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CES has increasingly become defined by what automakers and other mobility-focused companies bring to Las Vegas, and CES 2024 has been no exception. Though some major CES automotive players from past years like Ford, GM and Toyota didn’t have a big presence, other companies filled the gaps with EV reveals, flying vehicles and a lot of talk about “software-defined vehicles” and generative AI. As the TechCrunch team continues to cover CES from the show floor in Vegas, led by Transportation Editor Kirsten Korosec, you can catch up on all of the mobility news right here as it comes in. Honda’s…

Upon entering the New Year, money is often at the forefront of our minds. After all, with the holiday season behind us, many may find that finances are feeling a bit strained. As such, there is no more opportune moment than the present to take control of our personal financial situation. What Are Financial Planning Apps?  Financial planning apps do just what they say on the tin. These software applications are readily available on various devices, offering valuable assistance in managing your finances. Tailored to aid individuals in handling their personal finances effectively, these tools cover a spectrum of tasks.…

Since launching as a cross-chain payments platform in 2017, Kava has gone on to score big wins in the world of decentralized finance (DeFi). Moments ago, Kava blockchain announced “Kava Tokenomics 2.0”, an upgrade that makes it the first hard-capped, decentralized Proof-of-Stake Layer 1. According to the announcement, Kava will now offer competitive on-chain rewards, boasting a community-owned Strategic Vault with over $300 million in assets. Kava Tokenomics 2.0 This upgrade means that Kava’s native token KAVA has now fully transitioned to a fixed supply, based on an initial community Governance Proposal 141. Prior to the launch, Kava operated an…

Ions are everywhere, from our daily surroundings to the cosmic expanse. As common table salt (NaCl) dissolves into sodium (Na+) and chloride (Cl-) ions in water, it imparts a salty taste. Once absorbed by the body, these ions regulate nerve impulses and muscle movements. In the sun, plasma — a gathering of ions in the gaseous state — undergoes nuclear fusion reactions, transmitting light and energy to Earth. One of the most noteworthy usage ions in everyday life is found in lithium-ion batteries, which power devices like smartphones, laptops, and electric cars. Consequently, ions play pivotal roles in various facets…

The bus, covered in thousands of twinkling lights, toured Brighton and Hove over 20 nights in the run up to Christmas. Santa was joined by his elves, teams of festive volunteers and some lucky competition winners while thousands of people who lined the routes and walked alongside as the bus travelled across the city with Santa waving from the top deck. A whopping £37,620.05 was raised through nightly bucket collections, business collection points and an online Go Fund Me page. To celebrate the bus’s 20th anniversary, the money raised will go to 20 local charities, including Martlets, Chestnut Tree House, Sussex…

Location : The M6 southbound between junctions J20A and J19 . Reason : Congestion. Status : Currently Active. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 23:30 and 23:45 on 10 January 2024. Delay : There are currently delays of 15 minutes against expected traffic. Source link

View gallery Image Credit: Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock Although it’s been nearly five years since Kathie Lee Gifford, 70, famously exited the Today show, her former co-host, Hoda Kotb, just updated fans on what her former onscreen pal is up to now! The 59-year-old made the rare comment about Kathie during the January 10 episode of Today With Hoda & Jenna. Before Hoda got into the details, she made sure to assure viewers that Kathie is “living her best life.” “By the way, Kat’s living her best life, she’s in Nashville, she’s writing music, she is living her best life,” the brunette beauty gushed, as reported…

CES 2024 is in full swing in Las Vegas. We’re on the ground giving you the most talked about news and announcements from the event, but much of the fun is to be found in the weirder margins of the show floor. In an era of CES where companies are all-in on the AI hype machine, there are bound to be gadgets and claims that are a little odd, to say the least. Here are the eight strangest gadgets, tech and claims from CES 2024 so far. AI-powered birding binoculars For the birder with an unlimited budget, Swarovski unveiled the…

The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association Ltd (HKEIA), is spearheading a delegation of 20 Hong Kong-based innovative technology enterprises at CES 2024. These companies are showcasing their latest R&D accomplishments in the ‘Hong Kong Tech’ pavilion, situated in Eureka Park, a dedicated area for startups. The pavilion highlights local innovations across four key sectors: ‘AI and Data’, ‘Advanced Manufacturing’, ‘Life & Health’, and ‘Sustainability’, all aimed at enhancing quality of life. At this year’s CES, two of HKSTP’s Park companies, both…

Today, Bitwise Asset Management unveiled a new initiative, confirming their pledge to allocate 10% of profits from the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (BITB) towards supporting Bitcoin open-source development, according to a press release sent to Bitcoin Magazine. The donations will benefit three esteemed non-profit organizations – Brink, OpenSats, and the Human Rights Foundation’s Bitcoin Development Fund. “Bitcoin was launched 15 years ago without a fundraise and has always been maintained by a dedicated community of open source developers,” said Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley. “We’re excited for the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF (ticker: BITB) to provide a source of recurring funding for those unsung heroes…