What are EV startups doing to ride out weak demand?
U.S. electric vehicle startups are turning to cheaper models, slamming the brakes on their production ramp-up plans and laying off employees to navigate a slump in demand due to steep borrowing costs and high repair expenses for the vehicles. Tesl.....»»
5 defining moments from Tesla"s Q1 earnings
Industry analysts expected bad news from Tesla's first-quarter earnings report after weak sales. But CEO Elon Musk provided an upbeat narrative by announcing new affordable models for next year......»»
Researchers create nanostructures for efficient and sustainable degradation of pollutants
The need for sustainable and environment-friendly solutions has accelerated the global demand for green and renewable technologies. In this regard, semiconductor photocatalysts have emerged as an attractive solution, owing to their potential in mitig.....»»
Apple Vision Pro shipments reportedly cut as US demand for headset wanes
Ming-Chi Kuo says Apple has reduced its orders for Apple Vision Pro parts and assemblies, with the cut in shipments said to indicate lower demand for Apple's headset than previously thought.Apple Vision ProThe launch of the Apple Vision Pro in the Un.....»»
Astrophysicists work toward unification of turbulence framework—weak-to-strong transition discovered in turbulence
Turbulence is ubiquitous in nature. It exists everywhere, from our daily lives to the distant universe, while being labeled as "the last great unsolved problem of classical physics" by Richard Feynman. Prof. Dr. Huirong Yan and her group from the Ins.....»»
10 colleges and universities shaping the future of cybersecurity education
Institutions featured on this list often provide undergraduate and graduate degrees, courses, as well as certificate programs tailored to meet the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals in various industries. Some notable colleges and univers.....»»
Beta-decay measurements in mirror nuclei pin down the weak nuclear force
The Standard Model of Particle Physics is scientists' best understanding of the forces that describe how subatomic particles interact. The Standard Model encompasses four forces: the strong nuclear force, the weak nuclear force, the electromagnetic f.....»»
EV demand is up as Beijing auto show prepares to kick off
Chinese auto brands look to make hay while the sun shines......»»
EV demand in China is up as Beijing auto show prepares to kick off
Chinese auto brands look to make hay while the sun shines......»»
"Harvesting data": Latin American AI startups transform farming
For centuries, farmers used almanacs to try to understand and predict weather patterns......»»
Abigail review: a wacky thrill ride that has plenty of bite
Abigail is a gloriously gory vampire horror movie......»»
Musk apologizes for "incorrectly low" Tesla severance packages
Tesla has announced it will slash its global headcount by more than 10 percent as the automaker struggles with slowing demand for electric vehicles......»»
Rivian cuts more jobs with woes mounting for electric vehicle market
Rivian Automotive Inc. will cut an another 1 percent of its workforce, the second round of layoffs this year as the electric vehicle industry grapples with flagging consumer demand......»»
On-demand nutrient production system for long-duration space missions
When astronauts embark on long space missions, they'll need to grow their own food because pre-packaged meals from Earth lose their nutritional value over time. The BioNutrients project at Ames Research Center's Space Biosciences Division has solved.....»»
IT and security professionals demand more workplace flexibility
The concept of Everywhere Work is now much broader, encompassing where, when, and how professionals get their work done — and flexibility has become a key workplace priority, according to Ivanti. Ivanti surveyed over 7,700 executive leaders, IT and.....»»
5 reasons Elon Musk is cutting jobs at Tesla ahead of Q1 earnings
"About every five years, we need to reorganize and streamline the company for the next phase of growth," CEO Elon Musk said. Tesla reports earnings April 23 after global sales fell 8.5 percent last quarter on weak demand......»»
Analyzing isotopes for nitrate in sake for combating beverage fraud in Japan
The demand for sake, a Japanese alcoholic drink, has increased globally. However, the rise in the popularity of sake has the potential for related beverage fraud. To address this issue, researchers from Japan have identified a novel method to authent.....»»
Study finds patterns of crop-specific fertilizer-nitrogen losses, opportunities for sustainable mitigation
Nitrogen fertilizers play an essential role in ensuring global food security. However, the applied fertilizer-nitrogen, particularly that exceeding crop demand and soil N retention capacity, can potentially escape into the environment and lead to a v.....»»
Video: Is there a quick fix for ocean acidification?
Acidification is threatening the ocean's ability to pull carbon dioxide out of our atmosphere, so scientists and startups are looking to ocean-sized antacids to raise its pH......»»
Kia joins hybrid shift amid "fluctuation" in "uneven" EV demand
Kia says it will expand its lineup of gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle offerings to nine models in 2028 and add hybrid options on most of its major nameplates......»»
Research finds dairy farmers receptive to methane-reducing seaweed feed
New England's dairy industry continues to evolve in response to significant market challenges that include a decreased demand for milk and higher production and land costs. However, there is also ongoing evidence that organic dairy farming can provid.....»»