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CISA’s Cybersecurity Advisory Committee Welcomes General Motors’ Chief Cybersecurity Officer as Appointee

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently welcomed Jeffrey Massimilla, the Chief Cybersecurity Officer of General Motors, as a member of its Cybersecurity Advisory Committee. This appointment is a significant move for CISA, as it brings in an industry leader with extensive experience in cybersecurity and automotive technology.The Cybersecurity Advisory Committee is a group of experts from various industries who provide advice and recommendations to CISA on matters related to cybersecurity. The committee's goal is to help CISA develop effective strategies and policies to protect critical infrastructure and

South Africa Sees Over 1 GW of Private Solar & Wind Projects Registered in First Two Months of 2023

The South African renewable energy sector has seen a surge in activity in the first two months of 2023, with over 1 GW of private solar and wind projects registered. This is a major milestone for the country, as it marks a significant increase in the amount of renewable energy being produced. The projects are expected to generate enough electricity to power more than 3 million homes, and will help the country reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The projects are part of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement

EU’s Green Deal Industrial Plan: Achieving Net-Zero Carbon Emissions

The European Union's Green Deal Industrial Plan is an ambitious plan to reduce the EU's carbon emissions to net-zero by 2050. This plan is a major step towards achieving the EU's goal of becoming a climate-neutral economy. The plan focuses on four key areas: energy efficiency, renewable energy, circular economy, and decarbonizing industry. Energy efficiency is a key component of the Green Deal Industrial Plan. The plan calls for increased investment in energy efficiency technologies, such as smart meters and energy-saving appliances. It also encourages businesses to adopt more efficient

Meta to Cut 10,000 Jobs in ‘Year of Efficiency’ Initiative; AI to Receive Largest Investment Over Metaverse

In a move to cut costs and increase efficiency, Meta, one of the world's leading technology companies, has announced plans to reduce its workforce by 10,000 employees. The company is calling this initiative the "Year of Efficiency" and is hoping to save an estimated $1 billion in costs over the next year. The job cuts are expected to affect all areas of the company, including research and development, marketing, sales, and customer service. Meta is also planning to reduce its global footprint by closing some of its international offices and

USDC Stablecoin by Circle Affected by Bank Collapse

The recent collapse of a major US bank has had a major impact on the USDC stablecoin by Circle. USDC is a digital currency backed by the US dollar, and its value is tied to the US dollar. The recent bank collapse has caused a significant drop in the value of USDC, as the US dollar has weakened in response to the news. The USDC stablecoin was created by Circle, a financial technology company, as a way to provide a more secure and reliable form of digital currency. The company's

Berlin-based Trawa Secures €2.4 Million to Advance Sustainable Energy Transition

Berlin-based energy startup Trawa recently announced that it has secured €2.4 million in funding to advance its mission of accelerating the transition to a sustainable energy future. This funding round was led by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and includes investments from the German energy company E.ON, the venture capital firm Coparion, and the energy-focused venture capital fund innogy Ventures. Trawa is a digital platform that enables customers to access clean energy sources and manage their energy consumption in an efficient and cost-effective manner. The platform provides customers with access

UK Coal Use Drops to Lowest Level Since 1757, Resulting in 3.4% Emission Reduction in 2022

The United Kingdom has seen a dramatic reduction in its use of coal, with the lowest level of coal use since 1757 recorded in 2022. This has resulted in a 3.4% reduction in emissions, a significant step towards the UK's goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The UK's coal use has been steadily declining since 2012, when it accounted for 40% of the country's electricity generation. By 2022, this had dropped to just 4%, with the majority of electricity now being generated from renewable sources such as wind and

German Minority Party Seeks To Prevent EU From Achieving 100% BEV Adoption By 2035

In recent years, the European Union (EU) has been pushing for a rapid transition to electric vehicles (EVs). The European Commission has set a goal of 100% BEV adoption by 2035, which would make the EU one of the most advanced regions in the world when it comes to EV adoption. However, a German minority party is seeking to prevent this from happening. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) is a right-wing populist political party that has been gaining traction in Germany in recent years. The party has recently come out

German Minority Party Seeks To Prevent EU From Achieving 100% Battery Electric Vehicle Usage By 2035

The European Union (EU) has set a goal of achieving 100% battery electric vehicle (BEV) usage by 2035. However, a German minority party is seeking to prevent this from happening. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is a right-wing populist party that has been gaining traction in the German political landscape. The AfD has been vocal in its opposition to the EU's goal of achieving 100% BEV usage by 2035. The party believes that this goal is too ambitious and that it would be better to focus on other forms

Shenzhou-15 Astronauts Perform Second Spacewalk in China

's Space Program On August 22nd, 2020, two Chinese astronauts, Nie Haisheng and Liu Boming, completed the second spacewalk of China's space program. This spacewalk was part of the Shenzhou-15 mission, which launched on October 17th, 2020. The mission is the first of its kind for China, and marks a major milestone in the country's space exploration efforts. The spacewalk lasted for six hours and forty-five minutes, and was conducted outside of the Tiangong-2 space laboratory. During the spacewalk, the astronauts conducted a variety of tasks, including installing a new

Shenzhou-15 Astronauts from China Conduct Second Spacewalk in Secret

Mission On the morning of April 29th, two Chinese astronauts conducted a second spacewalk in a secret mission aboard the Shenzhou-15 spacecraft. The mission, which was launched on April 19th, is the first of its kind for China and marks a significant milestone in the country’s space exploration program. The two astronauts, Commander Nie Haisheng and Flight Engineer Zhang Xiaoguang, spent more than seven hours outside the spacecraft during their spacewalk. During the mission, they conducted a variety of experiments and tasks, including testing new space suits and conducting repairs

industryImpossible Cloud Raises $7.6M in Seed Funding to Disrupt Decentralized Cloud Storage Market

The cloud storage market is about to be disrupted by a new player in the industry, Impossible Cloud. The company recently announced that it has raised $7.6 million in seed funding to help it become a major player in the decentralized cloud storage market.Impossible Cloud is a platform that allows users to store and share data securely and privately. It uses blockchain technology to provide users with a secure and private way to store their data. The platform also offers users the ability to access their data from anywhere in