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, and mass-produced polymer sheets to make a robust and affordable drive and chassis with no high-cost, extreme-tech elements. And unlike Cerabyt...