Blue Origin is set to launch its first all-female crew on the New Shepard spacecraft for an 11-minute journey beyond the Kármán line. The crew includes six accomplished women, such as Lauren Sánchez, Katy Perry, and Gayle King. Actress Olivia Munn has criticized the mission as extravagant and questioned its purpose amid global economic issues….
Tesla faces a brand crisis, with over 200 protests nationwide challenging Elon Musk’s strategies, affecting consumer loyalties. European sales dropped by 42%, and the U.S. issued a Cybertruck recall, causing safety concerns. Lucid Motors, a luxury EV newcomer, gains traction, attracting former Tesla customers with its Lucid Air’s design and performance. Lucid attributes 50% of…
SpaceX’s Starlink initiative provides high-speed internet to rural areas, transforming educational opportunities for students in remote communities. Two Falcon 9 rockets, launching from California and Florida, carry Starlink satellites aimed at reducing the digital divide. Starlink’s low-latency network is crucial for enhancing education in places like rural New Mexico, previously limited by poor connectivity. Reusable…
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing significant volatility due to recent tariff announcements by President Trump, highlighting both opportunities and risks. Bitcoin prices dropped 5%, hovering around $82,000, while Ethereum fell below $1,800, with $450 million in crypto futures liquidated within 24 hours. The turbulence could signal a shift in global trade dynamics and challenge the…
Over 200 “Tesla Takedown” protests highlight public dissatisfaction with CEO Elon Musk, driven by his political involvement and attempts to reduce federal oversight. Tesla experiences a 42% decline in European vehicle registrations and faces a significant recall of its Cybertruck in the U.S. due to safety concerns. Lucid Group emerges as a viable competitor, attracting…
Apple has announced a $500 billion investment to enhance its manufacturing operations in the U.S., planning to create 20,000 new jobs and build a cutting-edge manufacturing hub. A collective $500 billion venture by Apple, Oracle, OpenAI, and SoftBank aims to generate over 100,000 jobs in the U.S. technology sector. Nvidia is actively investing ‘hundreds of…
Patrick D. Sinko and his team at Uppsala University are unlocking secrets in particle dissolution to advance drug absorption modeling. The research focuses on the boundary layer, a critical fluid zone influencing drug absorption efficiency. Innovative techniques, like spin coating, enable thinner membranes, allowing faster particle movement and improved drug delivery. Experiments reveal particle drift,…
Google’s Project Astra uses Gemini Live to revolutionize human-tech interaction, turning ordinary Android devices into advanced interpreters of the physical world. Gemini Live transforms Android phones into tools that can answer queries about surroundings in real-time, available through a $19.99 monthly subscription. This innovation isn’t limited to flagship devices like Pixel or Samsung Galaxy, but…
QuantumScape is a leading innovator in solid-state lithium-metal battery technology, promising longer ranges, faster charging times, and improved safety for electric vehicles. Raymond James Financial Inc. recently acquired 294,163 shares of QuantumScape, indicating growing institutional interest despite the company’s volatile market position. Investment firms like Geode Capital Management LLC and SG Americas Securities LLC are…
Jinlongyu Group’s stock rose by 2.1% amid a downtrend, driven by plans for a CNY1.2 billion ($160 million) investment in solid-state battery production in Huizhou, Guangdong province. Solid-state batteries, known for enhanced safety and energy density, are viewed as a revolutionary energy storage solution, though they face high production costs. Jinlongyu has already invested CNY150…