UK startup HoloMem is developing a ribbon-based cartridge and drive that uses multi-layer holographic storage with a 50+ year life span, and can be inserted as a rack shelf in LTO libraries with no change needed to upstream software.  Unlike previous holographic storage startups, the HoloMem technology uses off-the-shelf components, like a $5 laser diode, […]
  • Alphane Moon@lemmy.worldOPMEnglish
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    17 hours ago

    The seemingly high level of compatibility with existing archival system and alleged low costs make this tech sound very intriguing.

    It’s also good to know that they haven’t taken any VC money (they are currently relying on public funding).