Why North Dakota’s Road Use Fee Hike for EVs and Hybrids is Making Waves
North Dakota plans to increase road use fees for electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids to fund infrastructure improvements. Proposed fee increases include EVs from $120 to $150, hybrids from $50…
Is 2025 the Year Crypto Faces Its Greatest Challenge Yet?
2025 brings volatility to the crypto market, influenced by political changes and economic uncertainties. The Trump administration's early optimism for crypto is tempered by inconsistent trade policies impacting markets. Galaxy…
The Chip Titan Clash: Surprises in the Semiconductor World
TSMC firmly dismissed rumors of a joint venture with Intel, dousing speculation of a potential partnership. Intel's stock fell by approximately 3%, reflecting investor concern amid the rumor rejection and…
Rapid Shift in Economic Mindset: Are We Heading for a Hard Landing?
Economic outlook has drastically shifted, with 49% of investors expecting a "hard landing," up from 11%. Expectations for a "soft landing" have fallen from 64% to 37% due to growing…
An Electrifying Future: XPeng’s Bold Leap into AI and Robotics
XPeng Inc. is at the forefront of China's EV industry, fostering innovation through AI, robotics, and energy solutions. The 2025 XPENG X9 model introduces futuristic features like ultra-fast 800V charging,…
The Surprising Longevity of Electric Vehicle Batteries May Change How We Drive
Stanford researchers have found that electric vehicle (EV) batteries have greater endurance than previously thought, potentially reshaping transportation. Traditional battery tests are being reconsidered as real-world driving scenarios reveal a…
Revolutionizing Defense: How Palantir’s Cutting-Edge A.I. Is Changing Modern Warfare
Palantir Technologies is advancing military innovation through a significant deal with NATO, focusing on the AI-driven Palantir Maven Smart System, which enhances decision-making in combat. The company is experiencing robust…
The University Experiment That Could Transform Rural Transportation Forever
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is pioneering autonomous vehicle technology to improve rural connectivity. Ph.D. student Narayan Rai leads efforts with mini robotic vehicles as prototypes for future tech. Professor Tom Shi's…
Bangladesh’s Green Energy Gamble: Can Ambitious Revisions Outpace an Outdated Framework?
Bangladesh's 2008 renewable energy goals remain largely unmet, with only 3% achieved instead of the targeted 10% by 2020. An overhaul is needed to achieve a 20-25% renewable energy share…
Lucid Motors’ Bold Expansion: The Surprising Acquisition That Could Transform the EV Landscape
Lucid Motors has strategically acquired assets from Nikola Corporation, including an Arizona factory and headquarters lease, for about $30 million. The acquisition excludes Nikola's hydrogen trucking ventures, focusing Lucid on…