Tag: Tesla
on the blockchain
dNFTs are non-fungible and dynamic.
Remember that there are a ton of developers still pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with blockchain technology. “Imagine if every Tesla was tokenized as a dNFT with real-time metadata updates showing its service record, mileage, accident history, market value, […]
tech, startups, internet
Single piece car casting.
Rumor has it Tesla has figured this out. “CEO Elon Musk has often referenced how he has been inspired by Hot Wheels toy cars being made in a single cast piece and hinted that he would like Tesla cars to […]
tech, startups, internet
Daikin’s scared of Tesla, launches ‘pay-per-day’ AC takes off in Africa.
This isn’t a startup, but it’s certainly innovation. “Japan’s Daikin has kicked off an air conditioning “subscription” service in Africa that let’s users turn on the AC – only on days they need it – through a smartphone app. … […]
tech, startups, internet
How Tesla engineers solved the problem of exploding EV batteries.
“A panicked letter from LG Chem arrived at Tesla with a dire demand: Return its batteries. Just as Tesla was proving it could craft a lithium-ion battery pack on its own, the battery industry was grappling with the danger that […]
tech, startups, internet
Tesla’s building a solar neighborhood.
“The first Tesla Solar neighborhood—dubbed the nation’s most sustainable residential community—will be built in Easton Park, a master-planned community in far Southeast Austin near McKinney Falls State Park. The newly built homes will feature Tesla solar roof tiles and Powerwall […]
on the blockchain
Why Tesla, Square & MicroStrategy bought Bitcoin
“What may seem like a smart move for them may not translate into a good one for your company. In this post we explore the motivations behind these BTC buys and why it makes sense for them. Hint: They are […]
big ideas
On battery recycling and the future
JB Straubel, the Tesla co-founder and former CTO, is deep in the battery recycling game. Historically recycling compliance for batteries has been low, but that must change as the volume keeps increasing. “Why Amazon and Panasonic are betting on this […]
tech, startups, internet
Tesla was target of a foiled ransomware attack
A Russian criminal attempted to bribe an employee to introduce malware in the company’s network. Notable here is the bribe amount: $1 million. The employee informed the company and collaborated with the FBI in a sting operation. It makes me […]
tech, startups, internet
Tesla autopilot is better than you think
A play-by-play analysis of Tesla self-driving video. “Most people are amazed by the things that autopilot can do, but Tesla’s software is much better than it seems on the surface.” 7 minutes watch time. | learn more