Amazon and Globalstar have entered into a definitive merger agreement valued at approximately $11.57 billion. Under the terms of the deal, Amazon will acquire the satellite operator, resolving ongoing speculation regarding the future of Globalstar’s long-standing exclusive partnership with Apple. The acquisition is expected to close in 2027, contingent upon regulatory approval and Globalstar reaching …
ECOVACS has officially announced the launch of its newest flagship robotic floor cleaner, the DEEBOT X12 OmniCyclone. Introduced during CES 2026, the product is designed to address complex, real-world messes such as dried-on stains and pet debris, providing several industry-first technologies aimed at increasing cleaning efficiency and reducing manual intervention. Enhanced Cleaning Technologies The X12 …
Volkswagen has announced a significant strategic shift in its North American operations by terminating the production of the ID.4 electric SUV at its Chattanooga plant in Tennessee. This decision marks a pivot from the company’s previous aggressive electrification goals toward high-volume, internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, specifically focusing on the upcoming second-generation Volkswagen Atlas. The …
NTT Research is bringing back its annual Upgrade event on April 15-16, 2026, this time at the Signia by Hilton in San Jose, California. The theme for this year is “Research to Reality,” which underscores the company’s focus not only on long-term scientific research but also on turning that work into practical products and systems. …
HONOR has announced the launch of AI Image to Video 2.0, debuting with the upcoming HONOR 600 Series. This update follows the success of the HONOR 400 Series, which saw users generate over 13.4 million seconds of AI-driven video content. The 2.0 iteration is powered by the industry’s first unified multi-modal video generation model integrated …