Google DeepMind alumni are building tools to accelerate fusion power for the grid

“Fusionality, founded by former DeepMind researchers Federico Felici and Jonas Buchli, is developing modular control systems and simulation environments tailored for magnetic‑confinement fusion reactors. By standardizing the core control logic that 80% of fusion startups already use, the company aims to reduce development time and costs, making it easier for U.S. firms to bring fusion prototypes to commercial viability. The startup’s Swiss base and early funding from Founderful and Playfair position it to collaborate with U.S. research labs and private investors seeking to accelerate the deployment of fusion power in the American grid. Expert Analysis: This approach could lower the barrier to entry for U.S. energy companies, fostering a new wave of innovation in clean power generation. If successful, it may also create high‑skill jobs and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, aligning with federal clean‑energy goals.”