NASDAQ:LCID 13 July 2025 - 18 July 2025

July 13, 2025 – It’s been a whirlwind weekend in tech. From record-shattering electric vehicles in China and Europe to major moves in crypto policy and renewable energy breakthroughs, the past 48 hours showcased the diverse innovations and headlines redefining technology across the globe. Here are the most important and intriguing tech stories from July 12–13, 2025, spanning consumer gadgets, semiconductor advances, electric vehicles, cybersecurity, clean energy, blockchain, telecom, and more. China’s electric car industry is pushing the performance envelope. Leaks from Chinese auto bloggers hint that Geely’s EV brand Zeekr is preparing a hypercar with over 2,000 horsepower, an unprecedented figure that would eclipse even the 1,500hp Xiaomi SU7 Ultra unveiled earlier this year techradar.com techradar.com. The rumored model – an upgraded version of Zeekr’s 001 FR, which already boasts 1,300hp – would set a new high bar for EV acceleration and track performance. Industry observers note that “the pace of progress in the Chinese EV market is staggering,” with domestic brands rapidly closing the gap with Western automakers techradar.com. If realized, Zeekr’s 2,000hp EV would join a very exclusive club of electric hypercars and underscore China’s determination to lead in next-gen autos.