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Electric Vehicles 17 June 2025 - 13 July 2025

China’s July 2025 Tech Shockwave: AI Supercomputers, Chip Wars & EV Showdowns

China’s July 2025 Tech Shockwave: AI Supercomputers, Chip Wars & EV Showdowns

Moonshot AI released its open-source "Kimi K2" large language model in July 2025, claiming performance on par with top U.S. models. Beijing filings showed 39 new data centers in Xinjiang and Qinghai set to deploy over 115,000 Nvidia H100/H200 GPUs. Moore Threads and MetaX filed for IPOs on Shanghai's STAR Market, seeking ¥12 billion. China completed the BeiDou-3 satellite constellation and began launching the "Three-Body" AI satellite network.
13 July 2025
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EV Battery Economics 2025: Cost-Parity Milestones and Chemistry Breakthroughs

EV Battery Economics 2025: Cost-Parity Milestones and Chemistry Breakthroughs

Global EV battery pack prices dropped about 20% in 2024, reaching the low $100s per kWh. LFP cells in China fell below $60/kWh, with some packs under $90/kWh. As of 2025, LFP makes up 40–45% of global EV battery capacity, NMC about 50–55%, and China holds over 70% of global cell capacity. U.S. battery tax credits and new European factories are spurring investment and local production.
13 July 2025
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Global EV Powertrain and Platform Developments (May–June 2025)

Global EV Powertrain and Platform Developments (May–June 2025)

Tesla confirmed next-generation EVs on a new platform will enter production in early 2025. Ford revealed a low-cost EV platform led by a 500-person team, starting with a mid-size electric pickup. Toyota plans nine new BEVs for Europe in 2025–2026. Global EV sales are forecast to rise 24% year-on-year in May 2025, reaching 1.6 million units.
30 June 2025
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Tesla Inc. – Mid-2025 Comprehensive Company Report (June 28th, 2025)

Tesla Inc. – Mid-2025 Comprehensive Company Report (June 28th, 2025)

Tesla posted Q1 2025 net income of $0.4 billion, down 71% year-on-year, with deliveries falling to about 336,700 vehicles amid Model Y retooling and weaker demand. Full-year 2024 revenue reached $97.7 billion, with net income of $7.1 billion and automotive gross margins dropping to 15%. By mid-2025, Tesla shares fell 19% year-to-date after peaking near $488 in December 2024.
28 June 2025
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Green Technology Trends 2025: Clean Energy and Electric Vehicles (June 27th, 2025)

Green Technology Trends 2025: Clean Energy and Electric Vehicles (June 27th, 2025)

China installed 198 GW of solar and 46 GW of wind in the first five months of 2025, pushing solar capacity to 1,080 GW. A U.S. federal court in June lifted the freeze on the NEVI charging program, releasing $1 billion for 14 states. BYD overtook Tesla as the top global battery EV seller in Q1 2025. Global EV sales hit 7.2 million by May, up 28% year over year.
28 June 2025
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QuantumScape 2025: Latest News, Solid-State Battery Breakthroughs, Financials & Outlook (June 27th, 2025)

QuantumScape 2025: Latest News, Solid-State Battery Breakthroughs, Financials & Outlook (June 27th, 2025)

QuantumScape integrated its Cobra ceramic separator process into baseline production in June 2025, enabling heat-treatment about 25 times faster and reducing equipment size. The stock jumped from $4.33 to $7.65 between June 24 and June 26. In April, QuantumScape announced a collaboration with Murata for high-volume Cobra-based separator production. PowerCo's license to produce up to 40 GWh of QuantumScape solid-state cells was set in mid-2024.
28 June 2025
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Global Technology Trends in June-2025: AI, Quantum, EVs, Space & Beyond

Global Technology Trends in June-2025: AI, Quantum, EVs, Space & Beyond

The global AI market is valued at $758 billion in 2025, projected to hit $3.68 trillion by 2034. Generative AI and large language models drove a 76% spending surge this year, with 78% of companies using AI in at least one function. Apple unveiled new on-device AI features at WWDC, and IBM and RIKEN launched the first IBM Quantum System Two outside the U.S. in June.
26 June 2025
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China’s EV Revolution: From $5,000 Minis to 1,000-km Supercars – How China Is Shocking the Global Car Market

China’s EV Revolution: From $5,000 Minis to 1,000-km Supercars – How China Is Shocking the Global Car Market

China produced over 11–13 million electric cars in 2024, accounting for about 58–70% of global EV output. BYD Auto became the world’s largest EV maker, surpassing Tesla and representing a third of China’s EV sales. NIO’s ET7 sedan reached a 1,000 km range, while NIO operates more than 3,000 battery-swap stations in China and Europe. China exported nearly 5 million vehicles in 2024, leading all countries.
17 June 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • McDonald's Viral Marketing Boosts NYSE:MCD but Tests Sustained Growth
    April 12, 2026, 7:02 AM EDT. McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski's viral tasting of the Big Arch burger and the KPop Demon Hunters meal have sparked strong social media buzz and collectible demand. McDonald's stock (NYSE:MCD) closed at $305.68, showing multi-year returns of 13.4% over three years and 46.9% over five years. Short-term performance remains modest with a 0.8% year-to-date gain. These cultural moments highlight risks and opportunities in converting pop culture relevance into lasting customer growth. Investors should watch whether McDonald's can leverage these viral events into sustained traffic without reputational damage, especially given ongoing pressure on lower-income customer segments. The company's marketing pushes, focused on menu innovation, value, and digital engagement, remain critical as rivals engage publicly in the social media spotlight.

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Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

Bitcoin Price Today Slips After Iran Talks End Without Deal, but ETF Buyers Keep Showing Up

12 April 2026
Bitcoin fell 1.4% to $71,707 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal. Spot bitcoin ETFs logged net inflows last week, with BlackRock and Fidelity leading Friday’s buying. Morgan Stanley launched its MSBT fund on April 8, the first Wall Street bank to debut a bitcoin ETF. U.S. inflation data showed headline CPI up 3.3% in March, while core CPI rose 2.6%.
XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

XRP Price Today: XRP Slips to $1.33 After Failed U.S.-Iran Talks Hit Crypto

12 April 2026
XRP slipped about 1% to $1.33 on Sunday after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad ended without a deal, pressuring crypto markets. The token traded in a narrow range, with bitcoin and ether also weaker. XRP’s market cap stands at $81.7 billion, with $1.96 billion in daily volume. The token remains 63.5% below its all-time high.
Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

Gold Price Today: Bullion Near $4,762 After Weekly Gain, but Failed Iran Talks Cloud Outlook

12 April 2026
Spot gold steadied at $4,761.79 an ounce Friday after a third weekly gain, with U.S. futures at $4,787.40. The dollar posted its biggest weekly drop since January, making gold cheaper for non-U.S. buyers. U.S.-Iran talks ended without a deal, keeping geopolitical risks high. China’s central bank increased gold reserves for a 17th month, reaching 74.38 million ounces.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

US Stock Market Today: Live Updates 12.04.2026

12 April 2026
Futu Holdings (FUTU) rose 10.2% in the past week but trades 13.4% below its January level. Shares closed at $154.50, while analysts estimate intrinsic value at $245.48. The company posted a 92.2% return over 12 months. Valuation models indicate earnings exceed risk costs, supporting long-term growth projections.
India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

India F-35 Deal Hits Pause: Lockheed Martin Says No Direct Talks, U.S. Door Still Open

11 April 2026
Lockheed Martin said it is not in direct talks with India over the F-35, clarifying that any approach must go through official U.S. and Indian channels under the Foreign Military Sales process. Indian officials confirmed no formal discussions on acquiring the F-35 have begun. India recently approved a $40 billion military upgrade, including other fighter jets, while Lockheed’s F-21 remains in a separate competition.
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