Global regulators are tightening restrictions on PFAS chemicals in lithium-ion batteries, forcing a major industry shift. A new IDTechEx report outlines how novel polymers and electrolyte additives are emerging as viable replacements. The market for non-PFAS battery additives is projected to surpass
The manufacturing industry is pushing for a rebrand, highlighting the tangible, visible outcomes of factory work compared to office jobs. But this modernization comes with a social responsibility to retrain workers displaced by automation. The companies that thrive will balance economic efficiency w
US lawmakers are advancing the Chip EQUIP Act to prohibit companies receiving federal semiconductor subsidies from purchasing Chinese chipmaking equipment. The restrictions would apply for a decade and cover tools from China and other “entities of concern.” Major beneficiaries like Intel, TSMC, and
Orange France and Ericsson have launched a series of 5G RAN trials to enhance network performance and sustainability. The two-year program includes testing FDD Massive MIMO radios and Cloud RAN architecture. These trials aim to prepare Orange’s future network roadmap and bring greater automation to
PHYTEC has introduced the phyCONTROL-Nova, a scalable industrial PC featuring an ARM processor and modular design. The fanless system includes an NPU capable of 2.3 TOPS and supports industrial protocols like EtherCAT for edge computing applications.
Xiaomi has secured its memory chip requirements through 2026 through dedicated contracts. The company warns this will lead to significant smartphone price increases. AI-driven HBM demand is creating a “long cycle” of memory cost inflation.
Governor Gavin Newsom announced nearly $100 million in tax credits spread across nine companies to strengthen manufacturing and create jobs in California. The credits come with strict requirements and clawback provisions for companies that don’t deliver. Recipients range from aerospace to seaweed sn
Tesla’s lucrative tax incentive deal with Travis County, Texas is under review after the company reportedly failed to provide required documentation. The 20-year agreement promised 70-80% property tax rebates in exchange for billions in investment and job creation. County officials say Tesla is tryi
The cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover has cost parent company Tata Motors a staggering $2.4 billion in lost revenue. Meanwhile, Google’s DeepMind AI is revolutionizing hurricane forecasting with unprecedented accuracy. Sky Sports faces backlash over its female-focused TikTok channel.
Researchers discovered nuclear waste could significantly improve hydrogen production efficiency. The study reveals four methods using radiation and uranium catalysts from spent fuel. This approach turns environmental liability into clean energy resource.
