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Energy Storage Boom: U.S. Exceeds Goal, Batteries Lead Renewable Integration The energy storage industry has surpassed its ambitious target of installing thirty-five gigawatts of grid-connected batteries in the U.S. by 2025, with over forty gigawatts already deployed. This rapid growth, driven by renewable energy integration, is particularly evident in states like Arizona, California, and Texas. Startups like Redwood Materials and Base Power are capitalizing on this boom, with Redwood aiming for twenty gigawatt-hours of battery storage by 2028 and Base Power leasing batteries to homeowners for grid stabilization. Alternative technologies are also being explored to lower costs and diversify storage solutions.

Meta AI, Metas AI chatbot, is partnering with news publishers like CNN, Fox News, USA Today, and Le Monde Group to provide real-time news content. This move marks a shift for Meta, which had previously stopped paying news organizations for their content. The partnership aims to offer a wider variety of viewpoints and content types, helping publishers reach new audiences and improve user experience. Meta AI is available in over two hundred countries and can be accessed through various Meta apps.

The New York Times escalates legal battle against AI startup Perplexity, accusing it of copyright infringement by copying and distributing content from the newspapers website. This lawsuit follows repeated demands for Perplexity to stop using Times content and comes after similar accusations from Forbes and Wired. The Times also recently sued OpenAI for copyright infringement, indicating a different approach to content distribution.

The European Commission fines X (formerly Twitter) for misleading users with its blue checkmark system and hindering research with opaque advertising data. This is the first penalty under the new Digital Services Act, aimed at making online platforms more accountable.

PlayStation Five Gamers Rejoice: New DualSense Controller Offers Significantly Improved Battery Life

Petco, a popular pet supplies retailer, recently experienced a data breach, exposing some customer information. The company discovered the issue themselves, fixed it, and is now offering free credit and identity theft monitoring services to those affected. The breach involved at least 500 California residents, with additional notifications in Massachusetts and Montana. Petco has assured customers of enhanced security measures to prevent future incidents.

Discover the X four, a compact e-reader that magnetically attaches to your phone, transforming it into a distraction-free reading device. Priced at just $69, its affordable and compatible with various phones. While it lacks a built-in light and has a lower screen resolution, its long-lasting battery and customizable features make it an appealing option for those seeking a simple, affordable reading experience.

Metas AI chatbot expands news sources, partners with major outlets like CNN, Fox News, and USA Today, amidst legal disputes over AI content usage.

Netflixs acquisition of Warner Brothers for $82.7 billion marks a significant shift in the entertainment industry, bringing together two powerhouses in content creation and distribution. This deal includes HBO Max and HBO, and could potentially give Netflix access to popular franchises like DC Comics, Game of Thrones, and Harry Potter. However, the merger faces challenges, including antitrust scrutiny and concerns from senators and an anonymous group. The acquisition is expected to be finalized in the third quarter of 2026.