With eight solar panels and two charging outputs, the hat doubles as a power bank.
Environment Possible ad Read on GizmodoEcoFlow just launched four new battery products designed to power everything from your home appliances in the event of a blackout to your Qi2-compatible phone to RVs. Going from most powerful to least, there’s the second-generation Power Kit to power your off-grid vanlife fantasies, the midrange Delta 3 and compact River 3 solar generators, and the Rapid Qi2 wireless power banks for phones that can also charge your laptop in a pinch. The Power Kit v2 is a follow-up to its original all-in-one power management system I reviewed 18 months ago. The kits are designed to power everything from an off-grid cabin to a small campervan, without the complexity of having to...
Environment Read on The Verge ScienceIs there another way the world could be run? And in the face so much global turmoil, how can we make the future fairer? This September, a major event at UN Headquarters is being billed as once in a generation opportunity for the international community to grapple with these questions, and forge a new path, for the benefit of all.
Politics Read on UN NewsThe UN Secretary-General on Tuesday called for global cooperation in sharing the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), warning that unequal access could exacerbate global inequalities.
Politics Read on UN NewsThe human rights situation in Nicaragua has "seriously deteriorated" over the past year, following arbitrary arrests, mistreatment of detainees, attacks on Indigenous people, and intimidation of political opponents, according to a UN human rights office (OHCHR) report released on Tuesday.
Crime and Courts Read on UN NewsIsraeli forces continue to employ “lethal war-like tactics” in the West Bank, including airstrikes, with people being killed, injured and displaced, the UN Spokesperson said on Tuesday.
Crime and Courts Read on UN NewsThe price of some Canva subscriptions are set to skyrocket next year following the company’s aggressive rollout of generative AI features. Global customers for Canva Teams — a business-orientated subscription that supports adding multiple users — can expect prices to increase by just over 300 percent in some instances. Canva says the increase is justified due to the “expanded product experience” and value that generative AI tools have added to the platform.
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Entertainment Read on WIRED Top StoriesFlexible green methanol, which is made without fossil fuels, could rid carbon pollution from a range of industries.
Environment Read on TechCrunchThe Navy is testing out the Elon Musk–owned satellite constellation to provide high-speed internet access to sailors at sea. It’s part of a bigger project that’s about more than just getting online.
Politics Read on WIRED SecurityUnder protective coverings, piles of snow can be stored for a surprisingly long time, allowing ski resorts to mitigate some of the lack of snowfall caused by climate change.
Environment Read on WIRED ScienceFrench billionaire Xavier Niel is joining the board of directors of TikTok’s parent, ByteDance, the company told the South China Morning Post. It’s an interesting move as Niel isn’t a name that comes up very often for high-profile board positions. He is replacing Philippe Laffont, the founder of the New York-based investment firm Coatue Management, […]
Business Read on TechCrunchThe Netherlands' data protection authority has imposed a penalty of €30.5M on Clearview AI for GDPR violations.
Economy Read on TechCrunchThe next iPhone and Apple Watch will be unveiled during a splashy event on September 9. Here's how to tune in.
Entertainment Read on WIRED Top StoriesX, the social network owned by Elon Musk, is finally rolling out one of the most sought-after features for direct messages: the ability to edit your message. Over the weekend, X made the edit message feature available to iOS users. One of the engineers at the company posted about the rollout and said the edit […]
Politics Read on TechCrunchAfter launching some smaller and cheaper electric vehicles, it was time for Volvo to push the boat out with a flagship SUV, the EX90. An early convert to the idea of an all-electrified lineup, Volvo has taken a slightly different tack to most other automakers as it electrifies its product range. Where most would start off with a big and expensive electric vehicle first, it did the opposite, starting out with small and affordable. That means it's now time for a flagship EV, an all-new three-row SUV called the EX90, which we've driven ahead of US deliveries toward the end of this year. That's later than Volvo planned, and as you'll see, some EX90 features have fallen even further behind and will need to be enabled via software update in the future. Because while the EX90 is a good demonstration of a new, tech-forward approach to car design, it's also the latest example of automakers adopting the "minimal viable product" approach from the tech sector. Volvo has developed an all-new platform for larger EVs, which the EX90 will share with other brands within the Geely group, notably the Polestar 3 we drove a few weeks ago. The Volvo is a little longer than the Polestar, and unlike the SUV from the upstart startup, the EX90 is a three-row, with seats for either six or seven depending on whether you opt for a bench or a pair of captain's chairs for the middle row.
Business Read on Ars TechnicaVolvo’s new flagship EV has plenty of luxury bells and whistles, but some of its technology is still TBA.
Business Read on The Verge TechThe Dubai-based startup, which now counts 50,000 retail and business customers in the UAE, has netted $22 million led by Altos Ventures.
Business Read on TechCrunchFleet is launching several software services on top of its hardware-as-a-service proposition, from device management to cybersecurity and insurance.
Business Read on TechCrunchThe potential of Cercli's payroll platform has attracted investor interest, leading to $4 million in seed funding.
Business Read on TechCrunchHospitals around the world regularly face bed shortages — an issue that can get exacerbated to breaking point when a health scare or other large-scale disaster occurs. A startup called Doccla is bringing technology to bear to address the issue: It’s building “virtual bed” tech to help doctors remotely manage patients who have either been […]
Health Read on TechCrunchIt’s the first recorded case of shark predation on a porbeagle, a species whose numbers have dwindled dangerously low.
Environment Read on GizmodoWere you waiting for the right moment to sign up for NordVPN? Here it is. With their back-to-school offer, you can get a 73% discount and receive 3 months of subscription for free.
Economy Possible ad Read on GizmodoIndia's fabless semiconductor startup BigEndian has raised $3 million in a seed round led by Vertex Ventures SEA and India.
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