A BMW i5 with a native NACS port was spotted charging this weekend in Green River, Utah, leading to thoughts that BMW’s NACS transition may leapfrog a few other companies.
We’ve seen a lot of action in the NACS transition in the last few weeks, with several brands added to Tesla’s Supercharger “coming soon” page, separate announcements from VW and Honda, and with Hyundai shipping the…
New Tesla Model Y vs Old Model Y - which do you prefer?
January 30, 2025
Now that the new Tesla Model Y Juniper refresh has been fully unveiled and we know all the details, which one do you prefer: the new one or the old Model Y?
We are curious to get your opinion on the new Tesla Model Y Juniper design. Opinions appear divided as some see the…
US Lawmaker Moves to Block SEC Overreach in Coinbase Case
January 30, 2025
The SEC’s “un-American” crackdown on crypto is driving innovation overseas, a U.S. senator warned, backing Coinbase in a pivotal legal battle over digital assets.
US Senator Calls SEC’s Crypto Approach ‘un-American’
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming is…
Scott Bessent Named U.S. Treasury Secretary, Backed by Crypto
January 30, 2025
Scott Bessent, a billionaire hedge fund manager, is now the 79th U.S. Treasury Secretary under Trump. Crypto leaders, including Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse, celebrate his pro-innovation stance, anticipating major policy shifts.
Scott Bessent Confirmed as Treasury Secretary, Signaling Pro-Crypto Shift
Scott Bessent has been confirmed as the 79th U.S. Treasury Secretary under President Donald…
According to Forbes’ research of retail crypto traders, asset safety remained the most critical feature that exchange users want.
Crypto Users Have Crossed the 500 Million Mark Globally
Forbes has released its third annual “Best Crypto Exchange” ranking, evaluating…
Electric bicycle incentive programs have grown considerably over the last few years, and Washington State is one of the most recent to lay the groundwork for yet another program designed to reduce the cost of this alternative transportation for lower-income commuters. But…
Tesla is challenging the European Union in court over the tariffs imposed on its Chinese electric vehicles despite getting the lowest rates of any automaker. Last summer, the European Commission revealed new tariff rates on Chinese EVs imported into the continent. The logic behind the tariffs was that the EU sees China as subsidizing electric vehicle production and exports, resulting in the EVs…
Kia’s versatile crossover is facing a significant recall. Over 80,000 Kia Niro EV, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and hybrid models are being recalled over seat belts and airbags that could potentially malfunction. Here’s what you need to know and how you can get the fix.
Kia…
Ripple CEO Calls for National Crypto Reserve Beyond BTC and XRP
January 29, 2025
Ripple’s CEO championed collaboration over crypto maximalism, pushing for a multichain reserve featuring BTC, XRP, and others while rejecting division as progress’s enemy.
Ripple CEO Advocates for Multichain Representation in Government Crypto Reserves
Ripple CEO Brad…
Ripple’s latest licensing wins in New York and Texas solidify its position in blockchain-powered payments, enabling compliant, real-time cross-border solutions for growing institutional demand.
Ripple Secures Key Licenses to Strengthen Cross-Border Payments
Ripple has entered 2025 with a strong push to expand its cross-border solutions capabilities, securing Money Transmitter Licenses (MTLs) in…
