Hertz bidding war builds as Centerbridge preps new counteroffer
Centerbridge, Warburg Pincus and Dundon Capital Partners plan to sweeten a previous offer that was surpassed by a plan from Knighthead Capital Management and Certares Management......»»
Apple rolls out second beta round, including EU Web Distribution in iOS 17.5
Apple has shifted onto the second round of developer betas, with the latest iteration of iOS 17.5 including Apple's Web Distribution system.iOS 17Developers taking part in Apple's beta program can acquire the new builds via any Apple Developer Center.....»»
The First Android 15 Beta is Here!
Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We’ve already been through two Android 15 Developer Preview builds from February and March, so now we get into the beta program kickoff period......»»
Apple restarts the developer beta cycle once again
Following the public release of its operating systems in early March, Apple has started the beta cycle from square one with new builds of iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, watchOS, and macOS Sonoma for developers to try out.iOS 17Developers participating in Apple's.....»»
A return to roots: Lab builds its first stellarator in 50 years and opens the door for research into new plasma physics
For the first time, scientists have built a fusion experiment using permanent magnets, a technique that could show a simple way to build future devices for less cost and allow researchers to test new concepts for future fusion power plants......»»
EV bargains to be found as Hertz sells off some of its electric cars
More than 1,200 EVs are cheap enough to qualify for the used clean vehicle tax credit. Enlarge / Hertz currently has more than a thousand Bolt EUVs for sale as they leave its rental car fleet. (credit: Chevrolet) Electri.....»»
Apple Releases New Version of iOS 17.4.1
Apple’s released new versions of iOS 17.4.1 for iPhone and iPadOS 17.4.1 for iPad and the new builds are available to download right now. The revised versions of iOS 17.4.1 and iPadOS 17.4.1 come with build number 21E237. The previous versions.....»»
Testing the 2024 BMW M2—maybe the last M car with a manual transmission
We've tested the three-pedal, stickshift BMW M2 on the road and on track. Enlarge / BMW's M2 might be the last M car it builds with three pedals and a stick shift. (credit: Peter Nelson) We're at an interesting crossroad.....»»
Hyundai product strategy includes a mix of powertrains
Hyundai's product strategy includes a mix of powertrains as it builds its position in electric vehicles......»»
Hertz’s CEO to step down as car renter unwinds EV bet; former GM exec taking top role
Hertz is replacing its CEO with Gil West, the former COO of General Motors’ Cruise robotaxi unit......»»
Hertz’s CEO to step down as car renter unwinds EV bet
Hertz is replacing its chief executive officer with Gil West, the former COO of General Motors’ Cruise robotaxi unit......»»
Spotify upset over 9 day App Review, cries antitrust to EC
Ten years and a $2 billion fine later, Apple is still upsetting EU favorite Spotify but this time, because the company isn't making App Review for the company any faster than it is for other developers.Spotify preps its app on iPhone for new EU rules.....»»
Unreleased preview of Microsoft’s OS/2 2.0 is a glimpse down a road not taken
Microsoft's involvement in IBM's OS/2 project ended before v2.0 was released. Enlarge / This big, weathered box contains an oddball piece of PC history: one of the last builds of IBM's OS/2 that Microsoft worked on before pivotin.....»»
ZeroFox launches EASM to provide visibility and control over external assets
ZeroFox has unveiled a new External Attack Surface Management (EASM) module on the ZeroFox platform to see and secure external assets. The new capability builds upon ZeroFox’s existing solutions in Digital Risk Protection and Threat Intelligence, o.....»»
Rocket Report: Starliner launch preps; Indian rocket engine human-rated
The Bahamian government and SpaceX signed an agreement for Falcon 9 booster landings. Enlarge / The first stage of United Launch Alliance's Atlas V rocket was lifted onto its launch platform this week in preparation for an April.....»»
Fourth round of Apple developer betas arrive, minus Apple Music SharePlay
The fourth round of betas for iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17.4, and macOS Sonoma 14.4 have been rolled out to developers, still missing Apple Music SharePlay.iOS 17Developers taking part in Apple's beta program can acquire new builds via the Apple Developer Cen.....»»
Roscosmos seeks to obscure bidding process to evade US sanctions
Historically closed bidding processes have been linked to corruption. Enlarge / Russian President Vladimir Putin (L) and Roscosmos Space Corporation Chief Yuri Borisov peruse an exhibit while visiting the Korolev Rocket and Space.....»»
With the EV9, Kia built exactly the electric SUV we’ve been clamoring for
The Kia EV9 GT-Line builds on Kia's electrified lineup with a luxurious, high-performance EV for those who need three rows......»»
How a wayside weed builds up explosive force to hurl seeds
Hairy bittercress is one of those plants that hurl their seeds in all directions to spread them effectively. A research team has now discovered that to do this, the plant uses a previously unknown mechanism that makes the seed pods contract and snap.....»»
Apple continues to brace for big EU App Store changes in third developer betas
Apple's third developer betas of iOS 17.4, iPadOS 17, tvOS 17.4, watchOS 10.4, and macOS Sonoma 14.4 are out now, as Apple braces itself for its big EU App Store changes.iOS 17Developers participating in Apple's beta program can pick up new builds th.....»»
Hertz swings to $348 million loss after EV fleet rethink
The drop into the red follows the company’s decision to offload 20,000 Tesla EVs, about one-third of its electric fleet, saying it lost money renting them out......»»