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Ernest ShaderHOUSTON (Reuters) – In a landmark move for the global clean energy transition, International Battery Metals Inc has become the first company to commercially produce lithium with a new type of filtration technique that is expected to lead to cheaper and faster supplies of the metal for electric vehicle batteries.At a rural Utah facility managed by privately held US Magnesium, IBAT this week began producing commercial quantities of lithium at about 5,000 tonnes per year using its version of direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology.This groundbreaking achievement has not been reported before.The company developed a portable DLE plant and became…

Home care technology is rapidly evolving, with new innovations such as artificial intelligence creating exciting growth opportunities for providers. Harmony Cares, a physician group that provides home care services to high-needs patients, recently raised $200 million in funding to leverage new technology to create better outcomes for patients and physicians, the company disclosed this week. “We evaluated what we were using today and we saw the potential for significant upgrades,” HarmonyCare CEO Matt Chance said in an interview with McKnight Home Care on Tuesday. “Given all the technology that’s emerging now in areas like AI, machine learning and other areas,…

Seoul National University President Won Yong-geol (left) and Zyx Technology CEO Uhm Shin-jo pose for a photo after signing a memorandum of understanding for the donation of ZyxCAD licenses at Seoul National University on June 25. (Zyx Technology) Zyx Technology, an AI digital design platform company, announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding to donate 1 billion won ($722,021) worth of ZyxCAD licenses to Seoul National University.The signing ceremony, held on June 25, was attended by key figures including Zix Technology CEO Uhm Shin-jo and Seoul National University President Won Young-geul.ZyxCAD is a versatile computer-aided design (CAD) software…

Authorities say drivers should be aware of devices known as signal interception devices, which can intercept key fob signals and allow thieves to use them to break into vehicles. LAKEWOOD, Ohio — Criminals continue to target Kia vehicles in Northeast Ohio. The Lakewood Police Department is currently searching for individuals associated with the stolen Kia who fled the vehicle during an officer-led pursuit. Police Inspector Gary Stone told 3News a stolen Kia was traveling through Lakewood with its lights off early Tuesday morning. Lakewood Police Department officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but it did not stop and a pursuit…

After seven consecutive quarters of declines, the PC market is recovering. That’s according to new research from International Data Corporation (IDC), in its Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker released on Tuesday (July 9), which predicts that worldwide PC shipments will reach 64.9 million units in the second quarter of 2024, up 3% from last year. IDC said that figure would have been even higher if not for sluggish sales in China. Excluding China, global shipments increased more than 5% year over year. “To be clear, the PC market, like other technology markets, will face near-term challenges due to maturity…

SPRINGFIELD — Can artificial intelligence and emerging fintech technologies help us manage the piles of rolled up receipts in our pockets?We can help you get the most out of confusing and fluctuating credit card cash back programs.Will students, bloggers and publishers work together to produce content?Helping consumers protect their data?”With receipts stored in the app, you know how much you spent and where you spent it. It helps you budget. It also helps you keep track of your business expenses,” said Mansika Chakravarti Nalla.Nala, along with fellow Western New England computer science graduate student Srivastava Reddy Banda, are developing EZ…

Sudip Vhaduri, an assistant professor in the School of Computer and Information Technology (CIT) with a doctorate in computer science and research focus on machine learning, has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the Ralph W. and Grace M. Showalter Trust for his research focused on discovering bioacoustic patterns to support the development of future technologies to diagnose respiratory diseases. The Showalter Foundation was established in 1975 to support faculty conducting medical and scientific research with the mission of improving human health. The program prioritizes projects that are likely to obtain or utilize federal funds and that will create programs…

In the world of sales, an integrated financial technology platform could be the key to improved performance: With a unified setup that leverages deep consumer insights and AI, businesses can improve operations, data accuracy, and customer interface.Leveraging a data-driven, cross-functional system can improve collaboration between teams, better understand consumer behavior, and develop more effective sales strategies. Ultimately, these changes can lead to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty, which can translate into increased sales.In the digital age, efficient and responsive customer service is essential. This is evident in the rise of SaaS platforms, with around 130 SaaS applications expected to be…

Detroit-based Little Caesars has promoted three executives to leadership positions in the company’s technology division. The promotions come during a period of growth for the chain.Keith Faigin, a 10-year veteran of Little Caesars, has been promoted to chief information officer for the restaurant system. During his tenure, Faigin has overseen numerous software initiatives, with a focus on the company’s e-commerce platform. He has been instrumental in obtaining several patents for Little Caesars and holds a bachelor’s degree from Williams College and a master’s degree in computer science from the University of Illinois. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Keith is…

In recent years, mobile communication technology has become increasingly smarter and more convenient for users. One of the most significant developments in this field is eSIM technology, which has revolutionized the way we connect to mobile networks. Need an international eSIM for your travels? Check out ESIM-Man for over 1,000 different data plans for travel to over 170 countries and regions. What is an eSIM card? An eSIM (embedded SIM) is a virtual SIM module that replaces the physical SIM card in a mobile device. Unlike traditional SIM cards, this chip is embedded within the device and can be programmed…