There Will Be Fewer People Alive in 2100 Than Now, Experts Predict

This is a good thing, folks! Population Bob-omb A new report reevaluating the long-feared “population bomb” has found not only that such an explosion in birthrates is unlikely given our current trajectory, but also that the global population will likely peak within this century before falling. In a new study commissioned by the non-governmental organization… Continue reading There Will Be Fewer People Alive in 2100 Than Now, Experts Predict

Richard Branson Sacks 85% of Virgin Orbit

Ouch. Free Falling Virgin Orbit has announced that it will cut a total of 675 jobs — a staggering 85 percent of its workforce — in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing today. Earlier this year, Richard Branson’s satellite launch outfit failed to deliver its first satellites into orbit. The setback clearly has cost the… Continue reading Richard Branson Sacks 85% of Virgin Orbit

Machine Learning Expert Calls for Bombing Data Centers to Stop Rise of AI

One of the world’s loudest artificial intelligence critics has issued a stark call to not only put a pause on AI but to militantly put an end to it — before it ends us instead. In an op-ed for Time magazine, machine learning researcher Eliezer Yudkowsky, who has for more than two decades been warning about… Continue reading Machine Learning Expert Calls for Bombing Data Centers to Stop Rise of AI

Turning e-waste into e-wealth: An opportunity for the Indian EV ecosystem

The EV market in India is slated to continue at 90% CAGR at least until 2030. The Government of India as well as various state governments have taken several steps including introduction of financial benefits, schemes, subsidies, infrastructure development, and regulatory measures aimed at promoting the EV ecosystem in the country. It is truly remarkable… Continue reading Turning e-waste into e-wealth: An opportunity for the Indian EV ecosystem

Immediate action needed to unleash Europe’s Connected Car potential

Immediate action needed to unleash Europe’s Connected Car potential A unique and broad alliance of consumer groups, automotive suppliers, leasing and rental industries, aftermarket operators, vehicle dealers, authorised and independent workshops, data publishers, and insurers have joined forces to call on Commissioner Thierry Breton to urgently bring forward long-planned legislation on access to in-vehicle data,… Continue reading Immediate action needed to unleash Europe’s Connected Car potential

RENAULT GROUP: CONDITIONS FOR HOLDING THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MAY 11th, 2023 AND AVAILABILITY OF THE MEETING DOCUMENTS

CONDITIONS FOR HOLDING THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MAY 11th, 2023 AND AVAILABILITY OF THE MEETING DOCUMENTS Boulogne-Billancourt, March 31, 2023. The Combined General Meeting of Renault S.A. will be held at 3.00 p.m. on Thursday May 11, 2023, at La Seine Musicale Île Seguin – 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt. Shareholders are invited to regularly consult the… Continue reading RENAULT GROUP: CONDITIONS FOR HOLDING THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MAY 11th, 2023 AND AVAILABILITY OF THE MEETING DOCUMENTS

Global Electric Vehicle Testing, Inspection, and Certification Markets, 2022-2031: Emerging Opportunities as Countries Mandate Periodic Technical Inspections (PTI) of Electric Vehicles

DUBLIN, March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The “Electric Vehicle Testing, Inspection, and Certification Market – A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Application, Product, and Country-Level Analysis – Analysis and Forecast, 2022-2031” report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The electric vehicle testing, inspection, and certification market is projected to reach $4,038.2 million by 2031… Continue reading Global Electric Vehicle Testing, Inspection, and Certification Markets, 2022-2031: Emerging Opportunities as Countries Mandate Periodic Technical Inspections (PTI) of Electric Vehicles

Chinese companies scramble for US listings ahead of new rulesSeven Chinese firms have launched public offerings in March to raise a combined $82m.

The number of U.S. IPOs by Chinese firms jumped in March, as some of them rushed to set up offshore listings before rules take effect that will complicate the process, though with markets jittery, several met with a tepid response. Seven Chinese firms including Chanson International and Hongli Group have launched public offerings in March to raise a combined $82.3 million, compared with just four… Continue reading Chinese companies scramble for US listings ahead of new rulesSeven Chinese firms have launched public offerings in March to raise a combined $82m.

Consortium led by TPG’s The Rise Fund, Hong Leong Group completes IMU acquisitionThe transaction, according to the filing, was completed for about $31…

A consortium jointly led by TPG’s The Rise Fund and conglomerate Hong Leong Group has completed the acquisition of Kuala Lumpur’s International Medical University (IMU), according to a Bursa Malaysia filing on Friday. Malaysia’s Ministry of Higher Education had earlier this month given its nod for the transaction. The transaction, according to the filing, was… Continue reading Consortium led by TPG’s The Rise Fund, Hong Leong Group completes IMU acquisitionThe transaction, according to the filing, was completed for about $31…

Google-backed Dunzo said to near fresh funding of $50m

Hyperlocal delivery startup Dunzo is in late-stage discussions to secure about $50 million in a new financing round, TechCrunch reported on Friday, citing two sources familiar with the matter. Dunzo’s fundraising talks come as the company actively carves out expansion plans in the rapidly growing quick commerce space. Earlier this year, The Economic Times reported… Continue reading Google-backed Dunzo said to near fresh funding of $50m