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Google 'refuses' funding from Trump administration for Quantum Computing; here's why

Google declined a $2 billion US government quantum computing grant, citing restrictive conditions that would hinder its rapid progress. Despite this, the tech giant advocates for increased government investment in foundational research and…

SpaceX by the numbers: Six charts mapping businesses driving its IPO ambitions

On brink of IPO, Musk's SpaceX already a household name, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Inside soccer’s data renaissance

Imagine tuning in to the opening kickoff of a World Cup match and seeing a player intentionally send the ball all the way down the pitch and right out of bounds on the opponent’s end. Casual fans might scratch their heads. Where’s the…

SpaceX IPO Will Mint Billions for a New Silicon Valley Hierarchy

The initial public offering for SpaceX is poised to generate billions of dollars in profits for the fortunate few investors who got in early on Elon Musk’s rocket, satellite and artificial intelligence company.

Globe restores 97% of services in quake-hit Mindanao

MANILA, Philippines – Globe Telecom Inc. has restored connectivity to 31 of the 32 municipalities that experienced network disruptions after the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that jolted parts of Mindanao earlier this week. In a statement, the…

Around 100 municipalities in Portugal face “maximum wildfire risk”

Around 100 municipalities in 12 districts across Portugal are facing “maximum wildfire risk” this Thursday, according to the Portuguese Sea and Atmosphere Institute (IPMA). The warning applies to municipalities in The post Around 100…

People Living Near xAI’s Dirty Data Centers Are Furious About the SpaceX IPO

Elon Musk is set to make hundreds of billions even as communities in Mississippi and Tennessee are fighting to stop the gas turbines powering xAI's supercomputers.

Globe deploys satellite-to-mobile connectivity in Mindanao for disaster response

Globe in partnership with Starlink deployed its satellite-to-mobile service in South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the said provinces. Globe deployed the service to support…

Voyager CEO: SpaceX IPO Attention Good for Space Sector

The week SpaceX launches its highly-anticipated initial public offering. Chairman and CEO of Voyager Technologies Dylan Taylor says ultimately more attention on the space sector will be good for the industry as a whole. Taylor spoke to…

Wall Street buckles up for SpaceX liftoff, hoping for a glitch-free ride

OpenAI signs major Visa deal — so AI agents will soon be able to make payments and purchases for you

Visa payments to be integrated within OpenAI's ecosystem, paving the way for future agentic transactions and bookings.