Open-source AI firm Reflection AI is partnering with the Department of Energy to help power the Genesis Mission, a federal scientific research initiative,per an announcement shared exclusively with Axios.
Why it matters: The partnership is a big advancement for a company that's trying to get the U.S. to embrace open-source models.
Fusion energy — tapping the power of the stars — is on the cusp of getting new federal rules.
Why it matters: Regulators increasingly view fusion as fundamentally safer than nuclear fission, helping to pave the way for a substantially simpler permitting process than the one faced by conventional nuclear plants.
A record number of Americans will hit the road over Memorial Day weekend — and they'll pay an average of $1.34 more per gallon at the pump compared to a year ago.
Why it matters: Holiday car trips are proving to be resilient, even as President Trump's war with Iran pushes gas prices sharply higher.
Stellantis plans to add affordable entry-level cars and high-performance trucks to its U.S. showrooms over the next five years as part of a 60 billion euros ($70 billion) global turnaround plan.
Why it matters: Expanding into new market segments is a key aspect of Stellantis' strategy reboot as it tries to reinvigorate its 14 brands and strengthen its financial performance in the hyper-competitive auto industry.
This year's Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be below average in storm activity for the first time in more than a decade, NOAA meteorologists said Thursday in their annual forecast.
Why it matters: Residents should still take the season seriously and prepare now, officials stressed.
"It's very important to understand that it only takes one," NOAA administrator Neil Jacobs told reporters.
Walmart's growth beyond its stores continued in the first quarter, driven by advertising, e-commerce and memberships.
Why it matters: The nation's largest retailer is increasingly making money from the services built around shopping — not just the products on its shelves.
The Environmental Protection Agency is easing Biden-era rules for industries to manage and phase out powerful planet-warming gases used in air conditioning and refrigeration, a White House official said.
Why it matters: Officials claim the plan — which President Trump will unveil at the White House Thursday — will help temper grocery prices.
