From December 3-4, 2025, Vienna hosted the International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear Energy, bringing together experts, industry leaders, and policymakers to examine the synergies between these transformative technologies. The event aimed to foster cooperation and explore how nuclear power could support the expanding needs of AI, such as powering datacenters, while also leveraging AI to accelerate innovations within the nuclear industry.
Over two days, participants discussed strategies for strengthening collaboration between AI and nuclear sectors, covering topics from infrastructure development and stakeholder engagement to safety, security, and regulatory considerations. The symposium featured diverse international perspectives and technical panels focused on the full spectrum of nuclear deployment and how emerging AI capabilities could address future energy demands.
This gathering also highlighted the important role of the IAEA in guiding emerging end-users like the AI industry, fostering a comprehensive understanding of how nuclear energy could support sustainable and innovative growth in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
For more details about the event and its program, please visit the event website.