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Blackstone may begin commercializing 3D-printed Na-ion batteries as early as 2025; testing in electric bus

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This project is being funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection as part of its support for the battery cell manufacturing ecosystem with a total of up to €24.1 million (subject to the grant decision becoming legally valid).

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Musk responds to pay case lawyers requesting $6 billion in Tesla shares

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Elon Musk has responded to lawyers in the recent Delaware case regarding his Tesla compensation package, after the attorneys this week requested legal awards of 29 million Tesla shares — worth almost $6 billion. Following the decision to void Musk’s $55.8 billion at the company’s current valuation (via Bloomberg ).

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DeMoBat project developing robot-assisted dismantling for EV batteries and motors

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The funding is spread over four years and is made available as part of the Baden-Württemberg Automotive Industry Strategy Dialogue (SDA). The dismantling factory is to be built close to the industry. Robot-assisted dismantling of batteries and drives for e-cars is a milestone for the widespread implementation of this technology.

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Elon Musk tells Twitter to turn over names of workers calculating bot users

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s legal team has alleged that Twitter is hiding the names of workers calculating bot users. Musk’s legal team has submitted a letter to Delaware Chancery Court Judge Kathaleen St. Twitter has so far not issued a statement about the recent filing from Musk’s legal team. per share. . per share. .

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TU/ecomotive develops waste-free car with UBQ: Luca

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Every year, Netherland-based student company TU/ecomotive produces an electric car with a team of 21 BA students from the Eindhoven University of Technology, with the aim of showing the world that a hypothetical, sustainable car of the future can be a reality today. Luca is made of materials that are normally thrown away.

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Elon Musk’s xAI highlights societal impact with Nevada incorporation: report

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” xAI also noted that it is guided by its mission to “advance our collective understanding of the universe.” ” Unlike traditional corporations solely focused on shareholder value, xAI’s legal structure as a benefit corporation formalizes its commitment to positive societal and environmental outcomes.

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Paice files complaint against VW Group with ITC alleging hybrid patent infringement

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and Kia Motors Corp, ending its legal action against those companies. Paice has now licensed all or part of its hybrid vehicle technology portfolio to Toyota, Hyundai/Kia, and Ford. When the companies were unable to reach a licensing agreement on subsequent patents, Paice was forced to pursue legal action in 2014.

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