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Gaming giant Razer had been rumoured to be working on a smartphone for some time.

Read more: Razer launches Android smartphone geared towards gamers

None of the most popular illegal streaming devices meet UK fire safety standards.

Read more: Warning: Illegal streaming boxes are a fire hazard

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) blocked Amazon's bid to access more power from the Susquehanna nuclear plant for its Pennsylvania data center, citing grid reliability and consumer cost concerns. The Hill reports: In a 2-1 decision, the FERC found the regional grid operator, PJM Interconnection, failed to prove that the changes to the transmission agreement with Susquehanna power plant were necessary. The regulator's two Republican commissioners, Mark Christie and Lindsay See, outvoted Democratic chair Willie Phillips. The chair's two fellow Democratic commissioners, David Rosner and Judy Chang, sat out the vote. "Co-location arrangements of the type presented here present an array of complicated, nuanced and multifaceted issues, which collectively could have huge ramifications for both grid reliability and consumer costs," Christie wrote in a concurring statement. In a dissenting statement, Phillips argued the deal with Amazon "represents a 'first of its kind' co-located load configuration" and that Friday's decision is a "step backward for both electric reliability and national security." "We are on the cusp of a new phase in the energy transition, one that is characterized as much by soaring energy demand, due in large part to AI, as it is by rapid changes in the resource mix," Phillips wrote. Amazon purchased a 960-megawatt data center next to the Susquehanna power plant for $650 million earlier this year. Following the announcement, PJM sought to increase the amount of power running directly to the co-located data center. However, the move faced pushback from regional utilities, including Exelon and American Electric Power (AEP).

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"AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D debuts with impressive performance gains, powered by advanced 3D V-Cache technology and improved thermal efficiency," writes Slashdot reader jjslash. "While the CPU shines as a top choice right out of the gate, AMD's history of quick price cuts suggests waiting could yield even better value for savvy buyers." TechSpot reports: Today we're finally able to show you how AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D performs, and spoiler alert -- it's a real weapon that solves the issues we encountered with the non-3D Zen 5 chips before this. Without question, this is the best CPU released since the 7800X3D, making this launch particularly exciting. [...] For now, the 9800X3D is mighty impressive, the undisputed king of gaming, and it marks a historic milestone. We don't think AMD has ever been this dominant over Intel, certainly not in the last 15 years.

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Smart energy communities could be a ‘game-changer’ in the transition to renewables, says SETU’s Sean Lyons.

Read more: Why small energy parks are a smart piece of the clean-energy puzzle

While reports suggest the closure of its advocacy division, a spokesperson said advocacy is still ‘a central tenet’ of the non-profit’s work.

Read more: Mozilla Foundation lays off 30pc of staff in division restructure

The CEO of Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, had faced accusations that he had ignored and downplayed internal concerns raised about young users.

Read more: Zuckerberg not liable in social media harm lawsuits, judge rules

In 1991, Sony brought the first rechargeable lithium-ion battery to market. The unique chemistry proved a game-changer in energy storage. Today everything from EVs to smartphones depends on it, with demand skyrocketing.  But lithium is rare, most of it comes from unstable markets outside Europe, and its extraction can cause extensive pollution. We need more lithium to enable the green transition and yet, currently, its use is unsustainable — both environmentally and economically. We’re stuck in a paradox. Munich-based startup Tozero believes that battery recycling offers a way out. Recycling batteries is far from a new concept, but the German venture…

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This state-of-the-art 6,000-square-foot LEED Platinum Certified residence is built solely with sustainability, energy efficiency and comfort in mind.

Thanks to polyurethane foam and Polyglass silicone coating, this 1-million-square-foot warehouse in Texas took on the brunt of an EF2 tornado.

Youthful energy can sometimes run amok, but energy creates more energy. Stagnation creates more stagnation.

A family legacy and great advice from a college professor led Z Roofing & Waterproofing to massive growth.

Wisconsin-based roofing contractor creating a legacy with quality work, giving back.

PJ Fitzpatrick LLC, a Delaware home improvement company, grew from Peter Fitzpatrick's dining table to a $115-million enterprise with 425 employees, five regional offices, and three divisions. 

3BL has ranked Owens Corning fourth in its 2024 100 Best Corporate Citizens list, recognizing the company's transparency and performance in ESG factors, marking its seventh top-10 appearance.

NanoTech Materials has partnered with Tesson Roofing to form a joint venture called Cool Roof Coating Systems LLC, which plans to combat Arizona's summer heat.

Maintaining vigilant awareness and clear communication amidst a construction site's symphonic yet perilous sounds is vital, as U.S. Department of Labor statistics reveal.

2023 Young Gun Liz Garza is multitasking her roofing company and "She's in Roofing" brand to new heights as My Roofing Crew's director of marketing.

My Roofing Crew Chief Culture Officer Liz Garza talks about her path into the roofing industry, why she fell in love with it and how she has used her talents to help her company while promoting diversity.

Vincent Malizia helped transform his family business in one the roofing industry's most volatile markets and he's staying hungry.

A biological scientist by education, Jared Jimenez always enjoyed building. After years of working for corporate America, he decided to build something new: a roofing company in the Dallas-Fort Worth market.

Zonda Tools has unveiled its Diablo Automatic Hot Air Welder, which runs at 4200 watts and can weld at temperatures up to 1,150 degrees Fahrenheit.

Feazel Inc.’s continuous investment in people and technology lead to sustained success.

In addition to its partnerships with Tradepost LLC and Stonecutter Ventures, Feazel is now offering GAF Energy's Timberline Solar Shingle.

The team at Feazel raised $400,000 for children’s charities at its second annual Chip in Fore the Kids golf tournament.

Learn first-hand how RC’s 2021 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year prepared for, executed and maintains a path for explosive growth.

A new bill fast-tracked by lawmakers could broadly impact how Florida roofing contractors get paid.

Ergodyne's expanded head protection caters to workers facing hazards from worker-generated and object-generated impacts, as well as reflective sticker kits for enhanced visibility for those working in hard-hat zones.

GAF's Timberline HDZ Reflector Series shingles are rated by the Cool Roof Rating Council and can be used to comply with Title 24's Cool Roof Requirements and the LA County Green Building Standards Code.

Homeowners are increasingly turning to home energy devices like solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicle chargers - and a new technology called "Heartbeat," powered by AI and developed by Panasonic - is simplifying their management by connecting and optimizing energy systems through a single software platform.

Owens Corning has partnered with Get The Referral to offer a branded referral app for its Roofing Contractor Network, streamlining referrals, rewards, and customer engagement.

Daniel Drohan of Microsol Resources says Building Information Modeling, or BIM technology, is revolutionizing construction by improving design accuracy, streamlining roof maintenance, reducing costs by up to 52%, and driving industry-wide efficiency.

The SolarEdge DC-optimized systems are forecast to reduce carbon emissions by the equivalent of 1,500 tons of coal burned, or 171 homes’ electricity use per year.

The Department of Labor cited S&L Roofing, Gutters and Siding LLC for endangering the owner’s 12- and 14-year-old sons after it was discovered the minors were working on roofs without fall protection, leading to $64,759 in penalties.

Federal inspectors fined a Chrystal Lake, Ill. Construction company $287K for exposing workers to fall hazards on three occasions in the same neighborhood, issuing eight citations for violations dating to May 2024.

Power Home Remodeling, a national full-service exterior home remodeler, is expanding its benefits offerings to subsidize childcare for employees and their families; the benefit will offset the cost of child care by 40%, providing employees up to $5,000 annually for child care costs.

Catch up with Beacon's 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year, Brooke Laizure, and get a glimpse into her pathway to success in roofing, and where she's heading next.

Safety consultant Tammy Clark reports from a jobsite to remind roofing contractors of hazards to avoid when on a low-slope or flat roof.

George Limbert, former Red Roof CEO, has been named Chief Administrative Officer at Feazel Roofing, where he will lead administrative functions and contribute to strategic decision-making.   

 Traditional advertising attempted to interrupt, disengage and refocus attention from what the audience was doing to promote a product or service. 

Gunner Roofing's Andrew Prchal shares how roofing contractors can stand apart from the competition by working with homeowners to help them increase the value of their property.

Schulte Roofing ran up the victories at the Best of Brazos Valley Awards, securing titles in Best Metal, Solar, and General Roofing, marking its 15th BOBV victory.  

Some roofs are so iconic their mere description gives their identity away. Or does it? Take our quiz to test your knowledge (and our writing skills).

Some roofs are so iconic their mere description gives their identity away. Or does it? Take our quiz to test your knowledge (and our writing skills).

The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.

2023 International Roofing Expo keynote speaker Chris Czarnik offers a sober outlook on future difficulties facing the roofing industry's search for qualified workers and what steps contractors should take to ensure their talent pool remains full.

AI-enabled software from Zeitview pinpoints specific anomalies, filters information, and eliminates uncertainty for commercial and residential roofing contractors.

Josey Parks, CEO of Total Home Roofing, blends traditional roofing principles with Silicon Valley inspiration: a tech-forward leader, he explores AI's potential to revolutionize the industry.