Startups and the US government: It’s getting complicated

The relationship between startups and the U.S. government has strengthened in recent years. This shift is supported by a growing interest in using artificial intelligence, automation, space technology, robotics, and climate technology for defense purposes. While this has provided another…

Microsoft buys another 100 MW of solar, this time in Japan

Microsoft is purchasing 100 megawatts of solar capacity from the Japanese developer Shizen Energy. This agreement is the latest in a series of renewable energy deals designed to power the tech company’s growing computing needs. The companies announced the deal…