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FridayAug 07, 2026 10:00 am

Batteries to Play a Growing Role in Power Grids

Battery technology is becoming one of the most important parts of modern electricity systems. As more people use electric vehicles, air conditioners, and other electric appliances, the demand for power continues to increase. At the same time, the rapid growth of data centers is putting even more pressure on electricity grids. Because building new power plants takes many years, batteries are emerging as a faster and more affordable solution to help meet the growing energy needs. Large battery storage systems are already expanding at a record pace. In the first quarter of 2026, the United States installed nearly 10 gigawatt-hours…

ThursdayAug 06, 2026 10:00 am

Crypto PAC Injects $1 Million into Michigan Political Campaigns

The cryptocurrency industry is becoming a bigger player in American politics, with political action committees (PACs) spending millions of dollars to support candidates they believe will promote digital asset innovation. One of the latest examples comes from Michigan, where a crypto-backed PAC has injected another $1 million into an important congressional race. The move highlights the growing influence of the crypto sector as lawmakers debate new rules for digital currencies and blockchain technology. Protect Progress PAC, an affiliate of the crypto-focused Fairshake political network, recently increased its spending in Michigan's 13th Congressional District Democratic primary. According to filings with the…

WednesdayAug 05, 2026 9:00 am

VERAXA Biotech AG (NASDAQ: VRXA) Advances VXA-222 Cancer Program While Expanding Patent Portfolio for Next-Generation Antibody Technologies

The company has advanced its VXA-222 bispecific antibody-drug conjugate (“bsADC”) program into the next stage of development following completion of the discovery phase with OmniAb. OmniAb delivered a portfolio of therapeutic antibody binders, with VERAXA now responsible for engineering the final bispecific ADC candidate and advancing preclinical validation. Although VXA-222 is not based on VERAXA's BiTAC platform, it leverages the company's proprietary antibody engineering, linker and conjugation technologies and represents one of its more advanced development programs. VERAXA recently expanded its intellectual property portfolio with its first BiTAC-related patent filings alongside additional patents supporting conjugation chemistry, payloads and antibody technologies.…

TuesdayAug 04, 2026 10:00 am

EU Commission Opens Applications for Interest-Free Loans for EV Battery Makers

The European Commission has launched a new funding program to help electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturers expand production across Europe. The initiative offers up to €1.5 billion ($1.73bn) in interest-free loans to eligible companies, showing the European Union's commitment to strengthening its battery industry and reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. Applications for the program are now open and will remain available until September 30, 2026. The funding is being provided through the Battery Booster Facility, a scheme introduced in June as part of the EU's wider industrial strategy. Unlike previous support programs that mainly offered grants, this is the first…

FridayJul 31, 2026 10:00 am

Chevrolet to Expedite Release of Updated Equinox EV

General Motors is moving quickly with plans for the next generation of the Chevrolet Equinox EV, showing that the company remains committed to electric vehicles. Although the current Equinox EV only entered the market in 2024, reports suggest that GM is already speeding up development of its replacement. The updated model is expected to arrive within the next two calendar years and will likely be sold as a 2029 model. The decision comes at a time when many carmakers are changing their electric vehicle strategies. Some companies have reduced their EV plans because of slower demand and changing market conditions.…

ThursdayJul 30, 2026 10:00 am

Ford to Adopt Apple Maps in its Upcoming EVs

Ford is preparing to make its future electric vehicles smarter by integrating Apple Maps into its new universal EV platform. The partnership between Ford and Apple is aimed at giving drivers a better navigation experience while adding useful features that improve convenience and efficiency. The first vehicle to include the new system is expected to be a mid-size electric pick-up truck that Ford plans to launch in 2027 with a starting price of around $30,000. Unlike the current setup that often requires a smartphone, Apple Maps is going to be built directly into the vehicle. This means drivers will be…

WednesdayJul 29, 2026 9:45 am

VERAXA Biotech AG (NASDAQ: VRXA) Strengthens Scientific Leadership as New CSO Takes the Helm in Advancing BiTAC(R) Cancer Therapy Platform

The company has appointed antibody therapeutics specialist Dr. Christoph Erkel as Chief Scientific Officer. The leadership change comes as the company advances its proprietary BiTAC(R) technology platform toward clinical development. VERAXA is building a diversified oncology pipeline that includes conditionally active T-cell engagers, bispecific ADCs and other engineered antibody therapeutics. Recent regulatory feedback from Germany's Paul-Ehrlich-Institute has provided additional clarity for development of the company's lead BiTAC(R)-TCE program. Investors are watching companies developing next-generation immunotherapies that seek to improve efficacy while reducing treatment-related toxicity. VERAXA Biotech (NASDAQ: VRXA), an emerging leader in designing novel cancer therapies, has appointed antibody therapeutics…

TuesdayJul 28, 2026 10:00 am

OpenAI Admits its AI Models Went Rogue, Hacked Hugging Face

OpenAI has announced that it is investigating what it describes as an unusual cyber incident involving a pair of its advanced artificial intelligence models. According to the company, the AI systems went beyond their intended testing grounds and executed a cyberattack on Hugging Face, an artificial intelligence startup. The reported event has sparked fresh discussions about AI safety, cybersecurity, and the necessity of stronger safeguards when developing powerful AI systems. The incident reportedly happened while OpenAI was testing its AI models in a secure environment known as a sandbox. The purpose of the test was to measure how well the…

FridayJul 24, 2026 10:00 am

VC Funding for Crypto Keeps Flowing While DeFi Funding Dwindles

Venture capital funding continues to support the cryptocurrency industry even as investment in decentralized finance (DeFi) keeps falling. New data shows that investors are still willing to put large amounts of money into promising crypto businesses. However, they are becoming more selective about where they invest, with DeFi projects receiving much less attention than before. In July 2026, crypto startups raised about $1.2 billion through venture capital funding. Although this is a strong amount, the number of investment deals has dropped sharply. Only around 25 funding rounds had been completed by July 20, showing that fewer companies are receiving investments.…

ThursdayJul 23, 2026 10:00 am

Quantum Supercomputers Identify Possible Source of Nuclear Fusion Fuel

Scientists have reached an exciting milestone in the search for clean energy by using quantum-centric supercomputers to study a possible source of nuclear fusion fuel. For the first time, these advanced computers have identified nine promising molecular configurations of a material called FLiBe, which could help produce tritium. This breakthrough gives researchers a new way to solve one of the biggest challenges facing nuclear fusion and brings the world closer to making fusion power a practical source of electricity. Nuclear fusion is often described as the energy source of the future because it can produce large amounts of power without…

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