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Green steel startup Boston Metal is doubling down on critical metals

The startup Boston Metal has raised a $75 million funding round to produce critical metals, MIT Technology Review can exclusively report.   The company has been known largely for its efforts to clean up steel production, an industry that's responsible for about 8% of global greenhouse emissions today. With the additional money, the new focus could

Embracer Follows Ubisoft In Splitting Off New Publisher To Handle Huge IP, Tomb Raider & LOTR Included

Say hello to Fellowship Entertainment by Ben Kerry 11 hours ago Embracer Group has today announced plans to create a secondary publishing label called Fellowship Entertainment, in order to "capture the full potential of the high-quality assets" that the group currently owns. The Swedish game publisher says that it hopes to spin off Fellowship Entertainment

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Daughter Apple Martin in Nancy Meyers Movie

Gwyneth Paltrow's Daughter Apple Martin Makes Directorial Debut With Student Show Apple Martin doesn’t fall far from the tree. Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin ’s daughter will be following in her mom’s acting footsteps and making her movie debut in Nancy Meyers’ upcoming film, Deadline and Entertainment Weekly reported on May 18. The 22-year-old—who graduated

The Impact the Internet Has on Society: Shaping Our Lives Today

Key Takeaways The internet has revolutionized communication, enabling instant connections and collaboration among individuals and businesses across the globe. Small businesses benefit from improved efficiency through the use of cloud-based tools, CRM software, and e-commerce platforms that enhance customer engagement. Digital marketing strategies, including SEO and social media, play a critical role in increasing online

Admixture’s impact on Brazilian population evolution and health | Science

Science & Nature Brazil, the largest Latin American country, is underrepresented in genomic research despite boasting the world’s largest recently admixed population. In this...

The Impact of Faster Delivery Demands on Small Businesses and Logistics Strategies

Key Takeaways Evolving Consumer Expectations: Customers prioritize speed in delivery more than ever, with 88% of consumers favoring retailers that offer quick fulfillment options. Logistics Challenges: Adapting to faster delivery demands requires businesses to streamline logistics, optimize inventory management, and enhance operational efficiency to avoid delays. Cost Management: Upgrading logistics systems to meet delivery speed

HACIA’s 2024 Impact Report: How one organization is building a more inclusive construction industry

For more than 40 years, the Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA) has been a voice for equity in Illinois’ construction ecosystem. From advocating for policy change to helping small and diverse-owned businesses build capacity and access opportunity, HACIA’s impact is tangible — and growing.  Today, as industries grapple with workforce shortages, supply chain demands

Game Over: The Startling Impact of Sports Betting on Public Health

Sports betting is booming, but so is gambling addiction. Online sportsbooks, easy access, and aggressive advertising are driving record-high addiction help-seeking. Experts call for urgent policies to curb the risks before it spirals further. The legalization of sports betting has fueled a nationwide addiction crisis. With billions wagered and online sportsbooks making betting effortless, help-seeking

Strategic Impact Initiatives Can Make Your Business Stronger

Susy Schöneberg leads impact innovation at Emerson Collective, partnering with its portfolio of venture investments to drive impact as they scale. Prior to joining Emerson Collective, Susy founded and led Flexport.org, the impact group of logistics company Flexport, where she appeared on Fortune’s “40 Under 40” list in 2020. Prior to Flexport, she held several

The Impact of the California Wildfires on the California Construction Market

How will the California wildfires affect the construction industry in 2025? In January of this year, wildfires burned over 37,000 acres in Los Angeles, California, destroying over 16,000 buildings. Now, many people are left needing to rebuild their homes and businesses. ConstructConnect® Insight data predicts growth in construction across the Los Angeles metropolitan area in

3.47-Billion-Year-Old Impact Crater Discovered in Australia

Science & Nature A team of geologists from Curtin University has discovered unequivocal evidence for a hypervelocity meteorite impact 3.47 billion years ago (Archean...

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Green steel startup Boston Metal is doubling down on critical metals

The startup Boston Metal has raised a $75 million funding round to produce critical metals, MIT Technology Review can exclusively report.   The company has been known largely for its efforts to clean up steel production, an industry that's responsible for about 8% of global greenhouse emissions today. With the additional money, the new focus could

Embracer Follows Ubisoft In Splitting Off New Publisher To Handle Huge IP, Tomb Raider & LOTR Included

Say hello to Fellowship Entertainment by Ben Kerry 11 hours ago Embracer Group has today announced plans to create a secondary publishing label called Fellowship Entertainment, in order to "capture the full potential of the high-quality assets" that the group currently owns. The Swedish game publisher says that it hopes to spin off Fellowship Entertainment

Gwyneth Paltrow’s Daughter Apple Martin in Nancy Meyers Movie

Gwyneth Paltrow's Daughter Apple Martin Makes Directorial Debut With Student Show Apple Martin doesn’t fall far from the tree. Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin ’s daughter will be following in her mom’s acting footsteps and making her movie debut in Nancy Meyers’ upcoming film, Deadline and Entertainment Weekly reported on May 18. The 22-year-old—who graduated

Lil Wayne speaks out after feeling overlooked by Coachella and the Grammys

Music Lil Wayne reacts to Coachell and Grammys snub Award-winning...