Volvo will go fully electric globally by 2030, no ‘no ifs, no buts"
Last year, Volvo showed dealers its plan to introduce five new and redesigned EVs over the next few years......»»
Indonesia study evaluates potential of alternative measures for biodiversity conservation
At COP16 in Calí, Colombia, member states are currently discussing how the global nature agreement adopted in Montreal in 2022 can be implemented. The goals include protecting 30% of the world's land and sea areas by 2030......»»
How corruption at the top erodes support for democracy
As we near the end of a "mega election" year in which as many as 2 billion people will cast ballots globally, concerns about the health of democracy are growing. Among the most frequently cited threats to democratic systems are increased discontent w.....»»
The Cloud Latency Map measures latency across 100+ cloud regions
Kentik launched The Cloud Latency Map, a free public tool allowing anyone to explore the latencies measured between over 100 cloud regions worldwide. Users can identify recent changes in latencies globally between various public clouds and data cente.....»»
Scientists demonstrate precise control over artificial microswimmers using electric fields
In a new study in Physical Review Letters, scientists have demonstrated a method to control artificial microswimmers using electric fields and fluid flow. These microscopic droplets could pave the way for targeted drug delivery and microrobotics......»»
What is Auracast? The Bluetooth audio sharing feature fully explained
With Auracast, your Bluetooth headphones are going to be a lot more useful, and your phone can act as a personal radio station. Here's what you need to know......»»
Windows kernel components can be installed to bypass defense systems
Experts reveal a way to "downgrade" a fully updated Windows 11 device, and thus reintroduce vulnerabilities......»»
Apple brings USB-C to new Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Mouse
Apple today announced a brand new M4 iMac, and with it the news we’ve all been waiting for: USB-C has finally been added to the Mac’s key accessories. The Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Mouse are now fully USB-C, and can be ordered now.....»»
Ford adds EV routing to Google Maps for Android Auto users
Ford EVs can tell Google Maps their battery state of charge via Android Auto. Owners of Ford Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning electric vehicles are getting an over-the-air softw.....»»
Jartoo’s Electric Blanket Comes with Nanotubes to Keep You Warm
They might be common these days, but just a few years ago electric blankets were pretty much viewed as a “niche” product of sorts, and were seen as something you’re more likely to take on a camping trip than something that you’d use everyday......»»
Costco partners with Electric Era to bring back EV charging in the U.S.
Costco is again putting its brand name on an EV-charging station in the U.S......»»
Tesla Makes Money Selling Electric Vehicles, but 86% of Its Earnings Could Soon Come From This Instead
Tesla Makes Money Selling Electric Vehicles, but 86% of Its Earnings Could Soon Come From This Instead.....»»
Controller for HomeKit 7.2 introduces a host of new features for iOS 18
The latest Controller for HomeKit Version 7.2 release introduces a range of new features designed to fully take advantage of iOS 18’s capabilities. The update focuses on enhancing smart home control and providing a more streamlined experience for u.....»»
UN biodiversity summit making "very good progress": officials
Crunch UN talks on ways to "halt and reverse" species loss by 2030 have made "very good progress," officials said Friday, as the summit in Colombia marked its halfway point......»»
Report: Nations must close huge emissions gap in new climate pledges and deliver immediate action, or 1.5°C is lost
Nations must collectively commit to cutting 42% off annual greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and 57% by 2035 in the next round of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)—and back this up with rapid action—or the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C goal wi.....»»
Study shows weak external electric fields may protect crops from infection
Research from Dr. Giovanni Sena's group in the Department of Life Sciences highlights an intriguing method to help protect plants from pathogen attacks using weak electric fields......»»
Scout Traveler and Scout Terra forge a new path for EVs
The Volkswagen Group's new Scout Motors EV brand kicks off with an electric pickup truck and SUV launching in 2027......»»
Today’s deals: $18 portable power bank, $120 electric standing desk, $220 TP-Link WiFi 7 router, more
Thursday’s top daily deals include a deep discount on the INIU ultra-slim portable power bank that more than 10,000 people have bought in the past … The post Today’s deals: $18 portable power bank, $120 electric standing desk, $220.....»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 23: EVs get collateral damage from political attack ads
A study says 88 percent of political ads involving EVs are negative. The electric vehicle industry is worried about reputational damage. .....»»
Peter Todd in hiding after being “unmasked” as bitcoin creator
An HBO documentary says he is the real Satoshi Nakamoto. When Canadian developer Peter Todd found out that a new HBO documentary, Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, was set to i.....»»
Study finds land use influences organisms living underground
Researchers at Eawag (Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology) and University of Zurich have complied and analyzed a globally unique data set on the occurrence of various amphipods in groundwater......»»