Aptiv reconfigures safety to slash costs
By replacing smart sensors with simpler versions that feed into a central processor, Aptiv claims a major reduction in cost for an advanced driver assistance system......»»
Lear to acquire Spanish automation supplier to ease labor costs
Financial terms were not disclosed for the deal, announced Monday and expected to close by the third quarter......»»
DHS establishes AI Safety and Security Board to protect critical infrastructure
The Department of Homeland Security announced the establishment of the Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board (the Board). The Board will advise the Secretary, the critical infrastructure community, other private sector stakeholders, and t.....»»
Arizona TSMC facility continues to fight cultural battles, rising costs & logistical hurdles
Apple chip partner TSMC faces significant barriers that impede the Arizona chip fabrication facility's progress, and the culture clash between American and Taiwanese employees doesn't seem to be getting batter.TSMC's Arizona facility grapples with ri.....»»
Meta says it will take years to make money from generative AI – but what about Apple?
Pretty much every tech company has been investing in generative AI for the past two years, and Apple is rumored to finally bring new AI-based tools to iPhone users soon with iOS 18. However, the costs of operating such tools are quite high, and Meta.....»»
How marketing classes can rescue "ugly produce" from becoming food waste
At a time of rising food costs and growing food insecurity, a large percentage of food grown for consumption never reaches our tables......»»
The costs of workplace violence are too high to ignore
Violence and harassment on the job are all too common: More than 1 in 5 workers worldwide have experienced it, according to the International Labor Organization, with women slightly more likely to be affected than men. In the U.S., more than 2 millio.....»»
Philippine court blocks GMO "golden rice" production over safety fears
A Philippine court has blocked the commercial propagation of genetically modified golden rice because it said conflicting scientific views gave rise to "severe" health and environmental safety concerns......»»
Linux can finally run your car’s safety systems and driver-assistance features
Increasingly, our cars will be controlled by a small number of powerful computers. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) There's a new Linux distro on the scene today, and it's a bit specialized. Its development was led by the.....»»
Best refurbished iPhone deals: Get an iPhone 14 for $513
A new iPhone costs a pretty penny -- actually, a lot of pretty pennies. We gathered the best cheap refurbished iPhones below......»»
Seating supplier Adient plans European job cuts as part of restructuring plan
Adient is cutting jobs in Europe and transferring other roles to countries with lower labor costs, becoming the latest parts maker to eliminate positions in the region......»»
Windows 11 Home usually costs $139 — but it’s only $30 today
Windows 11 Pro adds a lot of features you won't find on the Home edition, and while the upgrade will usually cost you $200, this deal knocks it down to $30......»»
Consumer Reports: 4 of 5 least expensive car brands to maintain are American
Car ownership costs can go far beyond what consumers pay for a vehicle. A key question is whether customers can afford the drip, drip, drip of maintenance and repairs as their vehicle gets older. Consumer Reports, seeking to understand how costs i.....»»
The Narwal Freo X Plus is an entry-level robot vacuum loaded with premium features
Despite premium specs like 7,800 Pa of suction, a retractable mop, and a dustbin that holds up to seven weeks of dirt, the Narwal Freo X Plus costs just $400......»»
The GMO tooth microbe that is supposed to prevent cavities
Some experts have concerns over the safety of the genetically modified bacteria. Enlarge (credit: zhangshuang via Getty) About seven years ago, Aaron Silverbook and his then-girlfriend, a biologist, were perusing old sci.....»»
Motorola launched two great Android phones, but one is better
The new Motorola Edge 50 Ultra and Edge 50 Pro smartphones are very similar. But there are reasons one of them costs $300 more. We'll tell you what they are......»»
Tesla recalling nearly 3,900 Cybertrucks for faulty accelerator pedals, NHTSA says
A dislodged pedal could cut torque on both the accelerator and brake pedals, increasing the risk of a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in its recall report on Friday......»»
Bike Bus gains supporters as a way to promote sustainable and safe mobility
The Bike Bus movement has emerged as a powerful tool to promote road safety, sustainability and community. According to a global survey carried out by the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (IC.....»»
Scientists grow human mini-lungs as animal alternative for nanomaterial safety testing
Human mini-lungs grown by University of Manchester scientists can mimic the response of animals when exposed to certain nanomaterials. The study is published in Nano Today......»»
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......»»
Feds appoint “AI doomer” to run AI safety at US institute
Former OpenAI researcher once predicted a 50 percent chance of AI killing all of us. Enlarge (credit: Bill Oxford | iStock / Getty Images Plus) The US AI Safety Institute—part of the National Institute of Standards an.....»»