Category: start ups

Former Tesla Engineer Aims to Build Next Generation Electric Battery Material Plant in the US by 2024

Sila Nanotechnologies, a battery startup founded in 2011 by a former Tesla engineer, announced on May 3 plans for a new plant based in the United States that will mass-produce material for low-cost next-generation batteries with a longer range and is not dependent on manufacturing in China. “In a commitment to ensure America retains global leadership…


Boeing Invests $450 Million in Flying Taxi Developer Wisk

Wisk Aero, a U.S. electric air taxi developer, has secured $450 million in new funding from Boeing, according to a Jan. 24 press announcement. The California-based Wisk is working on the development and certification of an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for future pilotless flying taxis. Wisk has invested much in software and technology…


What Kind of Business Should You Start?

Article by Ruth Agbaji I am not going to lie to you. Starting any business takes a lot of time, effort, money and commitment. When you are working hard and dedicating time and effort to starting a company, you want to make sure it is the right kind of business for you. Some people’s personalities make…