The economics of renewable energy have flipped. According to new data, it’s now dramatically cheaper to generate power from sun and wind than from fossil fuels. But integrating all that variable power is creating a whole new set of challenges for the grid.
Two of China’s biggest solar manufacturers, JA Solar and Chint New Energy, have agreed to settle all patent lawsuits worldwide. The deal includes a cross-licensing agreement for key TOPCon cell technology, highlighting a strategic pivot during an industry crisis.
ChatGPT launched three years ago and immediately transformed the tech landscape. The AI boom created massive stock market winners while leaving many wondering if we’re in a bubble that could burst.
Researchers analyzing Perseverance rover recordings believe they’ve detected electrical discharges on Mars. The crackling sounds occurred during dust storms and dust devils, marking a potential breakthrough in understanding Martian weather.
Google’s CEO says AI coding tools are enabling HR staff, accountants and other non-engineers to build working applications. This “vibe coding” trend is showing up inside Google and other tech giants as natural language replaces traditional programming skills for prototyping.
Tim Wu argues modern capitalism has shifted from creating good products to extracting value from customers. The Columbia professor says this explains the widespread “economic resentment” and feeling that things we like keep getting worse.
An Amazon data center in Morrow County, Oregon is being linked to a cluster of rare cancers and health conditions. Residents report miscarriages, kidney failures, and voice box cancers in a community where 68 of 70 wells tested violated federal nitrate limits.
Materials scientists at Penn State have developed seven new high-entropy oxide ceramics by precisely controlling oxygen levels during synthesis. The breakthrough combines thermodynamic principles with machine learning to stabilize previously impossible material combinations. These new ceramics could
Google’s leadership expert Brian Glaser reveals why managers struggle with delivering critical feedback. The pursuit of being liked often comes at the cost of team growth and respect.
Companies are increasingly citing AI as the reason behind workforce reductions. MIT research shows AI can already replace nearly 12% of US jobs, with tech roles expected to double by 2030 despite overall workforce shrinkage.
