Softbank plots strategic course with newly acquired robotics firms, Boston Dynamics and Schaft
Softbank has acquired two robotics firm, ramping up their vision of seeing new technology. Boston Dynamics and Schaft are trying to push forward in the business-technology market.
Tesla Model 3 users won’t be spoilt with choice at first; Model Y could be the first fully-autonomous EV
The Tesla Model 3 will start rolling out soon, and fans of the electric vehicle want to know whether they will be spoilt with choices. Latest reports suggest buyers will get only two choices in configuration.
Tesla Model Y update: Capital cost may go up significantly if Musk drops shared platform manufacturing model
Tesla Model 3 is undoubtedly the most talked about electric vehicle (EV) currently, with the car slated to release this year. Another EV that is expected to come out of the house of Tesla is the Model Y.
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Tesla Model 3 and SolarCity update: Shares tumble, costs rise and competitors encroach; Automaker could be in a spot of bother
Lyndon Rive, CEO and co-founder of SolarCity, is leaving Tesla in June, not even completing a year after his firm was acquired by cousin Elon Musk. Lyndon wants to spend time with his family and also start a new company.
Medicinal cannabis: Australia receives first licensed import of marijuana; Experts speaks on benefits of growing the drug locally
The first licensed imports of cannabis have arrived in Perth, and seriously ill Australians can now access the imported medical marijuana. The drug has been imported Down Under in a joint collaboration between Swiss cannabis company Creso Pharma and Australian wholesale company Health House International.
Telstra to refund nbn customers not receiving promised speeds
Telstra will be refunding customers who are not getting the speed they were promised from nbn. The Australian telco admitted that about 1 percent of its nbn customers were promised speeds that could not be achieved realistically at their location.
Turnbull announces $50 million centre that promises 500 jobs in Western Sydney
A new high-tech precinct at Badgerys Creek airport will create hundreds of jobs in western Sydney.
Thailand threatens to sue Facebook over anti-monarchy posts
Thailand is demanding Facebook to block access to 131 web pages that its government deems illegal. Authorities will summon representative of the social media giant if it doesn’t comply by Tuesday morning.
Tesla Model Y and Model 3 update: Batteries to last 20 years; Vehicles may be similar in design and feature
Recent reports are of the opinion that Tesla’s use of aluminium could mean that its cars, including Model 3, and batteries could last for 20 years.
Johnson and Johnson ordered to pay woman US$110M over cancer claims
Pharmaceutical company Johnson & Johnson has been ordered by court to pay US$110 million (AU$149 million) to a woman who claimed she developed ovarian cancer from using the brand’s talcum powder for four decades.
Tesla Model 3 update: Latest is not the greatest; Musk busy educating consumers
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has admitted a mistake, and that’s the confusing name for his electric sedan Model 3. He recently revealed that the name has confused many and hurt sales.
NBA: Lonzo Ball ZO2 signature shoes priced outrageously high, LaVar Ball overlooks impact on consumer market
Big Baller Brand has revealed the Lonzo Ball ZO2, the company's signature shoe line created by LaVar Ball for his son Lonzo.
Uniqlo to release Nintendo collection with fan-made designs
Uniqlo recently teamed up with Nintendo for a t-shirt design contest that prompted fans to come up with their own motifs featuring some beloved Nintendo franchises. Here are the top designs that made the cut.
Westpac rules out lending Adani Group's Carmichael mine
Westpac has come up with a new climate change position statement and action plan that ruled out the funding of projects using highest quality coal in advanced power generation technologies.
No more lawsuits: United Airlines reaches settlement with David Dao
Dr David Dao, the United Airlines passenger who was pulled out of his seat and dragged off a flight, has obtained an undisclosed amount of money from the airline.
Toyota US recalls 228,000 Tacoma units
Toyota announced on Thursday that it would recall its 2016 and 2017 model-year Toyota Tacoma due to possible leaked oil leading to the damaging of the car's rear differential.
Tesla Model 3 update: Musk ousts Grohmann, keeps labour strike at bay with bonus and incentives
These are hard times for Tesla, and on top of that its top manufacturing executive has quit. Model 3 release is just months away, and this shake-up at the executive level was the last thing the company wanted.
Reflation: Impact on Australia's economy and things to know
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has noted that the global economy has recovered in investment, manufacturing and trade.
UK retail chains beat Woolworths and Coles on rewards program
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Foreigners flocking to New Zealand aggravates housing shortage and traffic congestion
Andrew Little, Leader of Labour Party, said that the country should rethink its current setting after an unprecedented influx of immigrants in New Zealand.
Furla reacquires Australian distribution network from Luxury Retail Group
Furla has bought back from Luxury Retail Group (LRG) its Australian distribution network.
Westpac follows suit on Commonwealth Bank's fixed rate home loan increase
Westpac has announced that its home loan fixed rate would increase across its owner occupier and investment products.
Otonomo competes with Google and Apple in selling personal data to third parties
An Israeli start-up company, Otonomo, was competing with Google and Apple in monetising personal data within the car industry.
Tesla recalling 53,000 Model S and Model X vehicles due to faulty parking brakes
Tesla is recalling 53,000 of its Model S and Model X vehicles assembled in 2016 to replace faulty electronic parking brakes. The US luxury electric car manufacturer’s shares dropped over 1 percent following its announcement on Thursday.
KFC, Pizza Hut and Starbucks NZ workers' strike action upsets the fast-food chain's owner
Restaurant Brands New Zealand, owner of KFC, Pizza Hut and Starbucks, was disappointed after its workers decided to go on strike on Saturday.
Canberra median house rent broke $700,000 for the first time
Australia's capital has ranked number three as the most expensive to rent a house behind Sydney and Melbourne's median house price.
NSW government allows property owners to rent out entire home via Airbnb
The NSW government has accepted many of the recommendations of the parliamentary inquiry about the permission on renting out entire homes through Airbnb or Stayz.
72% of UK firms suffer fraudulent emails based on cyber security breaches survey
The Department of Culture Media & Sport has released a cyber security breaches survey showing the risks that UK firms faced in 2016.
Tesla Model 3 production may be hit as strike threat looms at company’s German Robotic unit
If latest reports are to be believed, Tesla is facing a massive strike threat that can even halt, or at least disrupt, Model 3 production. The company’s German Robotics unit is on the boil as a labour dispute brews. If workers choose to strike, Tesla’s plans to boost production may go for a toss.
Showpo and Black Swallow settle data theft allegations
Showpo and Black Swallow have settled data theft allegations requiring the latter to pay $60,000 in instalments over the fun and forward online fashion clothing store.
‘Grand Theft Auto 5’ Windows 10 Creators Update bug fix and using game to test AI of driverless cars
If latest reports are to be believed, many gamers are regretting upgrading their operating system to the Windows 10 Creators Update. “Grand Theft Auto 5” players have experienced issues and bugs as well. The game’s launcher is crashing whenever players are opening it. Thankfully, there’s a fix.
Woolworths combats Amazon's entry through simplified loyalty program
Woolworths director of loyalty and customer data Ingrid Maes said that the supermarket giant has benefited through its simplified loyalty program.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y could be followed by a semi-truck, pickup and sports car
There’s a lot going on Tesla apart from the Model 3 electric sedan. Musk recently sketched out a timeline for the arrival of a sports car, pickup and semi truck. The company seems to expand its line-up of electric vehicles.
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