Author: bigboss
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EU and US to introduce collaboration on AI safety, standards, and R&D efforts
1. The European Union and the US plan to announce collaboration on AI at the EU-US Trade and Technology Council meeting this week. 2. The focus of the agreement is expected to include AI safety, standardization, and implementation of AI technologies for public good. 3. The US and UK recently signed a partnership agreement on…
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Electric Vehicles Capture 58.1% Market Share in Sweden as Volvo EX30 Sees Rapid Rise to Second Place
1. March’s auto market in Sweden saw plugin EVs at a 58.1% share, with BEVs at 34.9% and PHEVs at 23.2%. 2. Overall auto volume in March was 23,891 units, down 21% YoY, with the Tesla Model Y as the bestselling BEV. 3. Despite a significant drop in BEV volumes, PHEV sales were flat YoY…
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TotalEnergies introduces latest battery storage project
– TotalEnergies is developing a new battery storage project in Belgium with a power rating of 25MW and a capacity of 75MWh. – Saft, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, will provide the technology for the project using 40 Intensium Max High Energy lithium-ion containers. – The project is part of TotalEnergies’ integrated development strategy for electricity…
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Photos from the 1980s Capture the Dining Experience at McDonald’s
1. The first McDonald’s franchise opened in Des Plaines, Illinois in 1955. 2. Chicken nuggets were added to the menu in 1983. 3. Motorhead and President Ronald Reagan were seen eating at McDonald’s in the 1980s. The first McDonald’s franchise opened in 1955 in Des Plaines, Illinois, establishing the fast-food chain as a well-known brand…
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‘Reimagining the Future: A Concise Retelling of Hope’ counters pessimistic tech perspectives
– “A Brief History of the Future” documentary series hosted by Ari Wallach emphasizes the promise of technology while acknowledging its risks and disappointments. – The show aims to highlight the transformative potential of tech, startups, and innovation, showcasing individuals and companies making a difference in shaping a better future. – The documentary series is…
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America’s first solar junction box manufacturing lines launched by Amphenol
1. Amphenol Industrial Operations began manufacturing solar junction boxes in January 2024 at its new factory in Mesa, Arizona. 2. The Arizona factory can accommodate a dozen manufacturing lines with a capacity of around 100,000 junction boxes each month. 3. The facility is also equipped to manufacture connectors and other advanced interconnect assemblies for solar…
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I created an AI music video using LTX Studio in just 30 minutes – and the outcome is unbelievable
1. AI video tools used for creating music videos: Runway, Pika Labs, Leonardo, LTX Studio 2. LTX Studio stands out for generating all clips, shots, sounds, and images in one go 3. AI music video generators like LTX Studio provide quick and cost-effective visuals for songs, benefiting indie artists. AI video tools like LTX Studio…
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Swedish Renewable Energy Surge Includes Major Offshore Wind Project
1. OX2 AB and Ingka Investments received a permit for a 5.5-GW offshore wind project in the Baltic Sea. 2. Eiffel Investment Group purchased a stake in a 1.8-GW portfolio of renewable energy projects in Sweden. 3. OX2 and Ingka Investments are also working on an offshore energy hub called Neptunus, which includes a wind…
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Nvidia’s dominance challenges AI chip startup funding climate, but Hailo remains resilient
1. Equity is a podcast about startups and venture capital news 2. Y Combinator’s demo day is starting, so expect a lot of startup news this week 3. Topics on today’s podcast include BlaBlaCar, PipeDreams, GoStudent, Hailo, and GGV’s new brands Equity is a podcast that delves into the business of startups, providing analysis beyond…
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China braces for tougher rules as BESS land grab continues
1. The global average price of BESS for US deployment has been declining since 2022, with Tier 2 providers like EVE, REPT, and Hithium aggressively capturing market share from CATL. 2. Some companies are offering BESS units for as low as US$110 per KWh, with new players from China entering the market due to domestic…