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Elon Musk's SpaceX, best known for its Falcon rockets and Starlink satellite internet, is behind a handful of technology brands that many people don't associate with the aerospace company. A rundown of four SpaceX-owned tech brands is drawing attention, reminding readers how far the company's reach extends beyond launching spacecraft.
- 2Gary Shapiro on why trade shows still matter▼Gary Shapiro: why trade shows matter and how to get them right
Gary Shapiro, the longtime head of the Consumer Technology Association and organiser of CES, argues that in-person trade shows remain essential for business. In a Fortune commentary he explains why face-to-face dealmaking, product launches and industry networking cannot be fully replaced by remote alternatives, and offers advice on how companies and organisers can make the most of trade show participation.
- 3Quantum Computing Could Cut Industrial Emissions, BCG Report Finds●Quantum Computing Could Cut Industrial Emissions Without an AI-Sized Footprint, BCG Finds
A new Boston Consulting Group analysis argues quantum computing could help reduce industrial emissions significantly while consuming far less energy than AI data centres. The report positions quantum technology as a climate tool for energy-intensive sectors such as chemicals and materials, offering emissions cuts without the large power footprint associated with artificial intelligence infrastructure.
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PAR Technology, a provider of restaurant and retail technology, says consumers place high value on fast, AI-driven checkout experiences. The company's message, reported by NACS, the association for convenience and fuel retailing, suggests retailers are being urged to adopt artificial intelligence to cut waiting times and improve service speed at the point of sale.