AI & RoboticsNews

Hauler Hero collects $16M for its AI waste management software

Hauler Hero has picked up fresh funds as demand for its AI-powered waste management software continues to pile up. The New York-based startup raised $16 million in a Series A round led by Frontier Growth with participation from K5 Global and Somersault Ventures, among others, TechCrunch has learned. Hauler Hero has raised more than $27 million in venture capital, to date. Hauler Hero has developed…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Volvo cuts 2026 EX90 prices despite major upgrades

The 2026 Volvo EX90 is smarter, more powerful, and can charge faster than ever. Despite considerable upgrades, Volvo is making it more affordable with a new base model. 2026 Volvo EX90 prices and driving range by trim After finally launching the EX90 in early 2024 following…
Cleantech & EV'sNews

Yes, an EV really CAN power your home – if it's one of these [update]

Can an EV really help power your home when the power goes out? It’s one of the biggest FAQs people have about electric cars — but the answer can be a bit confusing. It’s either a yes, with a but – or a no, with an unless. To find out which EVs can offer vehicle-to-home (V2H) tech to keep the lights on or even lower your energy bills, keep on reading. UPDATE 09FEB2026: Nissan’s new LEAF…
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DefenseNews

Erdoğan pitches KAAN fighter jet as an alternative to Western warplanes

İZMİR — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan visited Saudi Arabia and Egypt earlier this month, marking fresh steps in the normalization of relations with key regional powers and opening the door to new defense deals. The first stop of the two-day tour was Riyadh, where Erdoğan met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. According to official statements, both sides emphasized the need to…
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ComputersNews

Gemini gave my Plex server a checkup. Its diagnosis surprised me

Who needs Netflix when you have Plex, the media server software that runs locally and lets you stream your own local video files? I’ve been hosting my own Plex server on a Raspberry Pi 5 for a few years now, and it’s mostly run without a hitch. But like taking your car to a mechanic even when nothing’s obviously wrong with it, you should periodically look under Plex’s hood to see if it…
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