Volkswagen is taking control of its tech future by developing its own AI chip specifically for the Chinese market. The move comes as the German automaker struggles to compete in China’s booming EV sector. With deliveries expected in 3-5 years, this represents VW’s latest effort to regain relevance i
Littelfuse has introduced the CPC1601M, a solid-state latching relay that harvests power directly from the load it controls. This innovation could eliminate batteries in smart thermostats and simplify installations in older buildings. The technology represents a significant step forward in energy-ef
IBM is cutting thousands of employees this quarter, with architects, engineers and AI specialists among those affected. The cuts come as CEO Arvind Krishna continues his push toward AI-driven efficiency. But is this really about “rebalancing” or something more fundamental?
Rivian Automotive delivered a surprising third-quarter performance, beating Wall Street expectations with a $24 million gross profit. The electric vehicle maker achieved this milestone through its joint venture with Volkswagen and growing software services revenue, while maintaining its full-year gu
Samsung is targeting 130 trillion won ($90.3 billion) in mobile division sales for 2026. But component cost inflation makes Galaxy S26 price hikes “inevitable.” This creates a major dilemma for the tech giant.
Southwest Power Pool wants to fundamentally change how transmission gets planned and paid for. The proposal merges interconnection studies with regional planning to tackle massive project delays and cost uncertainty that’s slowing clean energy deployment.
Northeastern researchers have engineered E. coli bacteria that can form and reform complex structures through direct cell-to-cell contact. This breakthrough in programmable living materials opens new possibilities for sustainable manufacturing. The technology represents a fundamental shift in how we
Scientists have uncovered the structure of a bacterial enzyme that produces ethylene without CO₂ emissions. This discovery could fundamentally change how we manufacture plastics and reduce our dependence on fossil fuels.
Rockwell Automation has launched autonomous mobile robot production at its Milwaukee headquarters. The 25,000-square-foot facility represents a strategic move to bring advanced robotics manufacturing closer to US customers as industrial automation accelerates.
Researchers have discovered that combining microbial fuel cells with plants creates systems that generate electricity while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The technology shows particular promise for restoring salinized agricultural soils. This dual-purpose approach could revolutionize sustainabl
