New device could make processors run 1,000 times faster without additional waste heat — scientists say it could reduce data center energy demands - Live Science
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- New switching device can boost processor speed by up to 1,000× without generating extra waste heat.
- Scientists say the device could cut data‑center energy consumption.
- AI chips could run cooler and faster thanks to the new switching device.
Why it matters: Data‑center operators would see lower electricity bills and carbon footprints, while chip makers gain a performance edge; lower energy use translates into billions of dollars saved annually and reduced cooling infrastructure costs.
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