Graphite mines in the U.S., closed since the 1950s, are getting a second life. Driven by battery demand and trade tensions with China, companies like Titan Mining are racing to tap domestic deposits of this critical mineral.
Researchers have developed a powerful new adhesive from used cooking oil that rivals petroleum-based plastics. The glue is so strong it can tow a mid-size sedan and outperforms commercial epoxy in tests.
The FCC has officially banned new foreign-made drones and components from entering the US market, citing national security risks. While existing drones are safe, the move reshapes the competitive landscape and puts pressure on domestic manufacturers.
Armstrong World Industries has launched the DynaMax LT, a structural aluminum ceiling system for data centers. It’s designed to handle heavy cable trays and equipment while improving airflow and temperature management. The system comes with a 30-year warranty and full design support.
The FCC has added foreign-made drones and their critical components to its “Covered List,” effectively banning new models from US import. The move targets potential security risks but exempts existing drones. Chinese giant DJI, while not named, is the clear primary target.
It’s been a brutal week for hardware startups. Three major players—iRobot, Luminar, and Rad Power Bikes—have all filed for bankruptcy, each undone by a mix of tariffs, supply chains, and market shifts.
According to AppleInsider, 2027 could see Apple releasing six or seven distinct iPhone models annually. The year might also bring an OLED-screened iMac, a potential iMac Pro with M6 Max, and two new low-cost MacBooks.
The scramble for DRAM memory has gotten so intense it’s allegedly leading to corruption. Samsung is now investigating employees in Taiwan for reportedly taking kickbacks from distributors to secure supply.
Apple’s push into custom AI server chips is hitting a familiar wall: advanced packaging capacity. According to a brokerage note, the company may turn to Intel’s EMIB technology to get its “Baltra” server chips out the door by 2028.
Aura Clean Energy is teaming up with Volvo Penta for its large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The focus is on transportable, grid-scale units for defense and emergency power. This partnership aims to tackle the growing BESS market in Oceania.
