The relentless expansion of artificial intelligence is colliding with a harsh economic reality, as the voracious energy appetite of data centers fuels a surge in electricity costs that is now creating significant political blowback. With residential utility bills climbing and voter dissatisfaction
Forging a unified national defense against cyber threats requires a delicate balance between government intelligence needs and the operational realities faced by private industry, a challenge now at the forefront of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's regulatory efforts. CISA is
With decades of experience in energy management and electricity delivery, Christopher Hailstone is an invaluable guide for navigating the complex intersection of technology and utility operations. He joins us today to discuss how electric and water utilities can move beyond the hype of AI and build
The escalating frequency and intensity of extreme weather events have exposed the inherent vulnerabilities of traditional grid infrastructure, compelling utilities to seek more durable and resilient long-term solutions. The composite utility pole represents a significant advancement in the
A sophisticated cyberattack that targeted Poland's energy infrastructure last December has become a stark and urgent case study for critical infrastructure operators worldwide, prompting the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to issue a stern warning. This incident, which
The insatiable global appetite for digital services is creating a traffic jam not on the information superhighway, but on the aging electrical grids that power it, forcing the world's most advanced technology companies to find a radical workaround. Faced with multi-year delays to connect their
