The Netherlands-based chip equipment maker ASML has reiterated its financial guidance for 2025, saying it does not expect new US restrictions on semiconductor exports to China to affect its sales. ASML shares rose 0.9% after the company released a statement, citing its “industry-leading” computational lithography software as a significant differentiator in the market. The new … Read more
Ketone bodies are produced by the body during fasting and low glucose availability, serving as an alternative energy source for cells. Recent research by Buck Institute scientists has uncovered a direct molecular mechanism for the regulation of misfolded proteins in the brain, suggesting ketone bodies play a significant role in maintaining brain health. The study … Read more
A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been put under strain after multiple incidents of violence, with at least 11 people killed and three injured in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon. The latest exchange of fire occurred when Hezbollah fired rockets on an Israeli military position in the Shebaa Farms area, claiming it was … Read more
French lawmakers have introduced a motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Michel Barnier, setting up a vote that could bring down his government in days. The motion was triggered by Barnier’s attempt to pass part of his 2025 budget, which includes tax hikes and spending cuts aimed at reducing the deficit. The budget is … Read more
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has invested $700 million in AI chip startup Tenstorrent, valuing the company at $2.6 billion. This move puts Tenstorrent on par with Nvidia Corp., a leader in the AI business. Tenstorrent aims to challenge Nvidia’s dominance by developing its own AI chips. The funding round also saw participation from Samsung and … Read more
Marie Dageville’s sudden billionaire status after her data cloud company Snowflake went public in 2020 prompted her to give away a significant portion of her fortune. Her journey highlights the challenges faced by billionaires in giving more of their wealth. The idea of giving away one’s fortune dates back to Andrew Carnegie’s 1889 essay “The … Read more
President Joe Biden’s pardon of his son has raised concerns among Republicans and institutions supporters, who fear it may tarnish his legacy. The move was seen as a reversal after Biden previously stated he would not pardon his son, prompting accusations that he lied to the public before changing his mind. Biden’s decision is also … Read more
France – The shipping industry’s massive carbon footprint is slowly being reduced as sailors like Yann Jourdan make the switch to sail-powered cargo ships. Jourdan, captain of a 3-year-old sailboat that transports goods across the Atlantic, said he now earns a third less than if he were working on fuel-powered ships. The international merchant fleet … Read more
The Software Freedom Conservancy has announced the “production release” of the OpenWrt One, a router designed specifically to run the popular open-source operating system. Priced at $89, this device is a mesh-friendly solution for those looking for a hassle-free setup. Key features include WiFi 6 support, two Ethernet ports (one 2.5 GbE and one 1 … Read more
Nvidia is set to launch its highly anticipated Blackwell architecture and chip, which is expected to play a key role in the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) empire and drive significant revenue growth. The launch demonstrates Nvidia’s technological strengths and has the potential to be transformative for customers’ AI projects. The Blackwell release comes at a … Read more