Amazon-Backed X-energy Files for $800 Million Public Offering

X-energy, a nuclear technology firm backed by Amazon, has officially filed for an initial public offering in the United States, seeking to raise approximately $800 million in new capital. The move signals a growing push toward advanced nuclear solutions to meet the escalating energy demands of the modern economy. The filing comes at a time when major technology companies are increasingly exploring nuclear power to sustain the massive electricity requirements of artificial intelligence data centers. As a Maryland-based innovator, X-energy is positioned to capitalize on this shift toward carbon-free, baseload power. According to SEC filings, the company intends to sell roughly 42.9 million shares. The proposed pricing for these shares is set between $16 and $19 per share, which would place the total proceeds at the top end of the range at approximately $814 million. While the IPO is specific to X-energy, it highlights a broader trend of strategic partnerships between cloud infrastructure providers and energy startups. Investors will likely view the listing as a barometer for the commercial viability and market appetite for next-generation nuclear technology.