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TuesdayOct 20, 2026 10:00 am

Chicago Prepares to Introduce Battery-Powered Commuter Trains

Chicago is preparing to make its commuter rail services cleaner with the introduction of battery-electric trains. Metra, the regional railroad serving the city and surrounding areas, has ordered eight new trainsets from Swiss manufacturer Stadler. The first trains are expected to begin carrying passengers by 2028. Unlike traditional diesel trains, the new trains will run on electricity stored in onboard lithium-ion batteries. This will allow Metra to operate passenger services without installing overhead electric wires along the railway line. The approach could help the agency reduce pollution while avoiding the high cost of upgrading existing railway infrastructure. The trains will…

TuesdayOct 20, 2026 9:00 am

VERAXA Biotech AG (NASDAQ: VRXA) Expands Human-Relevant Testing Strategy to Advance Antibody-Based Cancer Pipeline

VERAXA is implementing FDA-aligned New Approach Methodologies (“NAMs”) across its preclinical research programs, aiming to improve the relevance of experimental findings to human biology while reducing animal testing. The strategy supports development of the company’s BiTAC(R) T-cell engagers, BiTAC-based antibody-drug conjugates and bispecific antibody-drug conjugates for the treatment of cancer. New three-dimensional spheroid data reportedly reinforce the ability of VERAXA’s models to assess the dual-target specificity of its lead T-cell engager candidates. An ex vivo study involving 10 low-passage patient-derived xenograft models of non-small cell lung cancer required about 10 mice, compared with an estimated 200 or more for comparable…

FridayOct 16, 2026 10:00 am

French Parliamentarians Propose Exit Tax for Crypto Owners

France could introduce new tax rules for cryptocurrency owners who plan to move abroad. The proposed changes would target wealthy investors and extend the country’s existing exit tax to digital assets such as Bitcoin. If approved, the rules could require some individuals to pay tax on gains that have accrued but have not yet been realized through a sale. France already has an exit tax system that applies to certain investments, including shares, held by people who leave the country. The existing rules generally cover individuals with qualifying investments worth more than €800,000 ($897,420). The aim is to prevent wealthy…

ThursdayOct 15, 2026 10:00 am

Record Gasoline Prices are Convincing More Americans to Buy Used EVs

Gasoline prices in the United States have climbed sharply, and many drivers are looking for ways to cut their monthly transport costs. One surprising result is the growing interest in used electric vehicles. While new EV sales have weakened after the removal of federal tax credits, secondhand electric cars are becoming more attractive to buyers who want lower fuel expenses without paying the high price of a new vehicle. For many families, the decision is no longer mainly about climate change or new technology. It is about everyday money. When a gallon of gasoline costs more than four dollars, driving…

TuesdayOct 13, 2026 10:00 am

Jaguar Launches its First EV in the US

Jaguar has introduced its first fully electric vehicle in the United States, marking an important change for the British luxury carmaker. The new model, called the Jaguar Type 01, was presented in New York as part of the company’s plan to create a new identity and attract wealthy customers who value technology, design and performance. The Type 01 is a four-door electric grand tourer with a starting price of $130,500 in America. Its cost places it firmly in the luxury market and makes the United States an important test for Jaguar. The company is betting that rich American buyers will…

FridayOct 09, 2026 10:00 am

Innovation Could Help EV Makers Attract Ordinary Motorists

Electric vehicles have moved far beyond their early reputation as slow, impractical experiments, yet many ordinary drivers still hesitate to make the switch. The next stage of EV growth will not come primarily from persuading people who already believe in electrification. It will come from designing vehicles that fit naturally into the routines, budgets, and expectations of mainstream motorists. For most drivers, the decision to buy a car is practical rather than ideological. They compare purchase price, monthly payments, fuel or energy costs, reliability, cargo space, safety, and the ease of daily use. An electric car must therefore compete as…

ThursdayOct 08, 2026 10:00 am

Brazilian Polls Could Trigger Overhaul of Country’s Crypto Laws

Brazil is at a turning point for digital assets. After a tight presidential race, the country’s next government could reshape how cryptocurrencies are regulated, taxed, and used by millions of people. The election has drawn global attention not only because of Brazil’s size, but also because it has become one of the most active crypto markets in the world. Recent data placed Brazil at the top of a major global adoption index, with hundreds of billions of dollars in activity flowing through exchanges, wallets, and peer-to-peer networks. That scale means any policy shift will have real consequences for users, businesses,…

TuesdayOct 06, 2026 10:00 am

Ecommerce is Expected to Record 5% Growth in Europe

Europe’s online shopping market is still growing, but not as fast as before. According to the latest European E-commerce Report 2026, ecommerce sales across the continent are forecast to rise by 5% in 2026, reaching €961 billion ($1.07 trillion). This marks a slowdown from the 7% growth seen in 2025, when online consumer spending hit €911 billion ($1.02 trillion). The figures come from a joint report by Ecommerce Europe and EuroCommerce, two leading industry groups that track online retail across 38 European countries. While 5% growth may sound modest, it reflects a market that is becoming more mature. After years…

MondayOct 05, 2026 9:00 am

BOXABL Inc. (NASDAQ: BXBL) Adds Former EY Audit Partner Timothy Goldsmith to Board as Audit Committee Chair

PAID ADVERTISEMENT. This article is a paid advertisement for BOXABL Inc. (Nasdaq: BXBL), distributed by NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”), a division of InvestorBrandNetwork (“IBN”). IBN has been compensated for advertising and digital media services related to BOXABL Inc. Readers should review the full disclaimer at the foot of this article before making any investment decision. Goldsmith spent nearly 21 years at EY, including serving as an audit partner from 2018 to 2026, covering oversight of more than 20 public and private company audits, SEC reporting, and financial controls. He will also join BOXABL’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, while outgoing Audit Committee…

FridayOct 02, 2026 10:00 am

Bill Gates Calls AI Development Minus Regulation “Completely Irresponsible”

Bill Gates is sounding a clear alarm about artificial intelligence. In recent interviews, the Microsoft co-founder said it is completely irresponsible to let powerful AI systems grow without rules, outside checks, and real monitoring by governments. He believes the technology has moved so fast that voluntary promises from companies are no longer enough to keep people safe. Gates warned that AI is now strong enough to help cause events that could kill a billion people if it falls into the wrong hands. He is not saying this will definitely happen, but he says the risk is real and unlike past…

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