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Tech Lobbying Weakens Climate Rules for Data Centers
Tech companies lobbied to kill stricter clean energy rules for gas-powered data centers, weakening climate pledges.
A Hawaii Startup Uses 3D Printing and Basalt to Build Ships
A tiny Hawaii startup is revolutionizing naval shipbuilding with 3D printers and basalt-based materials. The company aims to replace traditional shipyards with distributed rapid manufacturing systems globally.
EU Forces Return of User-Replaceable Batteries in Smartphones
New EU regulations require smartphones and tablets to have user-replaceable batteries, aiming to boost repairability and reduce e-waste.
Hyperscalers Face Pressure to Curb Data Center Water Consumption
Google and Microsoft face growing pressure to reduce water consumption in data centers as AI expansion increases demand.
Voice-First AI Interfaces Risk Alienating Silent Users
Tech companies push voice as the default AI interface. Yet many users prefer text or silence. This trend may exclude key demographics and create accessibility issues.
AI Agents and Short-Form Video Reshape Hiring as Fika Jobs Raises $4M
Stockholm-based Fika Jobs raises $4M for a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates and short-form profiles replace resumes.
Political Bias in AI Models Demands Scrutiny and Transparency
Recent analyses reveal that leading AI models show distinct political leanings, raising concerns about objectivity and the need for clearer disclosure from developers.
AI That Predicts NHS Staff Resignations Wins Major Award
An AI tool predicting NHS staff resignations won a major prize. Developed with university researchers, it analyzes workforce data to flag at-risk employees before they quit.
Lotus Reverses Electric-Only Strategy, Brings Back Combustion Engines
Lotus will reintroduce combustion engines alongside EVs, abandoning its earlier all-electric pledge. The move reflects broader industry caution on EV demand.
Union Avoidance Spending by US Employers Tops $1.5 Billion Annually
US employers spend more than $1.5 billion yearly on union avoidance activities, a report finds, raising questions about labor policy and worker rights.
US Tech Layoffs Hit Two-Year High as AI Drives 38,000 Job Cuts in May
Nearly 40,000 tech workers lost jobs in May, the highest monthly total in two years. Artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for the layoffs.
US Regulator Orders Fast-Track for AI Data Centers That Generate Their Own Power
FERC orders grid operators to fast-track AI data center connections if they self-generate power or cut peak usage. Implementation required within 90 days.
Adaptive Driving Beam Headlights Finally Reach US Roads
Audi's new Q9 SUV brings adaptive beam headlights to America, offering better illumination without glare after years of regulatory delays.
YouTube Brings Direct Messaging to US Users in Latest Social Expansion
YouTube is expanding direct messaging to US users as part of a test, deepening its social networking push and competing with established messaging apps.
Let's Encrypt Blocks Certificate Use in US-Sanctioned Regions
Let's Encrypt bans SSL/TLS certificate use in US-sanctioned territories, impacting HTTPS access for users in Iran, Syria and North Korea.
Deflock Maps Over 100,000 License Plate Readers Across the US
Deflock has mapped more than 100,000 automated license plate readers in the US, raising privacy and surveillance concerns.
Seed Rounds Grow Bigger as Path to Series A Narrows
US seed rounds have tripled since 2018, but Series A graduation rates have fallen to 24% for 2024 cohorts, signaling a narrowing funnel for startups.
World Cup 2026 Travelers Face Escalating Mobile Data Costs Across Three Nations
Fans traveling across the US, Canada and Mexico for the 2026 World Cup will need eSIMs to avoid roaming fees. Prices vary widely by country and data allowance, making advance planning essential.
Waymo Pulls Robotaxis From Highways After Safety Incidents
Waymo suspends highway driving across US markets over construction zone concerns, following a software recall for flood-related incidents.
Iran Threatens Fees on Big Tech Subsea Cables in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's military says it will charge US tech companies for undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global internet infrastructure.