Plug Power Secures $1.66 Billion Loan Guarantee for Clean Hydrogen Project

The US Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office (LPO) has announced a $1.66 billion loan guarantee to support the construction of clean hydrogen facilities across several states, supplied by Plug Power Inc.’s innovative electrolyzers. The project aims to advance the Biden-Harris Administration’s whole-of-government approach to building a robust clean energy economy. The clean hydrogen facilities … Read more

NASA Tests Spacecraft Bus for Asteroid Exploration Mission

A team at the University of Arizona has been testing a spacecraft bus designed to help astronomers better analyze stellar features from transiting planets. The bus, which is currently being tested in a thermal-vacuum chamber, provides the necessary structure and systems for the mission. According to NASA, the goal of this mission is to improve … Read more

TSMC Sees Record-Qualifying Earnings Amid Strong Chip Demand

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSM) has gained 5.48% to $218.14 following its stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings. The company reported a record quarterly net income of NT$374.68 billion ($11.3 billion), driven by strong demand for 3-nanometer and 5-nanometer chips. Revenue climbed 38.8% year-over-year, with advanced 3nm chips contributing 26% to wafer revenue and 5nm chips accounting for … Read more

Netanyahu’s Ceasefire Conundrum: Politics vs. Peace

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a critical test of his leadership as his far-right coalition partners reject a ceasefire deal with Hamas, threatening to destabilize the government and jeopardize the lives of Israeli hostages. The deal, which includes the release of 33 Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, is seen as … Read more

Do Dogs Watch TV with You?

As a dog owner, you might think your furry friend is watching TV right along with you. But does your pooch actually pay attention to the screen? Dr. Freya Mowat, a veterinary ophthalmologist and professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s school of veterinary medicine, has investigated this question. Mowat designed an eye test for dogs … Read more

Samsung Galaxy S25 Colors Leak Reveals Exclusive Options

Samsung has released a slew of color options for its upcoming Galaxy S25 series, with the S24 and S24+ mirroring each other in choices. The S25 Ultra, however, boasts several exclusive hues. According to Evan Blass’s latest leak, four colors are available for each device. These include neutral tones and some unique options. The Galaxy … Read more

Capital One Apologizes for Banking Outage Affecting Thousands

Capital One is responding to customers taking to social media to express frustration over an outage affecting its banking services. The issue was reported on January 16, with users experiencing problems with online services starting at around 4 a.m., according to tracking website Down Detector. The financial institution acknowledged the outage in the morning and … Read more

CDC Urges Hasty Bird Flu Testing to Combat Mysterious Cases

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging hospitals to speed up advanced testing for people suspected of having bird flu. This comes after rare cases of bird flu in the US, including a child in San Francisco confirmed to have had H5N1 influenza, that do not appear to be linked to … Read more

NVIDIA Unveils Quantum Computing Roadmap with GTC 2025’s Quantum Day

NVIDIA is leading the charge in quantum computing, and its upcoming event, Quantum Day at GTC 2025, promises to accelerate progress in this cutting-edge field. The announcement brings together industry leaders, including top executives from Atom Computing, D-Wave, Infleqtion, IonQ, Pasqal, PsiQuantum, Quantinuum, and more, to discuss the future of quantum computing. Set to take … Read more

Apple Disables Troublesome AI Feature After False News Headline Reports

Apple has temporarily disabled a key component of its Apple Intelligence software, which was found to be producing inaccurate summaries of news headlines. The issue came to light after the feature incorrectly reported that former US Representative Pete Hegseth had been fired and Italian TV presenter Luigi Mangione shot himself. The decision to disable the … Read more