WASHINGTON — The Biden Administration’s budget package of roughly $106 billion in emergency supplemental funding includes a $1.2 billion investment in Israel’s directed energy weapon system, “Iron Beam,” which the U.S. Army could consider as an alternative laser weapon for its own needs, according to the service’s acquisition chief.
The Iron Beam technology is “intriguing,” Doug…
US Air Force’s Sentinel missile ‘struggling,’ faces rising costs
November 14, 2023
WASHINGTON — One of the U.S. Air Force’s nuclear missile programs is “struggling” and could see costs rise, the service’s secretary said Monday.
Frank Kendall, speaking at an online event hosted by the Center for a New American Security think tank, said he is…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 13, 2023
November 14, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
If you’re looking for a high-quality e-scooter with superior performance…
Florida is getting a new solar microgrid community
November 14, 2023
The city of Lakeland, Florida, has approved 77 homes featuring solar and storage that will be linked together to form a community microgrid.
The $4.2 million pilot project, which is being developed by utility Lakeland Electric, microgrid developer BlockEnergy, and housing developer Highland Homes, will be called Myrtlebrook. Each of the 77 new homes will feature an 8 kW rooftop solar array, and a…
California-based EV maker Rivian (RIVN) announced Monday it’s bringing on Carlo Materazzo as vice president of logistics. Materazzo comes to Rivian with over 20 years of auto experience as the EV maker continues ramping production.
Rivian adds ex-Stellantis vet as it…
Time Is Running Out to Add Your Name to NASA’s Europa Clipper
November 14, 2023
It’s not every day that members of the public have the chance to send their names into deep space beyond Mars, all the way to Jupiter and its moon Europa. But with NASA’s Europa Clipper, you have that opportunity: Names will ride aboard the spacecraft as it journeys 1.8…
Spanish Securities Regulator Hints at Probing X for Hosting Crypto Ads For Unlicensed Organizations – Regulation Bitcoin News
November 14, 2023
The Spanish securities regulator has recently hinted at investigating and sanctioning X (formerly known as Twitter) for allowing unlicensed providers to post crypto ads. According to Spanish law, social networks and other service providers must verify that ad campaigns come from authorized financial service providers.
Spanish Securities Regulator Hints at Taking Actions Against X
The Spanish…
Ethereum Technical Analysis: ETH’s Bullish Streak Meets Oscillator Caution – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News
November 14, 2023
Ethereum’s price action remains in the spotlight as it navigates above the $2,000 threshold, with key indicators suggesting a mix of neutrality and bullish signals. The digital currency’s recent upsurge reflects a growing bullish consensus among investors, despite some…
Crypto's 24-Hour Score: Gainers Like Memecoin Triumph With Double-Digits, ARK Amongst Top Losers – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News
November 14, 2023
As the cryptocurrency market sails smoothly at a valuation of $1.4 trillion, bitcoin and ethereum have stabilized, mostly moving sideways. Yet, a handful of virtual currencies enjoyed robust gains on Monday, with memecoin (MEME) soaring 44.28%, leading the charge as the week…
WASHINGTON — Hypersonic technology company Hermeus is partnering with the Defense Innovation Unit to demonstrate high-speed capabilities through its commercial prototype aircraft, Quarterhorse.
The Atlanta-based company announced the multiyear contract Nov. 13. While a spokesperson declined to disclose the length of the deal, the company told C4ISRNET it received a $23 million contract for the…
