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NYSERDA announces $5 million is now available to support innovative building solutions in New York

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) today announced $5 million is now available to support innovative building solutions in New York that can be demonstrated in existing single-family, multifamily, and small to medium commercial buildings. Today’s […]

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The race to the bottom in AI: Why AI model providers like OpenAI face a commoditization crisis amid falling costs

“The cost to use a given level of AI capability falls by about 10x every 12 months,” OpenAI’s CEO said in a 15-page proposal to the White House, highlighting the urgency to maintain America’s edge in the AI race. It’s […]

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Meta’s Community Notes to use open-source tech from Elon Musk’s X to combat misinformation

Two months after scrapping third-party fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram, the company announced that its upcoming Community Notes feature will use open-source technology from Elon Musk’s X. The decision is part of Meta’s new approach to tackling misinformation. Community Notes […]

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OpenAI calls for bans on DeepSeek and other Chinese open-source AI models while it remains closed-source

OpenAI has submitted a policy proposal to the U.S. government urging a ban on AI models developed by PRC-affiliated entities. The company singled out Chinese AI lab DeepSeek, labeling it as “state-controlled” and raising concerns over security risks and potential […]

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Solar tech startup Terabase Energy raises $130M led by SoftBank to scale deployment amid rising energy demand

The surge in global energy demand is accelerating the need for scalable and efficient solutions. From AI data centers to expanding urban infrastructures, the race is on to meet growing power requirements while keeping sustainability at the forefront. That’s why […]

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Flock Safety raises $275M from Andreessen Horowitz to expand drone manufacturing and crime-fighting tech

Flock Safety, an Atlanta tech startup known for its surveillance technology, has landed $275 million in fresh funding led by Andreessen Horowitz. The investment will fuel the company’s push into drone products and support the development of a new manufacturing […]

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Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy lays off climate policy team in Europe and US after USAID funding hit

Breakthrough Energy, the climate-focused initiative founded by Bill Gates, has laid off dozens of employees, according to the New York Times. The organization has dismantled its U.S. climate policy team, its European team, and staff working in partnerships with other […]

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Is Nvidia in Trouble? Tech giants are building their own custom AI chips to slash costs and break free

Earlier today, Google unveiled Gemma 3—a series of open-source AI models that run on just a single GPU or TPU,  designed to make AI development faster and more accessible. That’s a sharp contrast to rivals like DeepSeek’s 6R1, which burns […]

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Niantic sells Pokémon Go and entire gaming business to Scopely for $3.5 billion

Niantic has agreed to sell its gaming business, including hits like Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now, to Scopely for $3.5 billion. The move marks a major shift as Scopely, known for titles like Monopoly Go!, takes over […]

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Autonomous vehicle testing startup Applied Intuition in talks to raise funding at $15 billion valuation

Applied Intuition, a lesser-known player in autonomous vehicle testing, is reportedly in discussions with investors to raise capital at a $15 billion valuation—more than double its valuation from a year ago. The Information shared this update, citing a source with […]

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Google launches Gemma 3: A series of open-source AI models that runs on a single GPU or TPU

Google has launched Gemma 3, its latest series of open-source AI models, aiming to make AI development more efficient and accessible. The models come in four sizes: 1 billion, 4 billion, 12 billion, and 27 billion parameters—and are designed to […]

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Binance unveils fan-designed Pierre Gasly helmet with striking Melbourne mural and immersive AR experience

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is bringing fan creativity to the racetrack—literally. The crypto giant has unveiled Formula One driver Pierre Gasly’s new race helmet, featuring a fan-designed look and an interactive twist that merges art, tech, and community […]

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Northvolt, once a symbol of Europe’s electric car revolution, files for bankruptcy after $10 billion investment loss

In November, we reported on the shake-up at Northvolt after CEO and co-founder Peter Carlsson stepped down. Fast forward four months later, the Swedish electric vehicle battery maker has filed for bankruptcy in Sweden. Once seen as a key player […]

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