Ken Griffin Wants Nuclear, AI For Heart Attacks, and Quantum Computing for Healthcare

Citadel’s Billionaire Founder Wants North America To Invest in Nuclear Energy

Nuclear power has a powerful new ally. Ken Griffin, the multinational hedge fund manager and currently the world’s 36th richest person, has been very outspoken about America’s need to move faster on nuclear energy capacity. With China announcing a rapid expansion of new nuclear plants, there is a growing need for North America to bring their rich uranium deposits online and invest in the infrastructure required for a clean energy future.

Using Artificial Intelligence to Prevent Heart Attacks

An Oxford University study has successfully validated AI’s ability to analyze an individual’s likelihood of having a heart attack. The study leveraged data from over 40,000 people and 3,000 CT scans to identify commonalities that could predict heart attacks, unlocking new possibilities for predictive medicine and treatments.

Nvidia's New Quantum Computing Healthcare Project

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and quantum computing startup Classiq have partnered together with the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Centre with the mission of revolutionizing drug discovery, molecular analysis, treatment coordination, and more with quantum algorithms.

The Sprint

• Solar Foods has figured out how to make protein from thin air. The Finland-based food tech company has raised €8 million in crowdfunding, and counts Agronomics (LSE:ANIC) as one of their largest backers.

• Microsoft has hired Sam Altman to lead their new advanced AI research team after his unexpected dismissal from OpenAI.

• InPlanet is capturing carbon through a process called rock weathering, and venture funds are taking notice.

• Tether announced plans to put $500 million into expanding their Bitcoin mining operations.

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