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March 24, 2026
OpenAI reportedly wants to buy fusion energy.
Sam Altman announced that he’s stepping down from the board of nuclear fusion startup Helion Energy. Axios reports that OpenAI is in “in advanced talks” with Helion, even though significant scientific advancements still need to be made for nuclear fusion — long considered the Holy Grail of clean energy — to become a reality.
TL;DR
- OpenAI is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Helion Energy.
- Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has stepped down from the board of Helion Energy.
- Nuclear fusion is a long-term goal for clean energy, but still requires significant scientific advancements.
- The report comes from Axios.
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