Data centres in space might actually work, sorry (Odds and Ends #99)

A newsletter explores the feasibility of space-based data centres, criticizes government energy policy during a supply crisis, and highlights Japan's railway efficiency.

Data centres in space might actually work, sorry Odds and Ends 99 Plus why is the government juicing demand during a supply crisis, and more banging on about Japan. POD On YIMBY Pod this week, I finally find an opportunity to bore on at Martin about the Postcode Address File, and we speak to Lord Mark Pack about the problem with secondary legislation – and how it is slowing down government. Listen here, or wherever you get your pods https://yimbypod.com Hello It’s time for Odds and Ends , your semi-regular round-up of the most interesting links I’ve seen this week, plus some shorter takes. This week, I’m showing incredible restraint by limiting myself to just two short stories from my trip to Japan – one of which is about the mysterious island above. Plus, I’ve got some great reads on: The government’s crazy response to the Iran energy crisis How AI is flying planes now Why data centres in space… might actually work seriously …and how Japan does railways right Now let’s get started Keep reading with a 7-day free trial Subscribe to Odds and Ends of History to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.