BMW to buy cobalt direct from Australia, Morocco for EV batteries
German carmaker BMW will buy cobalt, a key component for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, directly from mines in Australia and Morocco to ensure they are not produced by child labor, an executive said on Tuesday......»»
Overstock’s tZERO to Develop a Cobalt-Backed Token for Hong Kong Investor
The engagement could lead to the tokenization of up to $200 million worth of cobalt, which is used to make electric vehicle batteries, in 2019......»»
Exclusive: Tesla in talks with China"s Lishen over Shanghai battery contract - sources
Tesla Inc has signed a preliminary agreement with China's Tianjin Lishen to supply batteries for its new Shanghai car factory, as it aims to cut its reliance on Japan's Panasonic , two sources with direct knowledge of the matter said......»»
Exclusive: Tesla holds battery supply talks with China"s Lishen
U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla Inc has held talks with China's Tianjin Lishen to supply batteries for its new Shanghai factory, and two people with direct knowledge of the matter said the pair signed a preliminary agreement......»»
How Apple"s Arch Rivals Meta And Google Are Revamping Their Plans To Take On The Might Of iPhone And Vision Pro
Mark Gurman said that Meta's decision to open up its virtual reality operating system to all headset manufacturers can be seen as a direct challenge to Apple's closed ecosystem. read more.....»»
Stan Silverman: Don’t hire people who lack good critical judgment
Guest columnist Stan Silverman writes why leaders should celebrate direct reports who violate the rules when it makes sense......»»
Sacha Baron Cohen"s team says redacted versions of Rebel Wilson"s memoir are "clear victory" following harassment allegations
The UK, Australia, and New Zealand versions of Rebel Wilson's memoir, "Rebel Rising," hav.....»»
A millennial couple spent less than $4,000 on an intimate destination wedding in Morocco. Here"s how they pulled it off.
Destination weddings can cost upwards of $42,000, but a UK-based couple cut costs to a fraction of that by booking a wedding venue on Airbnb. Almaz Burgess and her husband hosted a 28-guest .....»»
I"ve lived in Australia for years. Don"t make these 8 mistakes when you visit — especially if you"re an American like me.
I moved from the United States to Australia years ago. I learned the things you should never do in Australia if you don't want to look like a tourist. Australia has many norms I never saw in the United States. Ja.....»»
Elon Musk Take Fight For Free Speech Abroad, Feuds With Australia And Brazil Over Content Restriction
Elon Musk's acquisition of X sparks global debate as clashes with Brazil and Australia over free speech restrictions intensify. read more.....»»
140,000 people did their taxes with the free IRS direct file pilot, but the program’s future is unclear
The IRS said Friday that more than 140,000 taxpayers filed their taxes through its new direct file pilot pro.....»»
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Denies Human Rights Abuses In Most EV Battery Production: "Those That Do...Use Very Little"
He was responding to claims made by climate activist Clover Hogan that the demand for cobalt grows with the rise in demand for EVs. read more.....»»
Warren Buffett-Backed BYD Takes On Luxury EV Market With New Premium Sedan, Posing Direct Challenge For Mercedes-Benz
This development follows Mercedes-Benz reducing its stake in their joint premium EV venture from 50% to 10%. read more.....»»
Elon Musk gave a vague answer when asked if he plans to step back at Tesla in the next 3 years
Elon Musk did not give a direct answer on Tuesday about whether he plans to reduce his role at Tesla in the next three years. Elon Musk's Tesla is placing ads on X, the former Twitter.LEON NEAL/Getty ImagesElon Musk g.....»»
California briefly used batteries as its biggest source of power twice in the last week
Giant, recharge.....»»
Elon Musk is waging war on multiple fronts — and now Australia is in the firing line
Elon Musk is no stranger to spats with public figures, but he's also been going into battle with judges, regulators, and politicians around the world. Elon Musk.Anna Webber/Variety/Getty ImagesElon Musk is clashing with multiple gover.....»»
Elon Musk Hits Back At Australia"s Leader Amid Row Over Removal Of Violent Video From X: "Does The PM Think He Should Have Jurisdiction Over All Of Earth?"
Elon Musk has countered Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's criticism by stating he does not believe he is above the law, amid tensions over X's handling of a video showing violence in Sydney. read more.....»»
Russia warns of direct clash with West over Ukraine
Russia warns of direct clash with West over Ukraine.....»»
Russian Minister Warns "Westerners Are Teetering Dangerously" Towards Potential Nuclear War As NATO-US Extend Ukraine Support
Lavrov stated that the Western countries' support of Ukraine is fueling serious strategic risks, thereby increasing the chances of a direct clash between major nuclear powers. read more.....»»
University of Memphis faculty see great opportunity from historic scholarship
Deborah Tollefsen, the dean of U of M’s Graduate School: "Students who study with us are likely to stay in Memphis, and this has a direct impact on the local economy.".....»»
Elemental Exodus: Share Offering Prompts Lithium Americas Stock Sell-off
Lithium Americas Corp. (NYSE:LAC) produces an element that could power electric vehicle (EV) batteries for the next decade or longer. ... Read more.....»»