US, Russia to collaborate on nuclear-powered data centers as part of a 'joint project' on small-scale power…
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Russia and the United States are discussing several joint projects, including data centers powered by small nuclear reactors, following a recent diesel supply agreement.
Kirill Dmitriev, an investment envoy of President Vladimir Putin, disclosed the talks on Friday at the Russian Energy Week conference in Moscow.
There are no details on locations, financing, timelines or participating companies, but further initiatives are expected to be announced soon.
Sanctions stand between the two governments
Dmitriev, who heads the Russian Direct Investment Fund, has long pushed for deals on minerals and energy and takes part in peace negotiations.
He said American sanctions create serious obstacles and called the Graham Act, which Trump signed in September, a "misguided" law.
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