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Startup Plans First Data Center Powered by Human Brain Cells
A biocomputing startup is building the first data center using lab-grown human neurons as processing units, promising dramatic energy savings over silicon.
Key Takeaways
- Lab-grown neuron clusters serve as processing units with massive energy efficiency potential
- Human brain uses 20 watts vs megawatts for conventional data centers
- Ethical frameworks and regulatory oversight still undeveloped for commercial biocomputing
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