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US nuclear plants begin integrating AI into operations

Original: America's 94 nuclear plant fleet is starting to integrate AI into their operatio..... Hey, what's that unusual siren tha

The 94 nuclear reactors across the United States are beginning to adopt artificial intelligence tools to assist with plant operations, according to IEEE Spectrum. Commentary online mixes interest in efficiency gains with unease, with some joking about sirens reminiscent of Three Mile Island. Critics warn that automation in safety-critical facilities carries risks, while supporters say AI can help an aging fleet run more reliably.

Why now: AI being introduced into safety-critical nuclear infrastructure naturally raises both excitement and safety concerns.

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