Citing Chinese news sources, CNN Business is reporting that BYD plans to begin supplying LFP batteries to Tesla “very soon.” Lian Yubo, BYD’s executive vice president, said this week in an interview with CGTN, “BYD respects Tesla, and we also admire Tesla. We are now good friends with Elon Musk, and we are going to… Continue reading Clean Technica: BYD To Supply LFP Batteries To Tesla, Sakuu Announces 3C Lithium Metal Battery002024
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Professors Warn That Creeps Might Start Stealing DNA From Celebs For Dark Purposes
Image by Getty Images The notoriously murky waters of DNA ethics are about to get even murkier. In an essay for The Conversation, law professors from Georgia State University and the University of Maryland argue that “genetic paparazzi” could soon be coming after the DNA of public figures, including celebrities and politicians. That could throw… Continue reading Professors Warn That Creeps Might Start Stealing DNA From Celebs For Dark Purposes
Elon Musk Alarmed by Tesla Feature That Spikes CO2 Levels Inside Vehicle
What is going on with Tesla? Air Metal Turns out that a Tesla feature could have a concerning design flaw that increases carbon dioxide levels for passengers. In response to a promotional clip posted by Tesla on Sunday, one customer said the company’s recirculation feature, which makes use of air already in the cabin, causes spikes… Continue reading Elon Musk Alarmed by Tesla Feature That Spikes CO2 Levels Inside Vehicle
Best Wireless Surround-Sound Systems in 2022
The best wireless surround-sound systems allow you to enjoy the full home-theater experience without having to string speaker wire around your room. Instead, each speaker connects to a central hub — sometimes this is a soundbar — which is plugged into your TV. Wireless surround-sound systems are a good fit if you want a clutter-free… Continue reading Best Wireless Surround-Sound Systems in 2022
What Would a Novavax Covid-19 Vaccine Mean in the US?
A committee of independent, expert advisers for the Food and Drug Administration voted overwhelmingly to authorize the two-dose Novavax Covid-19 vaccine yesterday, with 21 of 22 committee members voting in favor of the vaccine and one member abstaining. The endorsement is only for a two-dose primary series in adults, not for boosters. The FDA is… Continue reading What Would a Novavax Covid-19 Vaccine Mean in the US?
Capcom is using Stadia tech for a web-based ‘Resident Evil Village’ demo
Starting today, you can stream a free demo of Resident Evil Village from Capcom’s website, with no need for a fancy gaming PC, Xbox or PlayStation. The demo is similar to one that’s available on other platforms, which allows players to explore parts of the village and castle. This appetizer for one of last year’s biggest-selling… Continue reading Capcom is using Stadia tech for a web-based ‘Resident Evil Village’ demo
Facebook’s algorithm change in 2018 benefitted Republican groups, researchers say
A 2018 change in Facebook’s algorithm resulted in significant boosts in engagement for local Republican groups even though their Democratic counterparts posted more often, according to newly published research. The findings, first reported by NBC News, line up with one of the major revelations of the Facebook Papers. Namely, that a change meant to emphasize… Continue reading Facebook’s algorithm change in 2018 benefitted Republican groups, researchers say
Apple created a subsidiary to handle Pay Later loans
When its Pay Later service launches alongside iOS 16 later this year, Apple plans to handle lending decisions on its own. According to Bloomberg, the tech giant has established a subsidiary called Apple Financing to conduct credit checks and customer approvals. The new firm will operate separately from Apple, but it has obtained the necessary state… Continue reading Apple created a subsidiary to handle Pay Later loans
Scientists 3D-print a functional piece of a heart
Researchers have 3D-printed hearts using silicone and even a patient’s own cells, but they haven’t matched the full functionality of the real thing and aren’t much good for repairing hearts. There’s some progress on that front, however, as a team at Harvard’s Wyss Institute has developed a technique for 3D-printing long cardiac macrofilaments that develop… Continue reading Scientists 3D-print a functional piece of a heart
Shields Health Care hack may have exposed data for 2 million people
Shields Health Care Group, a Massachusetts-based company involved with imaging and health management services, has announced a major hack that could have exposed sensitive information for up to two million people. The company learned of the attack on March 28th, and after an investigation it found that a malicious actor had access to some of… Continue reading Shields Health Care hack may have exposed data for 2 million people