Chromebook demand overly reduced, says AUO chairman Peng
Price of 11.6-inch panels is falling amid softening demand for Chromebooks, but AU Optronics (AUO) chairman Paul Peng stays positive about notebook demand in the coming years, saying remote learning has become as necessary as classroom learning......»»
How Ohio schools reduced chronic absenteeism
Schools in Ohio, like other schools across the country, are struggling to reduce chronic absenteeism, which spiked during the pandemic. But Ohio may have a head start on dealing with the problem, thanks to a 2018 state law encouraging a positive appr.....»»
Shipping emissions regulations enacted in 2020 improved air quality but accelerated warming, study finds
Last year marked Earth's warmest year on record. A new study finds that some of 2023's record warmth, nearly 20%, likely came as a result of reduced sulfur emissions from the shipping industry. Much of this warming is concentrated over the northern h.....»»
Supply of minerals lags EV policy demands
Despite a lull, EV battery mineral shortages are expected to grow as autos compete with the demand from other industries......»»
Fed"s Powell doesn"t rule out small rate cut in September
Investors foresee and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell hasn't ruled out a cut to the Fed's benchmark rate target in September, a move that could lower the interest rates on car loans......»»
Honda quarterly profit rises to record high on strong U.S. sales, weak yen
Honda has been cashing in on a surge in demand for hybrids as fading subsidies weigh on sales of battery-electric vehicles globally. The weak yen is helping out, too. .....»»
Dissatisfied parents demand superintendents, school boards step up their game, expert says
School district leaders including superintendents and board members are under increasing pressure from parents to show better results, according to research by an expert at Rice University's Jones Graduate School of Business. Among superintendents th.....»»
Save up to 38% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick!
Get it for an even lower price today! The post Save up to 38% on the Amazon Fire TV Stick! appeared first on Phandroid. While smart TVs are an awesome way to stream shows and movies on demand, they are pretty expensive and might be beyond.....»»
Domestication causes smaller brain size in dogs than in the wolf: Study challenges notion
A recent study, published in Biology Letters, challenges the long-held notion that domestication is the primary driver of reduced brain size in domesticated animals, specifically dogs......»»
TrueCar"s Q2 net losses decrease thanks to higher dealer franchise revenue
The CDK cyberattacks caused some impact, but the vehicle listings company reduced losses, grew revenue and formally launched its enhanced TrueCar+ pilot......»»
Carlos Ghosn calls Nissan-Honda-Mitsubishi deal a ‘disguised takeover" by Honda
Fugitive former Nissan Chairman Carlos Ghosn says Nissan's plan to team with Honda and Mitsubishi smells like a ‘disguised takeover' by Honda but will be a difficult partnership to pull off successfully no matter how it shapes up......»»
Google’s $20B default search deal with Apple violates antitrust law, judge rules
A federal judge today ruled that Google’s deals with Apple and other companies to be the default search engine violated antitrust law. As reported by Bloomberg, Judge Amit Mehta concluded that these agreements reduced competition in the search indu.....»»
AAPL stock fell 10% after Warren Buffett sell-off [U: Stabilized since]
AAPL stock fell 10% at market opening this morning, to less than $200. It followed weekend filings by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, disclosing that the conglomerate had reduced its holding by half. Update: In less than an hour, the slump was.....»»
How to start your cybersecurity career: Expert tips and guidance
As businesses strive to protect their data and privacy, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals continues to grow. This article provides expert advice to help you navigate the early stages of your cybersecurity career, offering practical t.....»»
Data centers demand a massive amount of energy. Here’s how some states are tackling the industry’s impact.
States that offer tax exemptions to support the industry are reconsidering their approach. A Google data center in Douglas County, Georgia. (credit: Google) This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting N.....»»
Climate risks from exceeding 1.5°C reduced if warming swiftly reversed, says study
Earth systems could be "tipped" into unstable states if warming overshoots the 1.5°C target, but impacts could be minimized if warming is swiftly reversed......»»
Even Samsung’s chairman is livid his company keeps ripping off Apple designs
It’s hard to deny that Samsung’s new Galaxy Watch Ultra is a design ripoff of the Apple Watch Ultra. Or, that the Galaxy Buds 3 are an AirPods clone. Apparently, even Samsung’s chairman is fed up with the copycat designs, leading to turmoil ins.....»»
Study yields new insights into the link between global warming and rising sea levels
A McGill-led study suggests that Earth's natural forces could substantially reduce Antarctica's impact on rising sea levels, but only if carbon emissions are swiftly reduced in the coming decades. By the same token, if emissions continue on the curre.....»»
Samsung’s (normally) expensive Chromebook just got a $300 price cut
Best Buy has a deep discount on the ageing but still respectable Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2, bringing it down to just $399 -- perfect for students......»»
Pricing, interest rates temper sales rebound
Overall growth is expected to slow in the second half after sales rose 2.2 percent in the first six months of 2024. Analysts say high interest rates and borrowing costs as well as elevated prices are preventing more robust demand......»»
Samsung’s days of copying Apple might be coming to an end
Samsung's faced a lot of criticism for its Apple-inspired design with the Galaxy Watch Ultra and Buds 3 — including backlash from a Samsung chairman......»»