Category: business

Bose Reinvented Itself Just in Time. Now Comes the Tricky Part

The audio brand might be ticking close to retirement age, but the innovators behind this private company have plenty more tricks up their sleeves, says CEO Lila Snyder. Source

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Hurricane Helene Destroyed Roads. Here’s How to Rebuild—and Flood-Proof Them for Next Time

As it becomes clear that climate change devastation can hit anywhere, engineers are considering how best to protect vital thoroughfares from intense storms. Source

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Waymo’s New Agreement With Hyundai Raises Questions About China

Robotaxi firm Waymo will build its self-driving tech into the Ioniq 5. But what about its relationship with Chinese automaker Zeekr? Source

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Europe Votes to Slap China-Made EVs With Tariffs—but Tesla Gets Off Easy

Despite opposition from Germany, the European Union will start imposing tariffs as high as 45 percent on Chinese-made electric vehicles. Elon Musk’s marque takes the smallest hit. Source

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Shein Workers Have Had It—and They’re Going Public

Workers have been sharing videos alleging the precarious working conditions that have allowed the Chinese ecommerce giant to target unstoppable growth. Source

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Pilots Are Dying of Tiredness. Tech Can’t Save Them

Extended hours after the pandemic have put pressure on pilots in India, who are working longer hours without rest, but monitoring technology to help curb overworking is glitchy and hard to find. Source

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