Napoleonic jewels dazzle in Geneva auction
A jewellery set worn by French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's adopted daughter sold for $1.65 million in Geneva on Wednesday, soaring way above the pre-auction estimate......»»
Drawings of mathematical problems predict their resolution
A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), in collaboration with CY Cergy Paris University (CYU) and University of Burgundy (uB), have analyzed drawings made by children and adults when solving simple problems. The scientists found that, whatever.....»»
Tesla Cybertruck auction prices come crashing down to earth
Resellers saw a much softer market for used Cybertrucks at Wednesday's Manheim auction. One sold as low as $189,000, which is still a significant premium over sticker price for the high-demand pickup......»»
Steve Jobs’ historic check paying Apple’s phone bill up for auction
It’s not unusual to see some rare items related to Steve Jobs and Apple’s early years go on sale. This time, there’s a historic check signed by Jobs to pay a phone bill from Apple – and you can get it for your collection for a few thousand do.....»»
Scientists launch hub to channel quantum power for good
Scientists will work to channel the huge emerging power of quantum computers for the common good at a new institute opening in Geneva on Tuesday, its founders said......»»
Porsche dealer lists Tesla Cybertruck at $289,999 after buying for $244,000 at auction
The CEO of car wholesaler givemethevin.com said more Cybertrucks are heading toward auction. Tesla has an anti-flipping clause with a potential $50,000 penalty for the original buyer......»»
Tesla Cybertruck sells for $244,000 at used-car auction, more than double sticker price
According to a Manheim auction, the Foundation Series pickup sold to Porsche South Orlando. The Cybertruck has a long waiting list of reservation holders......»»
National Auto Auction Association executives talk 2024 outlooks
NAAA executives say interest rates, repossession activity, the trickle-down effect of new-vehicle incentives and the U.S. presidential election are top of mind for them in 2024......»»
What to watch for at the 2024 Geneva auto show
Chinese brands BYD and MG will share the spotlight with Renault and Dacia, as most major players opt out of the show this year......»»
Antitrust lawsuit ACV Auctions brought against competitors is settled, parties say
ACV Auctions said Wednesday that an antitrust lawsuit it filed against its vehicle auction competitors Manheim, ADESA and others in 2022 has been resolved......»»
New thermometry method reveals that compressing a gas may lead to cooling
An international research team from Innsbruck and Geneva has developed a new thermometry method to measure temperatures for low-dimensional quantum gases. With this method it was found that compressing a gas may lead to cooling. The results on this c.....»»
MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac Studio: top Mac rumors & 2024 timeline
Apple's Mac lineup is set to dazzle in 2024 and beyond, with rumors of a larger iMac, a powerful M3 Ultra chip, and an OLED MacBook Pro. Here's what the rumor mill believes.Mac rumors indicate big changes for the lineup in 2024The landscape of Apple'.....»»
"Foul and loathsome" or jewels of the natural world? The complicated history of human-frog relations
When was the last time you saw a frog? Perhaps you came across one in your garden and wondered at its little hands, glossy skin, and what looked very much like a contented smile......»»
Grand theft auto? Not if wholesale vehicle auctions can help it
Wholesale auctions can be a target-rich environment for vehicle parts purloiners. Here are some of the best practices managers of wholesale auctions and auction groups have put in place to stop thefts – sometimes before they even start......»»
Jobs signed Apple check to RadioShack up for auction with this fascinating connection [U: $46K final price]
We’ve seen a couple of rare Apple Computer Company checks from the 70s go up for sale this year. Now an interesting one is up for grabs – a Steve Jobs-signed check to then electronics leader RadioShack. Fascinatingly, this check has a connection.....»»
Steve Jobs $4.01 check to RadioShack sold for $46,063 at auction
Steve Jobs went shopping at RadioShack in 1976, spending a whopping $4.01 via a signed check — and that check has blown away expectations, hitting $46,063 at auction.A check signed by Steve Jobs (Courtesy: RR Auction)RR Auction held its Fine Autogr.....»»
Steve Jobs $4.01 check for RadioShack sold for $46,063 at auction
Steve Jobs went shopping at RadioShack in 1976, spending a whopping $4.01 via a signed check, and that check has just sold for $46,063 at auction.A check signed by Steve Jobs (Courtesy: RR Auction)RR Auction held its Fine Autograph and Artifacts auct.....»»
Jobs signed Apple check to RadioShack up for auction with this fascinating connection
We’ve seen a couple of rare Apple Computer Company checks from the 70s go up for sale this year. Now an interesting one is up for grabs – a Steve Jobs-signed check to then electronics leader RadioShack. Fascinatingly, this check has a connection.....»»
$4.01 Steve Jobs check expected to fetch $25,000 at auction
A check signed by Apple co-founder Steve Jobs paying $4.01 to RadioShack is likely to fetch more than $25,000 in an auction ending on Wednesday.A check signed by Steve Jobs (Courtesy: RR Auction)Forming part of the RR Auctions' Fine Autograph and Art.....»»
Used EV models hurt by depreciation, data shows
Manheim auction statistics shared at the Auto Finance Summit show electric vehicles have more than doubled their presence on the wholesale market in the past two years. Unfortunately, used EVs are also collapsing in value, according to data......»»
China"s BYD, MG give 2024 Geneva auto show a boost
The presence of two big Chinese brands, BYD and MG Motor, could help to make up for the loss of some top automakers such as VW, Stellantis and BMW......»»