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FridayMay 09, 2025 9:00 am

Ford Reports Increased EV Sales, Dents its Losses

Ford Motor Company has started 2025 on a stronger note, showing signs of progress in its electric vehicle (EV) business. In the first quarter, the company’s Model e division, which focuses on electric cars, recorded a big jump in sales and a smaller financial loss compared to last year. According to the latest reports, Ford sold 31,000 electric vehicles between January and March 2025. That’s a 213% increase from the 10,000 units sold during the same period in 2024. Thanks to this growth, the company earned $1.2 billion in revenue from its EV division, a huge leap from just $0.1…

ThursdayMay 08, 2025 9:00 am

Small Rewards Could Shield Utility Grids from Surges Due to EV Charging

Electric vehicles (EVs) are crucial for cutting pollution and fighting climate change. But as more drivers switch to EVs, a new challenge arises: What happens if everyone charges their cars at the same time? A recent study suggests a simple solution; small financial rewards could prevent power grid overloads and keep energy flowing smoothly. When EV owners plug in during peak hours (like evenings when people cook, watch TV, or use lights), it strains power grids. If millions of EVs charge simultaneously, utilities might struggle to meet demand, risking blackouts or costly grid upgrades. The key is shifting charging to…

TuesdayMay 06, 2025 9:00 am

UK Proposes Laws to Regulate Crypto Exchanges

The United Kingdom has taken a major step toward overseeing the cryptocurrency industry by releasing a draft set of rules to guide how crypto exchanges and related businesses operate. These proposed laws aim to support innovation in finance while also making sure that people are protected from scams and dangerous companies. Over the past few years, the number of people in the UK using cryptocurrencies has grown quickly. In 2021, only about 4% of adults had used or held digital currencies. Today, that figure has climbed to 12%. With this rise, the government feels it’s necessary to create better safeguards…

FridayMay 02, 2025 9:00 am

5 Trends Redefining the Future of E-Commerce Fulfillment

The world of e-commerce is evolving faster than ever, and fulfillment, the backbone of every successful online transaction, is undergoing a transformation of its own. As customer expectations rise and technology continues to advance, businesses must adapt or risk falling behind. Here are five key trends that are not just reshaping how orders are processed and delivered but are redefining the entire e-commerce experience. Speed and Visibility Are Now Non-Negotiable Today’s shoppers don’t just want their orders fast, they expect them that way. The average expected delivery window has shrunk dramatically, dropping from 5.7 days to just 2.5 days in…

ThursdayMay 01, 2025 9:00 am

Dating Apps at a Crossroads as Users Turn Their Backs on Them

Dating apps have been a big part of modern love stories for years. But now, many people are starting to give up on them. From emotional burnout to safety concerns, dating online isn’t what it used to be. As a result, even the biggest dating platforms are seeing fewer users, and even less profit. Take Anne, a 31-year-old from Sydney. She deleted her dating apps after months of bad experiences. Between trying to buy a house and dealing with first dates that felt cold and rushed, Anne had enough. Dating started to feel more like a job interview than a…

TuesdayApr 29, 2025 9:00 am

Why Crypto PR Activity is Advisable During Downturns

When crypto prices fall, people often get scared. Investors pull back, and the excitement dies down. Many companies think it’s better to stay quiet until things get better. But in reality, keeping up with public relations (PR) during hard times is actually a smart move that can help them grow stronger. When the market is booming, it’s difficult for any project to stand out because the news is full of exciting announcements every day. But when things slow down, journalists look for new stories to cover. Since there are fewer headlines competing for attention, companies that continue sharing their progress…

FridayApr 25, 2025 11:15 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) and Japan Tobacco Complete Quantum AI Project Designed to Improve Drug Discovery Outcomes

D-Wave and Japan Tobacco’s pharmaceutical division completed a proof-of-concept project aimed at speeding up and improving the design of small molecule pharmaceuticals. D-Wave’s annealing quantum computer was used to train large language models within Japan Tobacco’s AI framework. The quantum-hybrid application outperformed classical methods in generating valid and drug-like molecules. Japan Tobacco plans to further pursue Quantum AI in molecular design following these early results. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the pharmaceutical division of Japan Tobacco Inc. (“JT”), have announced the successful completion of a proof-of-concept project applying quantum computing…

FridayApr 25, 2025 9:00 am

UN Report Says Illegal Crypto Mining is Fueling Cybercrime Syndicates

A new report by the United Nations has revealed a shocking trend; illegal cryptocurrency mining is now one of the main ways cybercrime syndicates are making money. This secret world of digital theft is not just about stealing identities or hacking bank accounts anymore. It has moved into the high-tech world of crypto, and it’s growing fast. Illegal crypto mining, also called cryptojacking, is when hackers use someone else’s computer or network without permission to mine cryptocurrency. They do this by secretly installing malware or software that runs in the background. The stolen computer power is then used to generate…

ThursdayApr 24, 2025 9:00 am

Economic Uncertainty Delays the Revival of Investment Banking

Investment banking was expected to make a strong comeback in early 2025. But instead, economic uncertainty and global market volatility slowed things down. Even though the five biggest U.S. banks: Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, Citigroup, and Bank of America made a total of $8.4 billion from investment banking in the first quarter, the numbers were not as high as they had hoped. According to David Solomon, the CEO of Goldman Sachs, the year began with big hopes for more deals. But because of unpredictable market conditions, those plans were delayed. The biggest blow came from rising trade tensions.…

TuesdayApr 22, 2025 10:30 am

Ford Otosan Deploys Vehicle Manufacturing Application Built with D-Wave Quantum Inc.’s (NYSE: QBTS) Technology

Ford Otosan has deployed into production a hybrid-quantum application to optimize production sequencing for its highly customizable Ford Transit vehicles. The application, developed with D-Wave’s annealing quantum computing technology, reduces scheduling time by over 80%. Ford Otosan is using the quantum optimization solution to help manage vehicle variability, labor constraints, and shop-floor dependencies more effectively than by using just classical computing approaches. D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services, announced that its technology is being deployed in a live manufacturing environment at Ford Otosan’s production facility in Turkey. The hybrid-quantum application is…

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