What’s Different About Helion Energy, the Nuclear Fusion Startup Backed by Sam Altman?

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AI will require lots of energy. So it makes sense that AI supporters would invest millions of dollars into nuclear fusion, the holy grail of clean energy. One fusion startup in particular, Helion Energy, has garnered lots of support – and $1 billion in funding. What’s so special about them? I’ve had a look.

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