Volvo + Skanska piloted a huge electric excavator in LA – here’s how it went

  • February 20, 2024
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Photo: Skanska Global construction firm Skanska piloted the Volvo EC230, the largest electric excavator of its kind, on a big Los Angeles transit project – here’s what happened. Skanska’s electric excavator pilot in LA, one of four Volvo electric excavator pilot programs in North America, ran for 90 days. Skanska wanted to test an electric […]

Porsche Macan Turbo EV spotted testing in the US flaunting sleek curves

  • February 20, 2024
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After unveiling the highly-anticipated Macan EV last month, Porsche said a 630 hp Turbo version is also rolling out. The sporty new 2024 Porsche Macan Turbo EV was spotted testing in California, showcasing the electric SUV’s sleek curves. After years of waiting, Porsche finally unveiled the all-electric Macan last month. “We are taking the Macan […]

A Spanish renewables developer is about to go large in the US

  • February 20, 2024
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Photo: Greenalia Spanish renewables developer Greenalia is rolling out an impressive 1.9 gigawatts (GW) of solar, wind, and battery storage in Texas, with more on the way. That’s because the company just closed $200 million of three-year credit facilities – its first in the US – enabling it to scale up in the US market […]

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Bioptimus launches with $35M to create an AI foundation model for biology

  • February 20, 2024
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French startup Bioptimus, which aims to create an AI foundation model for biology to drive research and innovation, announced its launch with $35 million in seed funding.  Sofinnova Partners led the round, with support from Bpifrance Large Venture, Frst and multistage VC Cathay Innovation.  Hummingbird, Headline, Owkin, NJF Capital, Top Harvest Capital, and tech entrepreneur […]

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‘Gut Health’ Has a Fatal Flaw

  • February 20, 2024
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In my childhood home, an often-repeated phrase was “All disease begins in the gut.” My dad, a health nut, used this mantra to justify his insistence that our family eat rice-heavy meals, at the exact same time every day, to promote regularity and thus overall health. I would roll my eyes, dubious that his enthusiasm […]

Lilium (LILM) signs partnership to bring its unique eVTOL jets to Asia, beginning in the Philippines

  • February 20, 2024
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During this year’s Singapore Airshow, electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) jet developer Lilium has signed a memorandum of understanding with global aviation services provider PhilJets to bring on-demand travel services in Asia, beginning in the Philippines. Lilium ($LILM) is an advanced air mobility (AAM) startup founded in Munich, Germany, in 2015 that has since […]

Health Technologies

The New NHS App update allows patients to view their prescriptions online – Digital Health Technology News

  • February 20, 2024
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Last year, NHS England trialled a new NHS App feature on over a million users. After a successful trial, the app now allows patients to view their prescribed medications and prescription issue dates. The average wait time for local trusts and services will also be visible for patients who are waiting for elective hospital care. Another […]