RobCo’s $100M Bet on Factory Brains
The physical AI robotics startup RobCo has secured a massive $100 million Series C round. The funding aims to fuel its U.S. expansion and push for fully autonomous factory operations.
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DOE Drops $800 Million to Kickstart Small Nuclear Reactor Builds
The U.S. government is putting serious money behind small modular nuclear reactors. Two $400 million grants aim to get new reactor projects moving, with a focus on proven “Gen III+” light-water designs to meet surging power demand from AI and manufacturing.
Intel’s Foundry Could Land Apple, Nvidia by 2028
Intel’s foundry ambitions might get a massive boost from two of the world’s biggest chip buyers. According to a new report, both Apple and Nvidia are considering outsourcing some production to Intel starting around 2028. This could signal a major shift in the semiconductor landscape.
Can Applied Materials Really Be The Next ASML?
Applied Materials’ stock has nearly tripled in six months, trading at a forward P/E of 34x. But Forbes argues it lacks the true monopoly power that justifies ASML’s sky-high valuation. Here’s why.
Samsung’s new laptop is a powerhouse, but it’s got some hot issues
Samsung’s Galaxy Book6 Ultra, featuring Intel’s new Panther Lake chip, promises nearly 20 hours of battery life and top-tier performance. However, it carries over some frustrating design quirks and can get uncomfortably hot under load. It’s expected to launch in early Spring 2026 for around $2,000.
Samsung’s 2025 Was a Record-Smashing, AI-Fueled Bonanza
Samsung Electronics just closed the books on a historic 2025. The company announced all-time high quarterly revenue and operating profit, with its memory chip division leading the charge thanks to the AI boom.
Astranis Books Another GEO Customer, But Questions Linger
Astranis has added Oman to its summer launch manifest with a new satellite for MB Group. The deal is part of a $200 million investment and will see the spacecraft fly with four others on a dedicated Falcon 9. But the company still hasn’t addressed known thruster issues from its last launch.
NASA Picks Three New Moon Science Experiments
NASA is sending three new scientific instruments to the Moon to gather critical data for future astronaut missions. The payloads will study lunar radiation, subsurface heat, and surface terrain using 3D thermal imaging. They will fly via commercial partners, not on the giant SLS or Starship rockets.
Europe Bets on Tin to Fix Perovskite Solar’s Lead Problem
A major European research consortium is tackling the lead toxicity issue in next-gen perovskite solar cells. The SMARTLINE-PV project is developing scalable, tin-based alternatives with a focus on new manufacturing and building integration.
Samsung’s Boss Warns Execs: Record $13.8B Profit Is “Last Chance”
Despite posting a record operating profit of $13.8 billion for Q4 2025, Samsung’s chairman is sounding the alarm. Lee Jae-yong told 2,000 executives this is the “last chance” for a real comeback, urging a focus on AI and talent.