Outpacing

Kia’s new three-row electric SUV is gaining momentum in the US. Over 1,400 Kia EV9 models were handed over in January, topping the EV6 in US sales. Kia EV9 outpaces EV6 despite record sales month Kia started the year strong, with EV sales growing 57% YOY. A big reason behind Kia’s success is the launch of its first three-row electric SUV, the EV9. After launching the EV9 (see our review) in December, Kia sold 1,408 models last month. That’s up 27% from the 1,113 handed over the month…

US-based VCs are holding tight to a large amount of cash as they navigate a capricious startup environment and investment landscape. While deemed an important enough technology to warrant export restrictions, quantum computing is not high on the list of safe investment bets, and has also suffered from the drop in funding activity. However, across the pond, things are looking brighter for the European quantum ecosystem. That is according to a report released today by Finnish quantum hardware…

Experts have long warned of a future where artificial intelligence makes it impossible to tell digital fact from fiction. Now that future is here. A recent case of a recording that sounds like a high school principal making racist comments shows the risk that widely available generative AI tools can pose and the difficulty of detecting their use.The offensive audio clip, which resembled a Baltimore County, Md., school principal’s voice, was posted on social media last week. It quickly spread online and then made local and…

The dust has settled on Hollywood's first popcorn feast of 2024, and January's box office has taken a slower start. Timothée Chalamet's whimsical Wonka waltzed across the box office, while Blumhouse is swimming towards a highly profitable margin. And in a twist worthy of Aquaman himself, the under-hyped sequel after enduring loads of side eyes, managed to swim its way toward financial redemption. Not a good start for Warner Bros as The Color Purple slides down to lower ranks. Timothée Chalamet's whimsical Wonka…

In a significant shift in the landscape of electric vehicle (EV) sales, China’s BYD has emerged as the world’s top EV maker, outpacing the industry giant Tesla by nearly 42,000 vehicles in the fourth quarter. This development underscores China’s escalating influence in the global automotive sector. Tesla, headquartered in Austin, delivered a commendable 484,507 vehicles in the last quarter, surpassing analysts’ expectations of 483,173 deliveries. Despite exceeding its annual target by delivering 1.8 million vehicles,…

Are ring lights allowed in jail? Step aside campaign funds, George Santos has a new cash cow to fund his OnlyFans habit: Cameo.  According to Semafor, the former congressman, who was expelled from government on Friday, is already on track to dwarf his old congressional salary of $174,000 simply by making videos on Cameo.  For a mere $400 (a marked increase from the original price of $75) Cameo users can purchase a short, personalized video from the “Former congressional ‘Icon’!💅🏼.” While…

After two months since Apple started selling the iPhone 15, it seems Cupertino still has momentum, as DSCC Monthly Flagship Smartphone Trackers shows that panel shipments for the latest iPhone models were 16% higher than the iPhone 14 series and 21% higher than the iPhone 13 during the same period when they were released.“With the current mix of panel shipments for the iPhone 15 series, the Pro models account for a higher share versus the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro models during the June – October time…

This summer has seen the box office claim several high-profile casualties, with blockbuster franchise entries proving to be particularly susceptible to underwhelming ticket sales. As a result, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One barely outpacing The Flash isn’t a surprise, but there are still at least several notable positives pulling Tom Cruise’s latest death-defying outing in a positive direction. While those early projections of a five-day domestic debut in the $90 million range are proving to be wide of the…

Distribution of record temperatures at Seattle Tacoma airport for 1000 repeated sub-samples of varying size. When an extreme weather event happens somewhere in the world these days, it's common to read quotes from climate scientists explaining this is exactly the kind of event we expect to see more often as climate change progresses. Such events are often devastating, but not surprising if you've been paying attention to the…

Yachtify (YCHT) is rapidly gaining recognition as a groundbreaking cryptocurrency project, poised to outpace established players such as Binance Coin (BNB) and Conflux (CFX). By offering a unique investment opportunity in the fractional yacht ownership market, Yachtify (YCHT) is set to revolutionize the way individuals invest in luxury assets. Combining innovative blockchain technology and the lucrative maritime industry, Yachtify (YCHT) promises to unlock an exclusive realm of investment potential, leaving BNB and CFX…