In a significant move to bolster domestic electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and lithium-ion battery production, the U.S. government has approved a $7.5 billion loan to StarPlus Energy, a key player in the EV sector. This funding will support the establishment of advanced battery manufacturing plants in Indiana, aiming to enhance U.S. production capacity and reduce […]
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Finnish authorities are investigating the recent damage to a crucial internet cable linking Finland and Sweden, which resulted in widespread internet outages. The damage, which occurred on Monday, affected both private and business customers in southern Finland, with Global Connect, the digital infrastructure firm responsible for the cable, reporting disruptions to 6,000 residential customers and […]
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fizkes/Shutterstock Smartphones – or other devices, such as tablets – are likely to be high on many children and teenagers’ wish lists this festive season. It’s a gift that parents may be apprehensive about giving. Many people have concerns about their children spending too much time in front of a screen as well as the […]
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The Nairobi River, in Kenya, is a hotspot for 'forever chemicals'. Gerald Anderson/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Every week seems to bring a new report about where “forever chemicals” have been found: in soil, drinking water, our bodies and marine animals. Their proper scientific name is perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). But they’re more commonly […]
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Intel Corporation announced on Monday that Pat Gelsinger has retired as CEO, effective December 1, capping nearly four years at the helm of the semiconductor giant. His departure follows a period of significant challenges for the company, including losses in market share, a declining stock price, and ongoing struggles to establish a foothold in the […]
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Hyundai Motor and Kia have announced the launch of an innovative wearable exoskeleton, the X-ble Shoulder, designed to assist workers in physically demanding industries by enhancing upper body strength and reducing strain during overhead tasks. This new product represents a significant advancement in wearable technology, aimed at improving both worker safety and efficiency. The X-ble […]
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BT Group has signed a significant new contract worth £1.29 billion with the UK’s Home Office, ensuring the continued development and management of the Emergency Services Network (ESN) for the next seven years. The deal, which takes effect on December 2, 2024, will see BT provide critical mobile services for the nationwide communications network used […]
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Vietnam has officially approved a monumental $67 billion high-speed rail project that will revolutionize domestic travel and bolster the country’s infrastructure. The planned rail line, set to stretch 1,500 kilometers (930 miles) from Hanoi in the north to Ho Chi Minh City in the south, promises to significantly reduce travel time from 30 hours to […]
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Apple has launched an unprecedented initiative offering up to $1 million for anyone who can successfully hack into its Apple Intelligence server. The server, which powers the company’s cutting-edge software for iPhone 15 models and beyond, is a critical part of Apple’s infrastructure. This bold move signals the company’s commitment to cybersecurity and its ongoing […]
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Israel’s first sea wave energy power plant will launch in Jaffa Port next Thursday to help the country address climate change and transition to renewable energy. The project was jointly developed by the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality, the municipal development company ‘Atarim,’ Eco Wave Power, and EDF Renewables Israel. This will be a pilot station for […]
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