential leaning towards China's strategies. This perspective prompts further thought and interest among individuals engaging …
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Gemma 4 31B-IT Model Achieves Operator-Level Performance on Nuclear Licensing Exams
A new study benchmarks the performance of a 31-billion-parameter multimodal language model, Gemma 4 31B-IT, on the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's Reactor Operator licensing examination. The research evaluated eigh…
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US nuclear regulators propose dropping radiation safety principle
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to eliminate the long-standing ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle for radiation safety. This principle has guided facilities like nuclear plants a…
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The Economist explores AI's economic impact amid financial crisis parallels
An article from The Economist, shared on Mastodon, discusses the potential economic impacts of AI, with the author expressing disagreement with some points. The article is linked to a piece on nrc.nl concerning the glob…
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Four US nuclear reactors achieve criticality milestone
Four US companies have achieved a significant milestone by reaching criticality in their prototype nuclear reactors, meeting a goal set by the Trump administration. This technical achievement, demonstrating a sustained …
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Texas oilman pivots to advanced nuclear reactor startup
Doug Robison, a former oilman, has transitioned to leading Natura Resources, an advanced nuclear startup focused on developing molten-salt reactors. The company, which originated from an organic farming business, has se…
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Journalist criticizes NRC's AI use, citing copyright concerns
Rik Smits argues that the Dutch newspaper NRC is not adequately supporting journalism by relying on AI-generated content. He criticizes the newspaper's approach, suggesting that using AI without proper attribution or co…
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Nuclear Power Surges Amidst Policy, Investment, and Demand Growth
Nuclear power is experiencing a significant resurgence driven by policy shifts, increased capital investment, and growing electricity demand, particularly from data centers. Governments in the US and Europe are actively…
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Climate tech firms Fervo, X-energy, Solv Energy successfully go public
Several climate tech companies, including Fervo Energy, X-energy, and Solv Energy, have recently gone public through IPOs, signaling a positive trend in the sector. Fervo Energy, specializing in enhanced geothermal ener…
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US bolsters domestic uranium enrichment ahead of Russian import ban
The United States is accelerating efforts to boost domestic enriched uranium production ahead of a full ban on Russian imports in 2028. Current U.S. nuclear power plants rely on foreign sources for nearly all their uran…
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US explores small nuclear reactors for marine transport
The U.S. Maritime Administration is exploring the integration of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) into the nation's marine transportation system. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the initiative, seekin…
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US regulators streamline rules for safer fusion energy development
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is finalizing new rules that will create a simpler regulatory pathway for fusion energy. This move is driven by the understanding that fusion, unlike fission, does not produce long…