UK First as AI Power Infrastructure Takes a Major Step Forward
ABB and Ark Data Centres are installing the UK’s first medium-voltage uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system to support high-density AI workloads, marking a major step forward in data centre power infrastructure. Designed to handle the intense energy demands of artificial intelligence, the system offers improved efficiency, scalability, and resilience compared to traditional low-voltage UPS solutions, helping ensure reliable, uninterrupted power as AI-driven computing continues to grow across the UK.
Quantum and AI Are Scaling in Britain Faster Than the Grid
Britain is undergoing one of the fastest technological shifts in its modern history. Artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and high-density cloud systems are accelerating so quickly that the nation’s energy grid is struggling to keep pace. The UK is already one of the world’s critical AI hubs—but its infrastructure will determine whether that leadership can be sustained.
Are Electrician Jobs Safe from Robots? The Future of Electricians in the Age of AI
This article explores whether electricians are at risk of being replaced by robots as AI and automation continue to advance. It examines how new technologies, modular construction, and automated machinery are reshaping the construction industry, while highlighting why skilled electricians remain essential. Despite the rise of robotics, electrical work requires human judgment, adaptability, and safety awareness that machines cannot replicate. Rather than replacing electricians, the future is expected to involve collaboration between humans and advanced tools, creating new opportunities and specialisations. The article explains how electricians can future-proof their careers and how OPTIMA Electrical Training supports learners in preparing for a modern, technology-driven electrical industry.