This article discusses recent developments in solid-state batteries and their potential applications in electric vehicles (EVs) and battery energy storage systems (BESS). ProLogium, a Taiwanese battery company, announced plans to begin mass production of next-generation solid-state batteries in 2027, with an annual capacity to produce enough batteries for 26,000 EVs. Volkswagen’s battery subsidiary, PowerCo, also … Read more
Researchers from Microsoft and Stanford propose a new framework called Trace to automate the design and updating of complex computational workflows for AI applications like chatbots and coding assistants. The approach treats workflows as graphs, optimizing heterogeneous parameters using Optimization with Trace Oracle (OPTO). This method enhances optimization efficiency across various domains, outperforming traditional techniques … Read more
‘The Mountain Is You’ by Brianna Wiest teaches us ten valuable lessons for overcoming self-sabotage and fostering personal growth. 1. Identify Self-Sabotage: Self-sabotage is a protective mechanism, not a sign of laziness or lack of discipline. Recognizing these patterns is the first step to change. 2. Emotional Intelligence: Understand your emotions and how they impact … Read more
This text describes the scene of the presidential election day in Venezuela, focusing on the experiences and perspectives of some Venezuelan voters. The ex-diplomat and opposition candidate, Gonzalez, expresses his hope for reconciliation and change in Venezuela, promising to welcome back Venezuelans who have left the country. Many voters, like Judy Oropeza, share their reasons … Read more
Close your eyes for five seconds, then open them again. You’ve moved about 3,000km (1,864 miles) due to the gravitational pull of the Great Attractor, a region in intergalactic space that is drawing the Milky Way and thousands of other galaxies towards it. In space, everything is moving, including Earth spinning on its axis and … Read more
Japanese researchers have discovered a new type of ice, named ice 0, which can initiate the formation of ice crystals in supercooled water near its surface. This discovery resolves a longstanding question and could significantly impact various fields, including climate studies and food sciences. Ice 0 precursors, with a structure similar to supercooled water, facilitate … Read more
A type of malware called Gh0st RAT has been discovered being distributed through a “dropper” named Gh0stGambit as part of a drive-by download scheme targeting Chinese Windows users. The dropper disguises itself as a Chrome browser installer from a fake website (“chrome-web[.]com”). This indicates that people searching for the software online are being specifically targeted. … Read more
Researchers at the University of Sydney propose using liquid metals for chemical reactions to reduce industrial emissions and create products more sustainably. Chemical reactions, which are essential for creating modern products, contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions due to the large amounts of energy required. This new approach allows reactions to occur at lower temperatures … Read more
A Mississippi tech company, C Spire, withdrew its Olympics advertising due to the opening ceremony’s depiction of the Last Supper that many found disrespectful towards Christianity. The Paris 2024 Olympic Opening Ceremony featured various performances, including a drag queen segment inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” sparking controversy and offense among Christians worldwide. … Read more
Eight Notable Books on Stoicism for Personal Growth: 1. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: A collection of personal reflections by the Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher on life, virtue, and inner peace. 2. The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman: Offers daily wisdom from ancient Stoic philosophers with modern interpretations and practical applications. 3. … Read more