Exxon's Bold Move into Data Center Power & Meta's Controversial Decision | BDE 12.13.24

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Exxon just dropped a bombshell: they’re building a 1.5-gigawatt natural gas power plant—complete with 90% carbon capture—to fuel data centers, and it’s shaking up the tech and energy worlds alike. This bold move brings Big Oil and Silicon Valley closer than ever, and we’re peeling back the curtain on what it all means. From the tech partnerships in the works to the national security angles and even the mysterious drones buzzing around, there’s a lot to unpack. Think power plants, AI, and a whole new kind of energy play—it’s not just the future; it’s happening right now.

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00:00 - Travel Sucks
02:48 - Exxon's Strategic Move
09:35 - Meta's Controversial Decision
14:09 - Drones in Modern Warfare
19:50 - Engaging with Adversaries
24:34 - Holiday Season Insights
26:28 - Future Predictions
31:55 - Recycling Financial Resources
32:30 - Energy Sector vs Venture Capital
33:20 - Digital Wildcatters Forecast
34:54 - Holiday Greetings and Reflections

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