TECHNOLOGY

Future of public transport India - Electric buses
The dependence of most of the population on public transport is likely to continue, despite the fact that India has a lower ratio of cars per 1,000 people than developed countries such as the USA, UK, and Australia.

"Destiny 2" Should End Its Four-Month Season Of The Lost Break Tomorrow
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Tesla surpasses all other manufacturers to triple new electric vehicle sales in Australia
The Model 3 by the US-based company is almost as popular in Australia as any other electric car in 2021.

Robots -- Yes, robots! -- will serve dinner at the Beijing Olympics
Robotic overlords are welcomed by athletes, journalists, and spectators alike.

SpaceX launches 105 small satellites in orbit and nails rocket landing
SpaceX's second rocket of 2014 was successfully launched Thursday morning (January 13). One of its veteran boosters carried small satellites to orbit and returned to Earth.

Planswell Reduces Financial Planning Software Fees
There has been much attention paid to the rising student debt burden in the United States, but far less has been given to the best ways that individuals can pay down their college debt.

Electric truck maker Rivian, backed by Amazon, goes public
SILVER SPRING (Md. -- Rivian Automotive shares will trade publicly Wednesday. This should give the world a better understanding of how enthusiastic investors are about electric vehicles.

Maryland congressman deactivates Facebook account
ANNAPOLIS (Md.) -- A Maryland congressman announced Wednesday he had deactivated his official campaign and congressional Facebook accounts. He hopes that Congress and their parent company will make significant reforms to safeguard children's health and democratic principles.

Iran’s president says cyberattack meant to create ‘disorder’
DUBAI (UAE) -- Iran's President said Wednesday that a cyberattack that paralyzed all gas stations in the Islamic Republic caused "people to be angry by creating disorder" as long lines still surrounded the pumps a day later.

EU investigates Nvidia’s purchase of chip designer Arm
LONDON , Wednesday's investigation by the European Union into Nvidia's purchase of Arm, a designer of graphics chips, was initiated over concerns that it might limit competition. This is in addition to the global scrutiny of this deal.

Florida judge sends Trump suit against Twitter to California
ST. PETERSBURG (Fla.) -- The lawsuit by former President Donald Trump to have his Twitter account reinstated must be heard in a California Court, not a Florida court. This is under a user agreement that covers everyone using the social media platform. A federal judge ruled.

Twitter posts Q3 net loss due to lawsuit settlement
Twitter reported a net loss Tuesday mainly due to a litigation settlement. However, its revenue rose sharply during the third quarter thanks to solid ad sales across the globe.

Visa’s profits jump as credit, debit card spending recovers
NEW YORK, -- After the pandemic, consumers and businesses are returning to credit and debit card spending. This drove Visa Inc.'s most recent quarter of profit growth.

Google ads gain fuels profit for parent company Alphabet
The continued rise in digital advertising spending at Google drove Google's parent company's profit to increase 68% in the third quarter.

Microsoft profit up 24% in quarter, driven by cloud growth
REDMOND (Wash.) -- Microsoft's cloud computing business saw a 24% increase in profit in the quarter ended July-September compared to the same period last year.

Trump could get big ‘bonus’ shares in new social media firm
NEW YORK, -- Donald Trump’s social media company will receive tens to millions in bonus shares in a new publicly listed entity if it performs, giving the former president potentially billions in paper wealth based upon current stock prices. According to a Tuesday filing with security regulators.

Gulf Arab states, squeezed by climate change, still tout oil
RIYADH , -- The global energy transition has never been more complicated than on the Arabian Peninsula. There, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf monarchies find themselves in two dire climate change scenarios that could threaten their existence.

India’s top court probes spying charges against government
NEW DELHI , India's highest court has established a committee to investigate allegations that Prime Minister Narendra Modi used Israeli-grade spyware for monitoring political opponents and journalists.

Amazon stumbles on slower sales growth, higher labor costs
NEW YORK, - Amazon isn’t just addressing pandemic-induced shopping splurges. Amazon, an online retailer giant, is also dealing with rising costs due to its inability to navigate a tight supply chain and labor shortages.

Ransomware gang says it targeted National Rifle Association
RICHMOND (VA) -- An alleged ransomware gang operating out of Russia claims it has hacked the National Rifle Association. This is the largest gun-rights organization in the United States.

China tightens control over company data with transfer rules
BEIJING , -- Under proposed rules Friday, companies in China would need to obtain government approval before they can transfer sensitive data overseas. These regulations would tighten Beijing’s control over information and could disrupt international corporate operations.

Israel, touting technology, aims for zero emissions by 2050
JERUSALEM,-- Israel announced Friday that it hopes to achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Thousands of protestors gathered in Tel Aviv to call for action ahead of the U.N. climate summit next week.

Engineers call for more inspections after condo collapse
MIAMI — The state of Florida should consider requiring high-rise buildings near the coast to undergo safety inspections every 20 years, according to a coalition of engineers and architects that formed after a Miami-area condominium collapsed in June, killing 98 people.

Nokia 3Q profit beats expectations despite chip shortage
HELSINKI, Finland -- Nokia, a maker of wireless and fixed-network equipment, reported Thursday a third quarter profit that exceeded analyst expectations. The company said it increased sales of 5G technology and trimmed expenses. However the company cautioned that the market outlook was cloudy due to a global shortage of semiconductors and could hinder growth.

Skypod firm in UAE tied to investment company flagged abroad
SHARJAH (UAE) -- A small four-seat pod hovers above Sharjah's test track. This futuristic transit solution was promoted by a Belarusian company that hopes to secure future contracts.

Facebook exec pushes back on whistleblower claims
Monika Bickert is Facebook's global policy manager. She claims that safety and engagement are not priorities. Frances Haugen, a whistleblower who testified in the Senate that Facebook's systems are causing harm to vulnerable people and has not made any significant changes to stop it, said this contradicts Bickert's global policy management head Monika Bickert. Haugen claims that the platform was designed to exploit negative emotions in order to keep users on it.

Asian shares pull back, chilled by decline on Wall Street
After a Wall Street retreat, Asian shares tumbled Thursday as banks and healthcare companies pulled the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 back from record highs.

Samsung reports robust profit thanks to chip demand
SEOUL, South Korea , Samsung Electronics reported Thursday its highest quarterly profit for three years. This is despite continuing strong global demand for its computer memory chip.

Ford, GM profits fall as sales drop due to chip shortage
DETROIT , -- Global computer chip shortages have impacted third quarter profits at Ford and its crosstown rival General Motors. Both companies had to temporarily close their factories in order to get supplies for dealer lots.

Gen. Milley calls Chinese weapon test ‘very concerning’
WASHINGTON , -- China conducted a "very concerning test" of a hypersonic weapon in its aggressive move in space and military technology, according to a top U.S. military official.

Facebook froze as anti-vaccine comments swarmed users
WASHINGTON , March saw claims about the dangers of coronavirus vaccines spreading across social media. This undermined efforts to stop the virus' spread. Some Facebook employees believed they had found a solution.

Huawei sales off 32% after US sanctions, smartphone sale
BEIJING, -- Chinese tech giant Huawei saw its sales drop 32% in the first nine months 2021 due to U.S. sanctions. This was in part because of the sale of the Honor smartphone brand. According to data released Friday.

Facebook grilled by UK lawmakers making online safety rules
LONDON , -- British lawmakers quizzed Facebook Thursday about its online safety practices as European countries try to limit the influence of social media companies.

US companies announce plans for gene-edited strawberries
BOISE - An Idaho company has reached an agreement to help a California-based plant breeding firm grow strawberries. They claim that the plants will keep fresher for longer periods of time and last longer.

EXPLAINER: What is the metaverse and how will it work?
"Metaverse" is the latest buzzword in tech. One of the most well-known platforms on the internet is rebranding to show its acceptance of this futuristic idea.

Apple’s strong quarter suffers $6B blow from supply shortage
SAN RAMON (Calif.) -- Apple's iPhone sales rose again in the last quarter but did not grow as fast as analysts expected. This was due to supply shortages which have made it harder to meet demand for a wide variety of products.

Adobe Max 2021: Photoshop will soon be available in web browsers. This includes new tools for authenticating content
You can find all the latest updates from Adobe's Max conference, including Creative Cloud Spaces and Photoshop, Illustrator, and many other features.

Live coverage of the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 presentation
Chevrolet is set to unveil the Corvette Z06 in its big day.

Bitcoin tops $66,000, sets record as crypto goes mainstream
NEW YORK, -- Bitcoin surged to $66,000 on Wednesday. This was due to excitement over how the financial institution is acceptingthe rise of the digital currency.

Tesla hits record profit despite parts shortage, ship delays
DETROIT, Tesla Inc. posted record sales of electric vehicles last summer, despite a shortage in computer chips and other materials. This resulted in the company's largest quarterly net earnings ever.

Netflix posts higher 3Q earnings, solid subscriber growth
Netflix reported sharply increased third-quarter earnings Tuesday due to a stronger slate, which includes "Squid Game," a South Korean survival drama that Netflix claims was its largest-ever TV series.

Senator asks Facebook CEO to testify on Instagram and kids
WASHINGTON -- A senator is asking Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg for testimony before a panel. The panel has already heard extensive criticisms from a former employee.

China set to send 3 astronauts on longest crewed mission yet
BEIJING , China will send three astronauts to its space station to live for six months. This is a significant milestone in a program that has been moving at a rapid pace over recent years.

Nippon Steel sues Japan business partner Toyota over patent
TOKYO , Nippon Steel Corp. sued Toyota Motor Corp. for a patent covering a technology used to make electric motors. This rare instance of legal wrangling among Japan's top steelmaker, and top automaker over intellectual properties is not common.

Liberty University extends NASCAR sponsorship through 2026
CHARLOTTE -- Liberty University has extended its sponsorship of William Byron for five years with Hendrick Motorsports

‘As seen on TikTok’ is the new ‘As seen on TV’
NEW YORK , Fruit-shaped soft jelly candies have been spotted in a New York candy shop near the Sour Patch Kids and Twizzlers. They were virally popularized on TikTok.