Key Points Researchers at Tohoku University discovered a new stress-relaxation mechanism in glass, reducing its susceptibility to breakage. The study focused on ionic glass using synchrotron radiation experiments and simulations. Atomic "jumps" and surrounding collective movements work together to alleviate...
Key Points The DOE plans to loan $7.54 billion to StarPlus Energy, a Stellantis and Samsung SDI joint venture, for two EV battery plants in Indiana. The plants will produce 67 GWh of lithium-ion batteries annually, powering approximately 670,000 vehicles. Stellantis aims to open the first plant in 2025 and the second in 2027, complementing...
Key Points The U.S. imposes export restrictions on 140 Chinese firms, including Naura Technology and Piotech, to curb Beijing’s chipmaking capabilities. Advanced memory chips, HBM technology, and chipmaking tools are among the targeted export controls. Equipment from the U.S., South Korea, and Taiwan are affected, but Japan and the Netherlands are exempt from the new...
Key Points Nikkei 225 rises 0.80%, buoyed by gains in Banking, Gas & Water, and Retail sectors. Fujikura Ltd. (TYO:5803), Dai-ichi Life Holdings Inc. (TYO:8750), and Hitachi Ltd. (TYO:6501) were among the top performers. Shiseido Co., Ltd. (TYO:4911), Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (TYO:7912), and Oriental Land Co., Ltd. (TYO:4661) were among the worst performers....
Key Points Apple introduced a major Photos app redesign in iOS 18, claiming it simplifies browsing and organizing. Users have...
Key Points The Australian government has proposed legislation imposing fines of up to A$50 million for anti-competitive practices by Big...
