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High-Tech Partnership Invests $500 Billion in AI
President Donald Trump on Tuesday talked up a joint venture investing up to $500 billion for infrastructure tied to artificial intelligence by a new partnership formed by Sam Altman of OpenAI, Larry Ellison of Oracle, and Masayoshi Son of SoftBank.
AI-Driven Electronics Design by N. Mughees
The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) for designing and manufacturing electronic circuits is changing the game by making it possible to develop modern, high-quality products. Electronics manufacturers are improving efficiency of their products by leveraging AI tools throughout the
Global Electric Vehicle Sales Up 25% in Record 2024 by Alessandro Parodib
Global sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles were up 25% to more than 17 million units in 2024, driven by strong performance in China and a stabilized European market, according to research outfit Rho Motion. China saw a 36.5%
Deals on Leases Drive EV Market by Christopher Otts
Toyota Motor’s only electric vehicle widely on sale in the U.S. starts at about $37,000. But practically nobody plunks down that much for the mid size SUV, named bZ4X. “Almost everyone leases the car,” Toyota U.S. sales chief David Christ
Passenger Screening: Reimagining Imaging at the Airport
In 2024, TSA screened three million people in a single day for the very first time. With unprecedented numbers of travelers passing through airports, S&T is focused on improving the airport experience of the future so passengers can move to their
Constellation Energy Awarded More Than $1B in Government Contracts
Constellation Energy signed two contracts awarded by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) worth more than $1 billion. The contracts are to supply power to more than 13 government agencies and perform energy savings and conservation measures at five GSA-owned
2025’s Energy Crossroads: 6 Trends Redefining the Global Power Sector
The report prominently highlights new uncertainties embedded in volatile shifts in power demand and supply dynamics, an ever-more urgent need for grid modernization, and the growing precariousness of supply chains amid geopolitical tensions. Electricity Demand Is Set to Skyrocket. Can
Why Amazon, Microsoft, Google and Meta Are Investing in Nuclear Power
Tech leaders are exploring nuclear power as a solution to the massive energy needs of their data centers, sustainability challenges, and the growing demands of their AI initiatives. SMRs, a new type of nuclear reactor, are gaining attention for their
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LEDs Gain Ground in Controlled Environment Agriculture Space by Tim Kridel
Key Takeaways LED lighting has shifted from niche to mainstream in controlled environment agriculture, driven by improved spectrum, output, and cost reductions. Energy efficiency of LEDs allows growers to achieve higher light levels with less power, enabling cost savings and increased crop productivity, especially in high-value sectors like cannabis. Dynamic
The Rise of Supply Chains That Adapt by Professor Jeannette Song
Professor Song explains how AI is turning supply chains from rigid workflows into adaptive, decision-making systems. When you click “buy now” on online stores, recommendations appear, warehouses spring into action, and packages begin their journey to your door. Behind that seamless experience is a fundamental transformation. Supply chains, once governed
Design Research Looks at How Lighting Affects Mood by Jim Romeo
A 2026 study published in The Journal of the Illuminating Engineering Society is adding a new layer to the conversation about lighting design—one that electrical contractors and electricians working in commercial environments may want to pay close attention to. The research explored whether lighting conditions influence people’s self-reported mood, perception and health symptoms. Twenty-eight
