U.S.’ inability to replace rare earths supply from China poses a threat to its defense, warns CSIS

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

As China imposes rare earths export controls, the U.S. is unable to make up the shortfall, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies.

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Bunq, a neobank for ‘digital nomads,’ accelerates U.S. expansion effort as profit jumps 65%

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

Dutch digital bank Bunq said Tuesday that it’s applied for a broker-dealer license, in an initial step toward securing a full banking license.

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Phantom Neuro grabs $19M to help amputees gain control of their phantom limbs

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

The science fiction trope of humans superpowered by computer and bionic implants is fast becoming a reality, and today, a startup hoping for a role in how that plays out is announcing some funding.  Phantom Neuro, which is developing a wristband-like device that gets implanted under the skin to let a person control prosthetic limbs, […]

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A New Mexico Man Faces Federal Charges for Allegedly Setting Fire to a Tesla Showroom

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

Jamison Wagner was also charged with an alleged arson attack on the New Mexico Republican Party’s office.

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Minister’s X account hacked to promote crypto scam

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

The MP’s office says “steps were taken quickly to secure the account and remove misleading posts”.

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Apple details how it plans to improve its AI models by privately analyzing user data

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

In the wake of criticism over the underwhelming performance of its AI products, especially in areas like notification summaries, Apple on Monday detailed how it is trying to improve its AI models by analyzing user data privately with the aid of synthetic data. Using an approach called “differential privacy,” the company said it would first […]

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Waymo and Uber prepare to launch robotaxi service in Atlanta this summer

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

Uber is inviting customers in Atlanta to join a list if they’re interested in hailing a Waymo robotaxi as the companies prepare to launch a commercial service in the city. Uber and Waymo last September announced plans to offer a robotaxi service in Austin and Atlanta in early 2025 as part of an expanded partnership. […]

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HubSpot CRM Review 2025: Features, Pros & Cons

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

HubSpot is a leading CRM trusted by businesses worldwide. Discover 2025’s latest features, pricing, pros, cons, and expert user reviews.

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Don’t Miss the Compact Yet Powerful Apple Mac mini M2 for $459.99

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

Get a like-new Mac desktop that has Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6E, and the M2 processor at significant savings.

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Girls Who Code founder Reshma Saujani spills business tea with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Techme101

Reshma Saujani, founder of the non-profit Girls Who Code, got straight to the point.  “If I had applied to be the CEO of Girls Who Code, I wouldn’t have gotten the job,” she told Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, on the latest episode of the duchess’ podcast, “Confessions of a Female Founder.” “I didn’t code,” Saujani […]

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