(opens original source in a new tab)The Robot ReportHow Protolabs turns CAD files into parts in under 24 hoursProtolabs CTO Marc Kermisch explains how AI, simulation, and design for manufacturing turn CAD files into production parts faster. The post How Protolabs turns CAD files into parts in under 24 hours appeared first on The Robot Report. (opens original source in a new tab)Mike Oitzman·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekEvery 2027 GM EV will plug directly into Tesla SuperchargersGM is putting NACS DC fast-charging ports on its entire 2027 model-year EV lineup. (opens original source in a new tab)Michelle Lewis·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekChevy Equinox EV vs Kia EV3: Which is America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV?The 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV is now on sale, starting at $34,995. The 2027 Kia EV3 starts at $29,890. On GM’s website, it still says the electric Equinox is “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV,” but is it really? (opens original source in a new tab)Peter Johnson·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)CoinDeskTrump-backed World Liberty wins conditional bank charter from federal regulatorThe Office of the Comptroller of the Currency said it granted "preliminary conditional approval" to World Liberty Trust Co. on Friday. (opens original source in a new tab)Nikhilesh De·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)STAT NewsEpic’s alleged anticompetitive practices under scrutiny from federal, state investigatorsEpic Systems is the subject of a broad inquiry into its business practices, people who were contacted by FTC investigators told STAT. (opens original source in a new tab)Casey Ross and Brittany Trang·14 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchSelf-driving trucks are officially testing on California highwaysAurora Innovation and Kodiak AI, two companies developing self-driving trucks, have received permits from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. (opens original source in a new tab)Kirsten Korosec·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)AxiosTrump shrugs off concerns about dismal conditions on USS Abraham LincolnPresident Trump said Friday that he isn't concerned about the state of the USS Abraham Lincoln, despite calls from lawmakers to investigate reports of mental health issues for those onboard. Why it matters: The San Diego-based aircraft carrier has been deployed for nine months, and <a href="https://www.thetimes.com/us/american-politics/article/uss-abraham-lincoln-navy-sailors-jumping-overb (opens original source in a new tab)Donica Phifer·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekPodcast: Tesla Roadster is happening?, Kia EV3 in US, gas pumps replaced, and moreIn the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss the Tesla Roadster actually happening, the Kia EV3 coming to the US, gas pumps being replaced by EV chargers, and more. Today’s episode is sponsored by GM. GM EV charging made easy, with Energy Pass and Plug and Charge. Learn more at https://gmenergy.gm.com/energypass (opens original source in a new tab)Fred Lambert·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)ElectrekWaymo wins California approval to expand robotaxis across 18 countiesWaymo says California regulators have signed off on the biggest expansion of its robotaxi service yet, covering 18 counties from Sonoma down to San Diego. The California Public Utilities Commission approval clears Waymo to charge for fully driverless rides across the whole Bay Area and Los Angeles, and to open two brand-new markets in Sacramento and San Diego. (opens original source in a new tab)Fred Lambert·14 August 2026
(opens original source in a new tab)Patently-ONot Before Us: The Federal Circuit Sidesteps Schedule A in Jacki EaslickFed. Cir. affirms design patent injunction denial in Jacki Easlick v. CJ Emerald, declining to address Schedule A practice in a single footnote. Continue reading this post on Patently-O. (opens original source in a new tab)Dennis Crouch·14 August 2026
Startups (opens original source in a new tab)TechCrunchThrive’s Joshua Kushner chides Silicon Valley VCs over AI euphoriaThe AI opportunity is huge, but "it would also be a grave error in our minds to let excitement weaken our investment discipline," Kushner warns in his first-ever investment letter. (opens original source in a new tab)Julie Bort·14 August 2026