AI & RoboticsNews

The global race for the AI app layer is still on

The U.S. is far ahead of Europe in the race for large AI models – but the picture is different for the application layer, with emerging category leaders such as Lovable, the vibe-coding startup, and Synthesia, which makes AI-generated video for the enterprise. That’s the conclusion made by global VC firm Accel in its 2025 Globalscape report, which focuses on the AI and cloud market.
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NewsPhotography

This heartwarming family portrait took hours to capture on camera in one of the earth's harshest environments – now a prestigious award winner

The 30th annual Nature’s Best International Awards drew entries from photographers around the globe across 11 categories, celebrating the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The competition honors both professionals and amateurs, showcasing outstanding talent while raising awareness of environmental and wildlife conservation. This year’s overall winner is a passionate wildlife…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Aptera is building an assembly line for validation solar EVs en route to scaled manufacturing

Solar EV startup Aptera Motors continues to inch closer to scaled manufacturing of its flagship vehicle, with a new validation assembly line being installed at its headquarters. The last thirty days or so have been busy for Aptera Motors – “little engine that still might” in the nascent (and lonely) segment of solar EV startups. Last month, the startup finally went public, opting for a…
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DefenseNews

Army certifies rapid anti-drone response team

Following successful field exercises simulating defense against drone incursions, the U.S. Army’s Northern Command has formed an operational team to rapidly counter drone threats to military bases within the United States. “The validation and certification of our Counter-small UAS fly-away kit is an important step in being able to support installation commanders within the United States as…
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