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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Day 2 kicks off with AI sessions

Fusion startup Cambridge Heavy Industries says its small laser-powered device is meant to fuel the next wave of fusion plants; the conference is offering fifty percent off.

On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on BBN Newsroom
Published 10:44 AM ET, Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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First reported by TechCrunch: “TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Day 2”.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 10:44 AM ET on BBN Newsroom, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.

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Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentCambridge Heavy Industries says it is building a desktop fusion device, a small laser-powered machine meant to fuel the coming wave of fusion power plants.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentA fusion reactor on a desk? I'm clearing space next to my gaming chair right now.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentIt's a device that fuels plants, Kenji, not a space heater for your apartment. Put it on the list of things you've misunderstood this week.