Chinese auto conglomerate BYD has introduced a new 1,000-volt electric vehicle (EV) platform that can enable charging rates as fast as five minutes. This is twice the current industry standard and could potentially triple it. The “Super E-Platform” promises 1,000 kW charge speeds, which is faster than most gas stations and even some fast chargers … Read more
ESPN analyst Fran Fraschilla believes West Virginia University (WVU) will find a suitable replacement for departing head coach Darian DeVries. Following DeVries’ departure to Indiana, Fraschilla suggests two candidates who would be perfect fits: Will Wade and Jerrod Calhoun. Will Wade, currently the head coach at McNeese, boasts an impressive 57-10 record over his past … Read more
In response to the US copyright case against Thomson Reuters, global regulatory intelligence provider MLEX is seeking quick appeal. This move comes as regulatory changes are expected to take effect tomorrow. MLex is well-positioned to inform businesses of emerging risks and opportunities through its network of specialist reporters covering key areas such as antitrust, M&A, … Read more
Supermicro has announced expanded support for the new NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition and H200 NVL platform on a range of GPU-optimized systems, addressing the growing demand for accelerated computing capabilities in enterprise environments. The company’s PCIe GPU systems can now scale to meet the most demanding data center requirements, supporting up to … Read more
PepsiCo has acquired popular prebiotic soda brand Poppi for nearly $2 billion. The deal comes as the traditional soda market continues to decline due to growing consumer demand for healthier alternatives. Poppi, founded by Allison Ellsworth in 2015, has grown rapidly over the past few years, with profits reaching over $100 million in 2024 and … Read more
Last night’s iHeartRadio Music Awards red carpet was filled with a mix of stunning and cringe-worthy fashion choices. Doechii stole the show in Miu Miu, while Lady Gaga made a bold statement with two looks from Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen. Doechii’s look is a masterclass in confidence, showcasing her unique sense of style. Lady … Read more
Microsoft has released a new “About” section in the Settings app for Windows 11, providing users with information about their computer’s hardware. The section includes spec cards and a FAQ section to help users understand how their components affect performance. The new section was initially spotted earlier, but now it is available in Settings > … Read more
Yum! Brands is accelerating its use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology by partnering with NVIDIA, a leading developer of AI solutions. The partnership aims to scale AI-powered innovation across 61,000+ locations worldwide. Yum! will integrate NVIDIA’s AI software into its new proprietary digital platform, Byte by Yum!, which serves online and mobile app ordering, point-of-sale, … Read more
Fund managers are warning investors not to get caught up in the recent market turmoil, urging caution before making investment decisions. According to BofA Securities’ latest fund manager survey, global fund managers’ positioning is not at extreme bear levels, which would typically be seen as a clear “buy” signal. Instead, the positioning is more neutral, … Read more
Prospective car thieves, beware! A new thriller film, Locked, puts the focus on a hapless criminal who finds himself trapped inside a luxury SUV with a vengeful owner. The film stars Bill Skarsgard as Eddie Barrish, a financially desperate criminal who picks the wrong vehicle to rob. After being rigged into an impenetrable torture device … Read more