QAnon believers are in disarray after Biden is inaugurated
For years, believers of the QAnon conspiracy theory had been waiting for the moment when a grand plan would be put into action and secret members of a supposed Satanic pedophilia ring at the highest ranks of government and Hollywood would suddenly be.....»»
Chips Act signed into law but tough challenges ahead
The long-awaited Chips and Science Act was signed by US president Joe Biden on August 9. While semiconductor companies and industry associations celebrate the two-year effort, the challenge actually starts from now......»»
US invests $280bn in high tech to compete with China
US President Joe Biden said the new funding for tech would keep the US competitive......»»
Biden signs bill aimed at boosting U.S. chip production, competitiveness
The bipartisan bill provides more than $52 billion in government subsidies for U.S. semiconductor research, design and production, including $2 billion designated for the production of mature node, or "legacy chips," used by automakers and parts supp.....»»
It’s official: US chipmakers will receive billions in grants and tax breaks
The CHIPS and Science Act authorizes subsidies up to $200 billion over 10 years. Enlarge (credit: Chip Somodevilla / Staff | Getty Images News) Chipmakers eager to receive huge subsidies stood with President Joe Biden as he si.....»»
The Biden Administration Must Designate Civilian Satellites Critical Infrastructure
Nongovernment satellites are vulnerable to attack, and calling them critical infrastructure would make it easier for the U.S. to fight back.....»»
What Is Paxlovid Rebound, and How Common Is It?
President Biden is part of a minority of people who have experienced Paxlovid rebound, but experts say the drug should still be prescribed for those who need it.....»»
Automaker and chip CEOs were to meet ahead of Biden signing microchip legislation
WASHINGTON - The heads of chipmakers GlobalFoundries and Applied Materials and carmakers Ford Motor and General Motors were to meet at a closed-door summit with U.S. government officials on Monday to discuss administration plans to invest in semicond.....»»
US Officials Declare Monkeypox a Public Health Emergency
The Biden administration declared monkeypox a public health emergency on Thursday as cases topped 6,600 nationwide. From a report: The declaration could facilitate access to emergency funds, allow health agencies to collect more data about cases and.....»»
Is "mature technology" weaponized by Chips Act?
The recently passed Chips and Science Act 2022, now awaiting US president Joe Biden's signature, specifically indicates that recipients of the subsidies are not allowed to "engage in any significant transaction...involving the material expansion of s.....»»
Biden administration declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The US has the largest monkeypox case tally of any country in the world. Enlarge / Health workers sit at a check-in table at a pop-up monkeypox vaccination clinic, which was opened by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.....»»
For Taiwanese fabless players, the US Chips Act bears little significance
The Chips and Science Act, after months of debates, finally made it through the US Congress and now waits for president Joe Biden's signature. Now, the global semiconductor industry is wondering its impacts. While it remains up for debate how the Chi.....»»
For Taiwanese fabless players, the US Chips Act bear little significance
The Chips and Science Act, after months of debates, finally made it through the US Congress and now waits for president Joe Biden's signature. Now, the global semiconductor industry is wondering its impacts. While it remains up for debate how the Chi.....»»
Chips Act: With subsidies come the real challenges for chipmakers
With the US Congress passing the Chips and Science Act of 2022 on July 28, awaiting the US president Joe Biden to sign it into law, the global chips industry is far from having a sigh of relief. On the contrary, the real challenges have just begun. T.....»»
Biden tests positive again in COVID rebound, heads back to isolation [Updated]
The president finished one course of Paxlovid. Now doc is watching rebound closely. Enlarge / US President Joe Biden waves from his isolation following a virtual meeting on July 26, 2022. (credit: Getty | The Washington Post).....»»
Toyota’s lobbying blitz gets results in Manchin-Schumer deal
For Toyota, this win has particular significance: In the Build Back Better legislation that fell apart last year, President Joe Biden had called for an EV credit that would’ve provided extra incentives on union-made cars......»»
How the Senate Climate Bill Could Slash Emissions by 40 Percent
A surprise breakthrough on climate and energy legislation revives President Biden's environmental commitments by outlining large emissions reductions.....»»
NHOA.TCC inaugurates first EV charging station combining solar power and energy storage in Taiwan
NHOA.TCC, a subsidiary of Taiwan Cement, inaugurated on July 27 an EV charging station in Taipei City. It is Taiwan's first DC/DC charging station that integrates solar power while serving as an energy storage system......»»
Senate deal includes EV tax credits sought by Tesla, Toyota
The credit will be included in a broader legislative package that revives key portions of President Joe Biden’s domestic political agenda and contains about $369 billion on climate and energy spending......»»
What Are the Risks of COVID and Treatments Available to President Biden?
An infectious disease doctor explains what Biden’s medical team will be doing to treat the president’s case of COVID.....»»
Research Suggests Loch Ness Monster "Plausible" With One Big Caveat
Researchers have published findings showing ancient plesiosaur fossils in a freshwater environment, lending Loch Ness Monster believers a new glimmer of hope. Resear.....»»