Author: bigboss

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1. BI won their first National Magazine Award for impactful video on dogs in prisons, leading to new law in Virginia 2. Disney CEO Bob Iger and billionaire investor Nelson Peltz in proxy battle for board seats 3. Stocks continue to rally on hopes of rate cut, Ray Dalio investing in China, IPO market warming…

OpenAI Releases Surreal Music Video Created by Sora

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in AI

– OpenAI’s Sora release is a music video generated by artificial intelligence from text prompts – Sora is capable of creating longer video clips with consistent shots, unlike other platforms – The release of Sora to the public is expected later this year, pending security issues and potential impact on global elections OpenAI’s Sora release…

TotalEnergies introduces innovative battery project in Belgium

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in Energy

– TotalEnergies is developing a battery project in Belgium to help manage grid congestion problems – The project will have a power rating of 25MW and a capacity of 75MWh – The project represents a global investment of nearly €70 million and will bring TotalEnergies’ storage capacity in Belgium to 50MW / 150MWh French energy…

Homemade lip balm using coconut oil and beeswax

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in Easy invention ideas

Title: The Ultimate Guide to Creating Homemade Lip Balm using Coconut Oil and Beeswax Introduction: Homemade lip balm is a popular and cost-effective alternative to store-bought products. By using natural ingredients like coconut oil and beeswax, you can create a nourishing and moisturizing lip balm that is free from harmful chemicals. In this article, we…

Equinor forms union partnership for the establishment of New York’s inaugural offshore wind hub

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in Energy

1. Empire Wind and BCTC signed a project labour agreement for the construction of South Brooklyn Marine Terminal. 2. The PLA aims to create over 1000 union construction jobs and apprenticeships in New York communities. 3. The agreement includes industry-leading safety practices, promotes engagement with MWBEs and SDVOBs, and prioritizes local hires from specific groups.…

CATL and GM Move Cautiously Towards a Shared Battery Plant

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in Energy

1. GM and CATL in discussions for a jointly-owned battery factory in North America. 2. Ford and CATL set up a unique structure for a factory in Michigan using CATL technology. 3. CATL negotiating with GM for a joint factory in North America for LFP cells, aiming for an annual capacity similar to the proposed…

Nelson Peltz’s Battle With Disney Could Be Decided by Only 3 Investors

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in Business Insider

1. Fate of Nelson Peltz’s proxy fight with Disney relies on institutional investors BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street. 2. History shows that these investors previously voted against Peltz’s requests in proxy battles with DuPont and Procter & Gamble. 3. BlackRock intends to vote against Peltz in Disney’s shareholder meeting, while it is not yet known…

Cero to integrate 370MW solar project in Greece with battery storage capabilities

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in Energy

1. Cero Development Hellas received approval to enhance its Dristello solar power plant in Greece with a 749MWh battery storage system. 2. The battery storage system will have a high nominal battery availability of 95% and a depth of discharge of 711MWh. 3. Cero Development Hellas also has plans for a 269MW solar power plant…

DOE distributes first round of 48C Advanced Energy ITC funds

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in Energy

– The Inflation Reduction Act’s Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Tax Credit is distributing $4 billion in credits for over 100 projects across 35 states aimed at accelerating domestic clean energy manufacturing and reducing greenhouse gas emissions at industrial facilities. – At least $1.5 billion of the $4 billion tax credits will support projects in historic…

Exploring the Impact of AI on Female Founders at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 Women’s Breakfast

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