No further investments in Virgin Galactic, says Richard Branson
Branson's business empire "no longer has the deepest pockets." Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson. (credit: Eric Berger) Sir Richard Branson has ruled out putting more money into his lossmaking space travel company.....»»
Ford to alter China strategy, Farley says
New plans call for lower investments and a concentration on areas that generate profits, such as commercial and electric vehicles......»»
Star Wars: Visions Volume 2 review: a winning collection of adventures
Star Wars: Visions Volume 2 delivers another thrillingly original, visually vibrant batch of galactic adventures......»»
Hubble captures extraordinarily bright interacting galaxies AM 1214-255
This new image from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope shows interacting galaxies known as AM 1214-255. These galaxies contain active galactic nuclei, or AGNs. An AGN is an extraordinarily luminous central region of a galaxy. Its extreme brightness is cau.....»»
Shanghai on track to incentivize investments in semicondutor, AI sectors
The Shanghai Municipal Government has just announced a set of policy measures to strengthen the development of modernized industrial systems, offering subsidies to encourage more companies to invest in the semiconductor, AI, smart manufacturing, and.....»»
Stellantis revenues rise 14% in Q1 on higher prices, better chip supply
Stellantis had "robust shipments and revenues" in the first quarter, CFO Richard Palmer said......»»
The predicament of Taiwan"s human resources
I've just finished reading Richard Bush's book, "Difficult Choices: Taiwan's Quest for Security and the Good Life." Bush is a Taiwan expert, and his book offers a lot of insights into and fair discussions about Taiwan's predicaments. It points out ho.....»»
Analysis: why is Foxconn suspending further investments in Lordstown?
US electric pickup truck startup Lordstown Motors (LMC) previously announced that because Foxconn is suspending further investments, it could be facing bankruptcy. LMC claimed that this move will affect its operations, while Foxconn emphasized that i.....»»
Costly sub-3nm investments challenging TSMC, others
The high cost of manufacturing processes smaller than 3nm and related investments is posing a challenge to TSMC and its Korean and US peers, who are attempting to maintain adequate long-term margins and profits, according to industry sources......»»
India roundup: Taiwan-based Wistron reportedly to withdraw from India
As Apple suppliers expand investments in India, Wistron is reportedly winding down its operations there. Micron is also reportedly applying for India's semiconductor fab incentive scheme......»»
Massive radio array to search for extraterrestrial signals from other civilizations
One of the world's most powerful radio telescope arrays is joining the hunt for signals from other galactic civilizations. The National Science Foundation's Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array (VLA), situated about 50 miles west of Socorro, New Mexico, i.....»»
How Reality May Be a Sum of All Possible Realities
Richard Feynman’s path integral is a powerful prediction machine and a philosophy. Physicists still struggle to figure out how to use it, and what it means......»»
How Magnetic Fields Control Galactic Growth
Our galaxy’s enormous scaffolding is shaped by complex magnetic fields.....»»
Peru sees lithium mining opportunity in Chile"s statist plan
Peru is taking a more active role in trying to lure lithium mining investments in light of Chile's decision to take state control of all new projects of the battery metal, an official said......»»
After nearly two years, Virgin Galactic’s space plane returns to the sky
The spacecraft takes a step toward commercial spaceflight. Enlarge / Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity spacecraft completed a glide test Wednesday. (credit: Virgin Galactic) The VSS Unity spacecraft did not make a powered flig.....»»
Micron reportedly to set up ATMP facility in India
As India is eager to attract investments from global manufacturers, Micron is reportedly looking to apply for India's semiconductor incentive scheme to set up an ATMP plant......»»
Hyundai Motor, SK On plan $5 billion EV battery plant in US
Hyundai Motor Group and SK On Co. will spend as much as $5 billion in North America for the production of electric car batteries as President Biden's green bill encourages companies along the EV supply chain to make investments there. Shares rose as.....»»
Deep tech in India: navigating funding hurdles and harnessing innovation
India's deep tech industry has experienced significant growth in recent years, as an increasing number of entrepreneurs are eager to embark on new ventures. However, despite the availability of initial funding, securing investments for subsequent fun.....»»
What are the challenges Apple faces in its shift to India?
Apple has embarked on massive investments in India, the world's most populous country with high economic growth potential. However, the protectionist mindset rooted in the South Asian country may pose a risk for Apple in the long term......»»
India roundup: Apple embarks on strategic diversification into India
Apple CEO inaugurated retail stores in India, eyeing India's huge and rapidly-increasing market. Foxconn acquired land in Telangana to expand its Indian investments......»»
Bitkraft Ventures expands to Asia for game investing
Bitkraft Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on games, is expanding to Asia for its gaming investments. Bitkraft Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on games, is expanding to Asia for its gaming investments.Read More.....»»