Kazakhstan announced the discovery of a rare earth metal deposit with estimated resources of more than 20 million metric tons. Kazakhstan does not currently feature in the U.S. Geological Survey’s list of countries by rare earth metal deposits. If confirmed, the deposit would place Kazakhstan behind only China and Brazil by size of reserves.
Indian packaging products company AGI Greenpac revealed plans to invest Rs7 billion (US$81.8 million) to build a new glass-manufacturing unit in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The proposed facility will be able to produce 500 metric tons of container glass daily.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it has identified 16 federal sites, including storied nuclear research laboratories such as Los Alamos, where tech companies could build data centers in a push to accelerate commercial development of artificial intelligence technology.
Japanese materials manufacturer Kuraray plans to acquire Nelumbo Inc., a California-based company that has developed a unique materials technology for surface modification. Nelumbo was founded in 2016 as a technology start-up out of University of California, Berkeley.
Chiz Bros, a provider of custom solutions for glass refractory and high-temperature applications, acquired its long-term vendor, Advanced Material Science. Advanced Material Science is a thermal and electrical insulation material distributor located in southwestern Pennsylvania, with an additional focus on custom computer numerical control machining.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology and GE Vernova announced the creation of the MIT-GE Vernova Energy and Climate Alliance to help develop and scale sustainable energy systems. The endeavor will encompass research, education, and career opportunities for students, faculty, and staff across MIT’s five schools and the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing.
The Bipartisan Policy Center launched an AI and Energy Task Force composed of tech leaders, power producers, utilities, scholars, nongovernmental organizations, and industry experts to help shape federal policy at the intersection of artificial intelligence and energy.
Switzerland announced plans to broaden its export control framework to cover a range of dual-use emerging technologies, including quantum computing, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, and additive manufacturing. The move reflects a global trend toward regulating quantum technologies, following similar actions by the U.S. and France.
Beginning April 10, China says it will impose a 34% tariff on all U.S. goods, and effective immediately, the country will restrict exports of rare earth minerals. China’s new tariffs and export restrictions are in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs, which will place a combined total of 54% tariffs on Chinese imports starting April 9.
Spirits brands focused on sustainability are producing lighter bottles and packaging. But what are the cost implications and possible damage risks? An article published in The Spirits Business magazine investigates.
The rapid development of artificial intelligence is fueling a data center boom, unlocking billions of dollars in investments to build the infrastructure needed to support data- and energy-hungry models. This surge in construction has created a strong demand for electrical engineers who can design, build, and maintain the necessary infrastructure.
Functional Materials Manufacturing Inc. has developed two novel classes of silicon carbide ceramics. The PERLA class has semiconductor properties and the ability to produce sustained sparking under applied voltage for extended periods of time, both in reduced air and oxidative environments. The SIALOC class can withstand temperatures of up to 1,550°C in air without oxidation or formation of oxide film on its surface.
Corning Incorporated announced the introduction of Gorilla Glass Ceramic, which offers significantly improved drop performance on rough surfaces compared to aluminosilicate glasses. The new material expands Corning’s portfolio of durable cover materials for electronic devices.
AvanStrate Inc., a Vedanta Group company, announced the launch of its Super Green SaiSei series. This industry-first display glass is created with at least 50% recycled content, enabling 95% carbon emissions reduction.
