The cargo hauling aircraft with no pilots on board
Rejecting deliveries to the doorstep, some drone makers are betting on bigger pilot-free aircraft......»»
Aura partners with Robert Downey Jr. to increase awareness about the significance of online safety
Aura announced a multi-year partnership with Robert Downey Jr. Through the partnership, Downey Jr. joins Aura’s Board of Directors, invests in the company and commits to working with Aura as a strategist and brand advocate, supporting consumer.....»»
Apple shareholder meeting: investors approve Tim Cook’s $50 million pay cut, more
Apple today held its previously-scheduled annual shareholder meeting, which seemingly went off without any drama. As recapped by Bloomberg, Apple investors “reelected its board, approved its compensation plan and opposed the shareholder proposals.....»»
An Investment in Board Diversity
Research shows that more diverse teams perform better and are more innovative than homogeneous teams. I’ve written about this before, and it’s covered extensively in my book Startup Boards: A Field Guide to Building and Leading an Effective Board.....»»
Google’s Pixel Fold just got spotted in the wild
Google is said to be working on its own foldable phone, and now thanks to a photo shared on Reddit, the device has been spotted on board a train in New York City. The post Google’s Pixel Fold just got spotted in the wild first appeared on Phandroid.....»»
Women on corporate boards increase company buyout value, finds study
If you own stock in a company targeted for acquisition, the behavior and makeup of the company's board of directors—particularly whether it includes women—could be worth a lot of money for you......»»
Ford gets dealers on board to build commercial service centers
Ford Motor Co. says dealers can increase their fixed operations profits by opening an Elite Commercial Service Center with at least 24 service bays, mobile service vans and expanded hours......»»
Atlassian is the latest tech firm to axe jobs
Despite “massive opportunities” ahead, Atlassian’s co-CEOs and board have agreed to cut 5% of its headcount......»»
The Strange Supersonic Aircraft That Never Reached Its Full Potential
The early 1950s ushered in a unique aircraft nicknamed the Stiletto due to its slim, sharp design. The plane was made for a specific goal and didn't last long. T.....»»
Latest Ohio derailment poses no public risk, officials say
Authorities in Ohio say there is no indication of any risk to public health from the derailment of a Norfolk Southern cargo train between Dayton and Columbus, the second derailment of a company train in the state in a month......»»
Bees follow linear landmarks to find their way home, just like the first pilots
Scientists have shown that honeybees retain a memory of the dominant linear landscape elements in their home area like channels, roads, and boundaries. When transported to an unfamiliar area, they seek out local elements of this kind, compare their l.....»»
The Secrets Of The Legendary P-51 Mustang And How It Dominated The Skies
The Mustang was first built out of a request by RAF pilots who were outmatched in the outdated Curtiss P-40 Warhawk. The Mustang was first built out of a request by.....»»
VW to build $2 billion Scout assembly plant in S.C.
The German automaker’s board of management said Friday that it would construct a $2 billion assembly plant in Blythewood, S.C., to build a battery-electric pickup and “rugged” SUVs for its nascent Scout Motors brand beginning in 2026......»»
Xiaomi could finally be hopping on board the Wear OS bandwagon
According to the latest rumors, it has been suggested that Xiaomi could be looking to develop a new smartwatch powered by Google’s Wear OS platform. The post Xiaomi could finally be hopping on board the Wear OS bandwagon first appeared on Phandroid.....»»
VW board said to discuss two new N.A. plants for Scout, batteries
VW's board is expected to approve a site in the U.S. to build its Scout brand, while discussions about a battery factory, likely in Canada, are ongoing......»»
Volkswagen board to discuss U.S. assembly plant on Friday, report says
The factory is reportedly a new plant for the Scout brand, which Volkswagen has said will be designed, engineered and manufactured in the U.S. with production due to start in 2026......»»
Want your company to weather a crisis? Watch the leadership of the board chair
It's no secret that the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic struck corporations with an unprecedented number of business challenges, and even casual observers can note that companies' ability to withstand the stresses of quarantine-era trials.....»»
Investor group wants to boot Tim Cook, Al Gore from Apple board of directors
The National Legal and Policy Center is using its power as an Apple shareholder to propose removing Al Gore and CEO Tim Cook from the board of directors during the March 10 shareholder meeting.Apple CEO Tim CookApple's annual shareholder meeting is s.....»»
Delta Electronics shows business prospect for EV, data center
Delta Electronics said on Feb 23 that its EV business – on-board chargers and battery management systems, will get even better this year, after announcing improved financial results for last year. Chairman Yancey Hai said at the latest earnings.....»»
NLPC seeks to kick Tim Cook, Al Gore from Apple board of directors
The National Legal and Policy Center is using its power as an Apple shareholder to propose removing Al Gore and CEO Tim Cook from the board of directors during the March 10 shareholder meeting.Apple CEO Tim CookApple's annual shareholder meeting is s.....»»
81% of international flights into NYC had SARS-CoV-2 in waste, small trial finds
The study demonstrated feasibility as COVID surveillance nose-dives worldwide. Enlarge / Passengers on an Air France flight on April 20, 2021. (credit: Getty | Francois LOCHON) In a small trial, aircraft wastewater prov.....»»