SpaceX nears plans to offer Starlink internet connectivity to vehicles

SpaceX nears plans to offer Starlink internet connectivity to vehicles
American space transportation company, SpaceX has hinted plans to make its Starlink high-speed satellite internet system available for aircraft, cars, and boats in the U.S. As per sources familiar with the knowledge of the matter, SpaceX has filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to get approval for using its Starlink services for moving vehicles. Connectivity to Starlink satellite internet will enable the extension of network connectivity from homes and offices to vehicles, vessels, and aircraft. With this move, users have uninterrupted access to internet while on the move, whether it be while driving a truck across the country, or moving a freighter from Europe to a US port. However, for now,

Bank of America taps Strivr to bring VR into workplace training

Bank of America taps Strivr to bring VR into workplace training
The Bank of America recently announced its decision to join hands with Bay Area-based virtual reality startup Strivr, to integrate VR into workplace training. The bank has already deployed the technology in a pilot effort with around 400 employees. However, a full-scale rollout would require scaling of the VR learning technology to the company’s 50,000+ client-facing employee base, as well as supplying VR headsets by the thousands to its branches. John Jordan, exec at Bank of America has reportedly expressed his views on where the company will be able to deploy the technology more efficiently, and has indicated that it is open for initial experiments, having developed VR lessons covering everything from fraud detection to notary s

Porsche nears plans to increase stake in electric hypercar maker Rimac

Porsche nears plans to increase stake in electric hypercar maker Rimac
The move could see the transfer of VW’s high-performance supercar brand, Bugatti to Rimac Porsche AG, the Volkswagen-owned automobile manufacturer that specializing in high-performance sports cars, sedans and SUVs, has recently hinted plans to extend its current 15.5% stake in renowned electric hypercar maker, Rimac Automobili. Sources close to this development claim that Porsche could raise its stake to just below 50% in Rimac which could further include the transfer of VWs globally famed supercar brand Bugatti to Rimac. This deal could also allow Rimac to explore more prospects in both IC engine, and electric powertrain. Mate Rimac, Founder of Rimac Automobili, said in a statement that, through the exe

Symbio to collaborate with Nissan & Toyota to enhance robotic assembly

Symbio to collaborate with Nissan & Toyota to enhance robotic assembly
  • The AI startup will integrate its software in the U.S based factories of the auto giants
  • This alliance will drastically increase the automation of the assembly line using factory robots, the company stated
Symbio, an AI-based robotics company located in Bay Area, California, has reportedly announced deals with Japanese auto giants Toyota and Nissan for increasing the efficiency of their robotic assembly line. The company will first implement its software in factories based in the United States. The startup is financially supported by a total funding of USD 30 million. This round of funding was initiated by ACME Capital, existing investors The House Fund, Eclipse Ventu

MediBuddy seizes US$20 million in Series B funding round

MediBuddy seizes US$20 million in Series B funding round
The investment will be used by MediBuddy to strengthen its doctor & hospital base, product, patient reach, technology, and brand Indian health-tech company, MediBuddy has successfully secured US$20 million (around Rs 145 crore) from investors India Life Sciences Fund III, LLC and others. In a statement, the company said that the recent investment comes line to an initial funding of US$20 million raised under a Series B round in June 2020. Sources close to the development state that the latest US$20 million funding was led by India Life Sciences Fund III, with involvement of other investors. The round incited new financing from JAFCO Asia Fund, TEAMFund LP, FinSight Ventures, ALES Global Japan, and Beyond Next Vent

AI software maker Mindtrace lands $3Mn in venture capital financing

AI software maker Mindtrace lands $3Mn in venture capital financing
Mindtrace, a Manchester-based AI software firm, has made headlines after picking up around $3 million as an investment from venture capital (VC) firms Bloc Ventures, Skylake Capital and current investor Mercia Asset Management. Sources indicate that Mindtrace might use these funds to boost its product roadmap and expand its go-to market capabilities such as strategic partnerships. Speaking on the investment, Skylake Capital GM, Marcos Battisti said that Mindtrace has developed a platform that provides customers a unique blend of capabilities that include federated learning and few-shot learning. These capabilities are essential for democratization of AI. Furthermore, solutions developed by Mindtrace can help drive new AI capabilities

BioSteel establishes a multi-year partnership with U.S. Soccer Federation

BioSteel establishes a multi-year partnership with U.S. Soccer Federation
  • The sports drink company will now be the official sponsor of USMNT, USWNT, Youth team and extended national teams
  • The multi-year agreement commences with a premium women’s soccer tournament, SheBelieves Cup, starting February 18, 2021 at the Exploria Stadium in Florida
BioSteel, a sports hydration company, has reportedly signed a multi-year partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation. This makes the company an official sponsor of U.S soccer. This deal initiates with the SheBelieves Cup, considered to be one of the top women’s soccer tournaments,which begins on February 18 at Exploria Stadium in Orlando with the final match scheduled on February 24. This

Time Manufacturing Co. buys Ruthmann to enhance product portfolio

Time Manufacturing Co. buys Ruthmann to enhance product portfolio
The move will provide both the companies with complementary products and services that allow them to improve their offerings and meet escalating customer demand   Texas-based- Time Manufacturing Company has reportedly announced the completion of the purchase of European manufacturer of aerial work platform- Ruthmann. Based in Gescher-Hochmoor, Germany, Ruthmann carries a long history of developing superior quality, truck-mounted aerial work platforms across Europe which are made available in the market under notable brand names like Ecoline, Steiger, Ruthmann, and Bluelift. Similarly, Time is a leading manufacturer of aerial lifts mainly for the telecommunications, infrastructure, forestry, and

Hyundai unveils new interior design for its EV platform, IONIQ 5

Hyundai unveils new interior design for its EV platform, IONIQ 5
Motioning towards the idea of offering enhanced passenger comfort, Hyundai Motor Company has recently released images of its BEV model, IONIQ 5’s spacious interior. Sources acquaint with this development state that the IONIQ 5 will debut at Hyundai’s virtual world premiere on February 23rd, 2021. Built on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), IONIQ 5 houses a flat battery base that enables a more spacious and modular interior, offering flexible configurations to comfortably seat both passengers and their luggage. The E-GMP platform enables integration of a longer wheelbase and flat floor, features that make IONIQ 5 stand out from other midsize crossovers, particularly those with IC (internal combust