Lucid Motors agrees to go public with $24 billion valuation
The deal will generate about $4.4 billion in cash for the 14-year-old company, which plans to use the newly acquired funds to bring vehicles to market and expand its factory in Arizona......»»
Google gets win from European court as €1.5 billion fine overturned
European Commission is likely to appeal the ruling. (credit: Shutterstock) Google has won an appeal against a €1.5 billion competition fine from the European Commission in a victory for the Big Tech group as it comes u.....»»
PSA: Choosing a preferred Home Hub in iOS 18 can be a bit tricky
As reported back in June, iOS 18 and tvOS 18 add an option that finally lets users choose an Apple TV or HomePod as their preferred Home Hub to control remotely. These updates are now available to the public, but choosing a preferred Home Hub can be.....»»
Here’s how to check if your carrier already supports RCS on iPhone
Apple on Monday released iOS 18 to the public, and one of the new features is support for Rich Communications Services, or RCS, in the Messages app. However, RCS support must be enabled by each carrier, and a page on Apple’s website lists which car.....»»
Apple releases beta 1 for watchOS 11.1, visionOS 2.1, and tvOS 18.1
Apple launched major updates to its software platforms just yesterday. iOS 18, visionOS 2, iPadOS 18, and more were released to the public. But today, developer betas for the next big releases are already here. Beta 1 for watchOS 11.1, visionOS 2.1,.....»»
iPadOS 18 pulled for M4 iPad Pro as users complain about bricked devices
Apple on Monday released iPadOS 18 to the public. However, the update has turned into a nightmare for some owners of the . That’s because some iPads simply stopped turning on after the update, which led Apple to temporarily pull iPadOS 18 for the a.....»»
Almost 500GB of data allegedly leaked in RansomHub attack on Kawasaki
RansomHub has claimed responsibility for an attack on Kawasaki motors.....»»
Public attention on the invasive lionfish helps monitor its ecological impact in real time
A new study from the Institut de Ciències del Mar (ICM-CSIC) has demonstrated that public interest in the lionfish (Pterois miles), an invasive species native to the Indo-Pacific, is aiding in monitoring its spread nearly in real time......»»
Column: Output begins at latest EV startup, Bollinger Motors; first B4 trucks built Sept. 16
Bollinger Motors' pivot — and the launch of its first commercial Class 4 electric trucks for fleet customers — is nearly as remarkable as the Bollinger B4's tight 44-foot turning radius......»»
Skate to finally launch into early access 5 years after it was announced
Electronic Arts announced that the free-to-play Skate will finally be ready for the public in early access next year......»»
Column: Output begins at latest EV startup, Bollinger Motors; first B4 trucks built Monday
Bollinger Motors' pivot — and the launch of its first commercial Class 4 electric trucks for fleet customers — is nearly as remarkable as the Bollinger B4's tight 44-foot turning radius......»»
Physicists discover “hidden turbulence” throughout van Gogh’s Starry Night
Scientists measured scaling of the brush strokes to arrive at their conclusions. Enlarge / Many have seen a reflection of Vincent van Gogh's inner turmoil in the swirling vortices of The Starry Night. (credit: Public doman).....»»
When will my iPhone get iOS 18? Here’s everything we know
iOS 18 is rapidly approaching. When will the update be fully released to the public? Here's everything we know so far......»»
Apple releases tvOS 18 for Apple TV and HomePod software update, here’s what’s new
Apple has just released tvOS 18 for the public, the latest software update for the . You can get the new operating system version on Apple TV HD (2015) and all Apple TV 4K devices. There’s also a new version 18 update for HomePod and HomePod mi.....»»
macOS Sequoia now available for Mac users with iPhone Mirroring and Passwords app
As promised last week, Apple today released macOS Sequoia to the public. The company had been running tests with beta versions of macOS 15 since June, when it was announced at WWDC. The next version of the macOS operating system brings new features s.....»»
Also releasing today: New iOS 17, macOS 14 updates for the upgrade-averse
Security updates without the headaches for the risk-averse (and bug-averse). Enlarge Today is the official release date for the public versions of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, and a scad of other Apple software.....»»
Daily 5 report for Sept. 13: The GM-Hyundai collaboration benefits could include cutting costs among others
We close the week with reaction to the announcement that General Motors and Hyundai Motor Co. are exploring cooperating across a range of technologies and vehicles. Though the two automakers offered few details and no time frames for any tie-ups, the.....»»
The promise of summer wheat in Zimbabwe
Africa currently imports around 40 million tons of wheat annually at a staggering cost of $15 billion. Most African countries rely heavily on wheat imports, with some importing up to 100% of their supply. However, countries like Ethiopia and Zimbabwe.....»»
Stuck-in-space astronauts make first public comments since Boeing capsule left without them
Stuck-in-space astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams said Friday it was hard to watch their Boeing capsule return to Earth without them......»»
Stellantis, UAW back at odds over future of idled Belvidere plant
The UAW is threatening to strike Stellantis if it doesn't recommit to a $4 billion plan that would reopen Belvidere Assembly and add three new facilities nearby......»»
Boeing risks losing billions as 33,000 workers vote to strike
Workers refused to waste leverage as Boeing deals with $45 billion debt. Enlarge / Union members cheer during a news conference following a vote count on the union contract at the IAM District 751 Main Union Hall in Seattle, Wash.....»»