March 7, 2024
Tech News
A Pennsylvania mom filed a lawsuit against a school district, claiming retaliation after she posted on Facebook about a negative experience with the school’s superintendent during a drop-off line incident. The superintendent allegedly demanded the removal of the post, and the school board president was accused of sharing surveillance footage of the incident publicly, leading to further embarrassment for the mom. The lawsuit seeks damages for First Amendment retaliation and portraying the mom in a false light.
SpaceX is planning its third Starship test flight for March 14, pending FAA approval. The test aims to demonstrate new objectives, including a propellant transfer demonstration and the first-ever relight of a Raptor engine in space. The mission follows two previous tests that ended in explosions but provided valuable data for improvements. SpaceX’s iterative development approach is crucial for its ambitious goals, including missions to the moon and Mars.
Max (formerly HBO Max) plans to crack down on password sharing outside of subscriber households starting later this year, aligning with actions taken by Netflix and Disney. The move aims to limit unauthorized access while promoting its ad-supported streaming service. The financial impact of the crackdown was not disclosed.
Gentari and JomCharge have deployed a new 150kW DC charging station at the Petronas station in Gunung Semanggol Southbound R&R, enhancing the EV charging infrastructure between Penang and Taiping. The station features dynamic load sharing across three CCS2 connectors, supporting up to 150kW for 800V-based EVs and up to 120kW for 400V-based EVs.
Anker Malaysia has launched its Anker Prime series of power banks, offering capacities ranging from 130W to 250W. The lineup includes a hybrid power bank/charger model and features such as on-board screens for status monitoring and Bluetooth connectivity for remote monitoring via an app. The products are available for purchase online, with prices ranging from RM219 to RM999.
Tech Explained
First Amendment retaliation – The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right to freedom of speech and expression from government interference. First Amendment retaliation occurs when an individual is punished or retaliated against for exercising their right to free speech.
Raptor engine – The Raptor engine is a full-flow staged combustion rocket engine developed by SpaceX for use on their Starship spacecraft. It is designed to be reusable and is powered by liquid methane and liquid oxygen propellants.
EV charging station – An EV charging station, also known as an electric vehicle charging station, is a infrastructure point that supplies electrical power for the recharging of electric vehicles, including electric cars, plug-in hybrids, and any other devices that rely on electricity for propulsion.
Power bank – A power bank is a portable device designed to charge electronic gadgets such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops when a traditional power source is unavailable. It stores electrical energy in a rechargeable battery and can be used to charge devices through a USB or wireless connection.
