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SEOUL :South Korea’s SK On said on Thursday it has signed a deal with U.S.-based Flatiron Energy Development to supply lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for energy storage systems (ESS).SK On, which supplies automakers including Hyundai Motor, Kia Corp and Ford Motor, said it will supply up to 7.2 gigawatt hours (GWh) of ESS batteries between 2026 and 2030. The company did not disclose the value of the contract. The company said in a statement that it will begin mass production of ESS-dedicated LFP batteries in the second half of next year, adding that it plans to convert some of…

WASHINGTON, DC – AUGUST 26: U.S. President Donald Trump calls on a reporter during a cabinet meeting with members of his administration in the Cabinet Room of the White House on August 26, 2025 in Washington, DC. This is the seventh cabinet meeting of Trump’s second term. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images News | Getty ImagesU.S. President Donald Trump on Monday doubled down on his criticism of India, calling trade ties with the country “a totally one sided disaster!” after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.Trump in a…

The National Restaurant Association has said that tipped workers often make much more than minimum wagePublished Thu, Sep 4, 2025 · 07:27 AM[CHICAGO] McDonald’s pulled out of the trade group that lobbies on behalf of the restaurant industry, in part over a disagreement regarding how workers are compensated.Executives told Wall Street analysts about the move at a recent meeting, Stifel Financial analyst Chris O’Cull said in a note to clients on Wednesday (Sep 3). McDonald’s opposes tipped wages, which allow other businesses to count gratuities towards the minimum pay mandated by law. Employers are required to make up the difference…

SEVERAL Federal Reserve officials who spoke on Wednesday said labour market worries continue to animate their belief that rate cuts still lie ahead for the central bank. “I’ve been clear that I think we should be cutting at the next meeting,” Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said in an interview with CNBC, reiterating the view he has held for some time and led him to dissent at the late July Fed meeting in favour of an easing. “You want to get ahead of having the labour market go down because usually when the labor market turns bad, it turns bad fast,” he said.He added…

[SINGAPORE] Singapore Reit (S-Reit) demand is expected to rise, said RHB Bank analyst Shekhar Jaiswal on Friday (Aug 29).A benign inflation backdrop, falling Singapore Overnight Rate Average (Sora) and 10-year yields, as well as an expectation of two US Federal Funds Rate cuts, were cited as the key factors behind the projected demand lift.Demand for sustainable high-dividend equities is also expected to increase, said Jaiswal.He added that the drop in 10-year Singapore Government Securities (SGS) yield from 2.86 per cent to 1.81 per cent is expected to moderate further to 1.68 per cent by the end of the year.S-Reits and…

[BENGALURU] Gold prices extended their record run on Wednesday (Sep 3), holding firm above the key US$3,500 level, driven by growing investor confidence that the US Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in September. Spot gold was up 0.2 per cent at US$3,540.64 per ounce, as at 8.54 am. US gold futures for December delivery gained 0.4 per cent to US$3,607.60. US rate futures are pricing in a 92 per cent chance of a 25-basis-point Fed rate cut at the end of the two-day policy meeting on Sep 17, according to CME Group’s FedWatch tool. Non-yielding gold typically performs well…

Google is highlighting all of the new changes for the Android ecosystem this morning, which are features that all users should be able to soon take advantage of, if they don’t already have them. The first highlight goes to AI tools inside of Gboard. As many of you may already know, Gboard is capable of taking your existing message and rewriting it in different tones. Google says, “It’s simple to improve your writing further with spelling and grammar fixes, or proofread your entire message with a tap.” And of course, the proofreading and rewriting of messages takes place on device…

If you’re after compact espresso machines that brew café-quality coffee at home, I’ve got you covered. These models range from portable options for travel to sleek, powerful machines with features like high-pressure pumps and milk frothers. They’re designed to save space while delivering rich, flavorful espresso. Whether you prefer manual or automatic setups, there’s something for everyone. Keep exploring, and I’ll show you some top picks to help you find the perfect fit. Key Takeaways Compact espresso machines with high-pressure pumps (15-20 bars) ensure rich, café-quality espresso at home. Features like rapid heat-up, digital PID controls, and programmable settings deliver…

Google has announced a new security initiative that will require all Android app developers to pass verification before their apps can be installed on devices. Yes, that even includes sideloading Android apps outside the Play Store.Android’s greatest strength and its most persistent challenge is its openness. Google’s plan aims to give users more peace of mind, without putting a complete lock on the open ecosystem we value.The initiative is a direct shot at the scammers and malware pushers who have long hidden in the shadows, exploiting anonymity to cause financial harm and chaos. According to Google’s own research, malware downloaded…

As organisations increasingly rely on cloud services to drive innovation and operational efficiency, chief information security officers (CISOs) face a persistent challenge: what happens when a cloud provider’s service level agreement (SLA) doesn’t align with your enterprise’s security and availability requirements? This scenario is more common than many leaders realise. Whether it’s a cutting-edge AI platform from a startup, a specialised SaaS solution with limited security guarantees, or even established cloud providers whose standard SLAs fall short of regulatory requirements, the gap between what providers offer and what enterprises need can be substantial. The modern SLA dilemma Today’s cloud…