3 h. ago How can Europe boost its domestic battery production and what policy actions are needed?

The rapid diffusion of battery electric vehicles and the decarbonization of the energy sector require an increasing number of batteries. These batteries have so far largely been manufactured in Asia. Against this backdrop, the EU has set itself the target of covering 90% of its battery demand from domestic production by 2030—but in light of the rapid market growth and the strong increase in demand, this goal is at risk.

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3 h. ago Greenland Election: Arctic Island Vote Dominated by Independence, Trump Talk

Greenland national elections come amid growing national demands for independence President Trump's offer to make it part of the U.S. The post Greenland Election: Arctic Island Vote Dominated by Independence, Trump Talk appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 h. ago AI in engineering: Researchers discuss synergy between fields

A review explores the role of AI in engineering, assessing the benefits and challenges of the synergy between the two fields. A 2004 DARPA contest pitted AI vehicles against one another in a race on 150 miles of dirt roads. The best-performing vehicle made it less than eight miles of the way. The next year, five vehicles finished a 132-mile course, and today driverless cabs are active in several major cities.

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3 h. ago First on Fox: Top conservative group aligns with Trump as it makes major endorsement in high

The Club for Growth, a top conservative group that is a major player in Republican primaries, aligns with President Trump as it endorses Byron Donalds in the race to succeed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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4 h. ago 'Murder the Truth' describes a campaign to silence journalists and curb free speech

New York Times editor David Enrich talks about a wave of recent legal attacks on journalists — led by tech billionaires, corporations and political figures like President Trump.

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4 h. ago The sibling founders of Stax Payments are back with a new fintech and a $20M seed raise

Worth, a company focused on helping fintechs, banks, and enterprises underwrite small and medium-sized businesses more easily, has raised $20 million in a seed funding round, the startup tells TechCrunch exclusively. It’s a large seed round, especially these days when capital is harder to come by. But the founders’ history may have something to do […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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4 h. ago The sibling founders of Stax Payments are back with a $20M seed raise for their new fintech, Worth

Worth, a company focused on helping fintechs, banks, and enterprises underwrite small and medium-sized businesses more easily, has raised $20 million in a seed funding round, the startup tells TechCrunch exclusively. It’s a large seed round, especially these days when capital is harder to come by. But the founders’ history may have something to do […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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8 h. ago How to Turn a Live Boston Bruins Hockey Broadcast Into a Cartoon

The NHL is using new technology to overlay animations on top of real live hockey action. It points to a future of fully personalized sports broadcasting in which fans control what’s on their screens.

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9 h. ago Casey Mittelstadt is looking to hit a new ceiling as featured player on Bruins roster

"Guys get a fresh start, all of a sudden, they look like different players. So obviously, I'm hoping for that for myself, and I’m willing to put the work in to get there." The post Casey Mittelstadt is looking to hit a new ceiling as featured player on Bruins roster appeared first on Boston.com.

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10 h. ago Michigan Lieutenant Governor Begins Campaign for State’s Top Job

Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II, a software engineer from Detroit, entered a growing Democratic primary field for governor in a period of uncertainty for his party.

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10 h. ago Morgan Stanley's chief U.S. economist discusses the likelihood of a recession

After drops in markets and consumer sentiment, economists are pointing to slower growth. NPR asks Morgan Stanley Chief U.S. Economist Michael Gapen about the likelihood of a recession.

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10 h. ago Tesla sales plummet as market competition and anger at Elon Musk grows

Tesla sales are down around the world because of competition in the market and from brand damage caused by Elon Musk's political activities and association with President Trump.

Economics

11 h. ago Gene Hackman focused on staying fit before Alzheimer's with boxing, golf: friends

Gene Hackman was concerned about aging and stayed physically active for years, according to friends of the Oscar-winner and his wife, Betsy Arakawa Hackman.

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12 h. ago Reshape Energy is using an acquisition playbook to drive energy upgrades for commercial real estate

Reshape Energy is betting on a more integrated approach to accelerate the decarbonization of the built environment. Founded in Munich, Germany back in May 2024, the startup is led by a team with expertise scaling energy businesses, including the German division of Octopus energy and energy price comparison platform Verivox. It’s focusing on selling energy […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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12 h. ago Donald Trump, facing terrible coverage, softens tone and tactics for Elon Musk’s DOGE crusade

Fox News' Howard Kurtz shares why he believes that Donald Trump is acutely attuned to the growing backlash against massive layoffs occurring in the US government.

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15 h. ago Dem Rep. Bera: Newsom Made a 'Pivot', 'Sounds Like Someone Who's Running for President'

On Monday’s broadcast of NewsNation’s “On Balance,” Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA) said that he believes Democrats should “stay out of the culture wars” and keep their focus on economic issues that most people care about and California Gov. Gavin Newsom The post Dem Rep. Bera: Newsom Made a ‘Pivot’, ‘Sounds Like Someone Who’s Running for President’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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16 h. ago David Pastrnak isn’t focused on Bruins’ vacant captaincy amid growing leadership role

"The role changed a little bit, you lead more. But you just try to stay being yourself." The post David Pastrnak isn’t focused on Bruins’ vacant captaincy amid growing leadership role appeared first on Boston.com.

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17 h. ago Stocks in the US and Asia fall as fears grow over economic slowdown

Stocks in the US and Asia fall as fears grow over economic slowdown  BBC.com

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19 h. ago JD Vance Calls on Politicians to 'Be Honest About' Mass Immigration Driving Up Housing Costs for Americans

Vice President JD Vance says politicians must "be honest" about the role mass immigration plays in driving up housing costs for Americans.  The post JD Vance Calls on Politicians to ‘Be Honest About’ Mass Immigration Driving Up Housing Costs for Americans appeared first on Breitbart.

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19 h. ago Sean Curran, agent who protected Trump at Butler rally, sworn in as new US Secret Service director

President Donald Trump's pick to lead the Secret Service, Sean Curran, was sworn into the role on Monday in the Oval Office.

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