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Economy
A Pew Research poll in 2024 revealed that only 23% of Americans viewed the U.S. economy positively. However, data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) painted a different picture, showing the economy grew from $27.72 trillion in 2023 to $29.17 trillion in 2024. With more income
Automotive
Rivian has finalized a $6.6 billion loan with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), marking a significant step in its plans to expand manufacturing operations. The loan, originally announced in November, will fund the development of a factory in Georgia, east of Atlanta. Construction is set to begin
Military & Defense
Defense tech startup Anduril Industries has announced a major milestone: the construction of a sprawling weapons factory, Arsenal-1, in Columbus, Ohio. This billion-dollar project marks a significant leap forward for the company as it seeks to scale production of its cutting-edge autonomous surveillance and weapons systems. Massive Investment and Economic
Space
Stoke Space, a reusable rocket startup founded by former Blue Origin veterans Andy Lapsa and Tom Feldman, has raised an impressive $260 million in its Series C funding round. This brings the company’s total funding to $480 million, underscoring investor confidence in its ambitious vision to revolutionize space travel.
Semiconductors
In a historic leap for the U.S. semiconductor industry, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has commenced production of advanced four-nanometer chips at its Phoenix, Arizona facility. U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo hailed the development as a transformative milestone for the country’s semiconductor capabilities, marking a pivotal moment
Finance
NVIDIA’s meteoric rise has renewed investor interest in the AI chip market, creating opportunities for startups like Blaize, a company founded in 2011 by former Intel engineers. On Tuesday, Blaize is set to go public on the NASDAQ through a SPAC deal, signaling its ambition to carve out a
Military & Defense
Defense technology startup Epirus is raising between $150 million and $200 million in a new funding round led by Joe Lonsdale’s 8VC. The funding is expected to value the company at around $1 billion. Epirus, known for its advanced drone-intercepting technology, continues to be a key player in the
Space
Toyota is venturing beyond Earth, announcing plans to explore the development and production of orbital rockets. Chairman Akio Toyoda revealed this bold move during a press conference at CES in Las Vegas, emphasizing that the future of mobility should not be confined to Earth—or dominated by a single company.
Economy
In a joint press conference at Mar-a-Lago on Monday, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced a monumental $100 billion investment into the United States over the next four years. Joined by President-elect Donald Trump, Son emphasized that the decision reflects his confidence in the U.S. economy under Trump’s leadership.
Semiconductors
Shares in the semiconductor giant Broadcom (Nasdaq: AVGO) are surging in early market trading following the release of its Q4 2024 earnings. The report highlights a staggering 220% year-on-year growth in Broadcom's AI revenue, propelling its stock over 20% higher today. With this surge, Broadcom has officially entered
Semiconductors
Following the unexpected removal of former CEO Pat Gelsinger, Intel now faces a crossroads that could reshape its future. At a recent Barclays investment conference, Intel’s temporary co-CEOs hinted at a possible manufacturing spinoff, sparking significant industry interest and speculation. Manufacturing Business in Focus Intel’s manufacturing operations are
Automotive
Toyota announced a $922 million investment to build a new paint facility at its Georgetown, Kentucky factory, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and long-term operational efficiency. This marks the second major investment at Toyota’s largest global manufacturing site this year. Earlier in February, Toyota pledged $1.3 billion to