The US government has launched a review of the critical minerals sector, utilizing the Section 232 “national security” mechanism under the 1962 Trade Expansion Act. The action follows the invocation of the Defense Production Act by the Trump administration with regard to critical minerals in March 2025 to determine policies to boost US production.

There’s a new battle taking place on your computers and your phones that will shape how you use technology for years to come. Google is leading the charge—albeit it’s not alone, and Gmail will likely change more than any other platform. That means serious decisions for its 3 billion users, who are well advised to think before clicking “yes.”

Smartphones today are more powerful than ever, packed with apps to help with everything from checking the weather to managing your finances. But as you add more and more apps, your home screen can easily become chaotic, cluttered with icons and widgets. Trying to find the app you need amid the digital clutter can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to bring some order back to your phone: app folders.

The future of electric vehicles (EVs) just got a major boost, thanks to a groundbreaking innovation out of China. Imagine pulling into a station, swapping out your electric car’s battery in just a few minutes, and hitting the road again as quickly as you would at a regular gas station. Thanks to Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), this dream could soon become a reality. With their new battery-swapping stations, CATL is aiming to solve one of the most persistent issues faced by EV owners: long charging times.