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Stellantis recalls 700,000 vehicles worldwide over fire risk, some Alfa Romeo models may be affected

Stellantis is recalling 700,000 vehicles worldwide over an electrical defect that can trigger fires. Some 2023–2026 Alfa Romeo models may be included.

Stellantis Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles Worldwide Over Backup Camera Software Glitch

Stellantis is recalling nearly 1 million vehicles worldwide over a software glitch that can disable the backup camera image. Owners should check their VIN for a free update.

Intel Beats Wall Street Expectations as AI Chip Demand Rebounds, and Spending Ramps Up

Intel beat Wall Street expectations as AI-driven chip demand rebounded, but its ramped-up manufacturing spend raises the stakes on margins and execution.

China’s EV boom is turning into a $43 billion headache, price wars, unsold cars, and Europe pushing back

China’s EV juggernaut faces a $43B squeeze: too many cars, brutal price cuts, unsold inventory, and new EU tariffs that threaten exports.

The “AI Privateers” Are Cashing In on Generative AI, and Testing the Limits of the Law

Europe’s “AI privateers” are booming, brokers, auditors, and contractors who profit from generative AI while pushing legal and security boundaries.

Oil Markets Are Flashing a Warning: A Summer Price Spike Could Hit Gas and Airfares Fast

Oil traders see a summer squeeze brewing, tight inventories, OPEC+ decisions, and shipping risks could push up U.S. gas prices and airfares.

French Man Ends 3-Day Hunger Strike Over Water Dispute as Utility Operator Signals Possible Concession

A French resident ended a 3-day hunger strike over a drinking-water dispute after operator Saur signaled it may offer a concession, details still unclear.

Microsoft Deepens Ties With France’s Mistral AI as EU Regulators Watch the Cloud-AI Power Play

Microsoft is expanding its partnership with France’s Mistral AI, boosting Azure distribution as EU regulators scrutinize cloud-AI alliances and lock-in risks.

France’s 2026 Car Market Is Splintering: Hybrids Rule, EVs Surge, Diesel Hangs On

France’s 2026 car market is fragmenting fast: hybrids dominate, EV brands push harder, and diesel and LPG survive in narrow, but real, niches.

BNZ taps Sungrow for a massive 240 MWh battery buildout in Italy’s solar boom

BNZ signed a 240 MWh battery deal with Sungrow in Italy, betting big on storage to make solar more profitable as the grid strains under midday power surges.

Dacia’s Boss Lays Out the EV Game Plan: An Electric Sandero, a New Spring, and a China Dilemma

Dacia says an electric Sandero is on the way, a new Spring must stay cheap, and China still matters, until tariffs and politics erase the savings.

France’s Natural Gas Price Drops Aug. 1, Here’s What It Could Mean for Household Bills

France’s gas benchmark price falls Aug. 1, 2026. Selectra pegs heating at about $0.09/kWh, but fees, taxes, and usage decide real savings.

Nice’s Transit System Faces Strike July 22, Threatening Trams, Buses, and Airport Connections

Nice’s Lignes d’Azur transit network expects a strike July 22, with possible tram and bus disruptions in peak tourist season. Riders should check updates.

Report: Secret OpenAI Mega Data Center Deal in Germany, Backed by French Nuclear Power, Has Collapsed

Report says a secret OpenAI-linked mega data center plan in Germany, partly tied to French nuclear power, has been scrapped, spotlighting AI’s energy crunch.

France Braces for a Bigger Clean-Energy Bill: Public Subsidies Could Jump 11% by 2027

France’s renewable-energy subsidies could rise 11% in 2027, as wind, solar, and biomethane expand, putting new pressure on a tight national budget.

China’s AI World Conference Put Smart Robots Front and Center, And That’s the Point

China is turning smart robots into the face of its AI ambitions, using flashy demos to prove its tech can work ories, warehouses, and beyond.

UN Nuclear Watchdog Urges Restraint After Attack on Iran Nuclear Plant Under Construction

UN nuclear watchdog urges restraint after an attack on an Iranian nuclear plant under construction, as key details remain unclear and tensions rise.

China’s EVs Are Being Replaced Like iPhones, And BYD, Nio, and Xiaomi Are Setting the Pace

China’s EV owners are trading cars in 12–18 months as BYD, Nio, and Xiaomi push rapid upgrades and price cuts, turning autos into gadgets.

Thailand’s solar boom is starting to cut household power bills, and Southeast Asia is watching

Thailand’s push into solar and wind is starting to lower household electricity bills, offering a model, and a warning, for energy-hungry Southeast Asia.

Europe Cracks Down on Big Tech Data Centers as Water and Power Grids Hit the Breaking Point

Europe is tightening rules on Big Tech data centers as power grids and water supplies strain, forcing Amazon, Microsoft, and Google to prove local impact.

Xiaomi Jumps Into Solar-Powered Security Cameras, Targeting Farms, Job Sites, and Off-Grid Properties

Xiaomi is launching a solar-powered security camera aimed at farms, job sites, and remote properties, challenging Ring, Arlo, and Eufy in outdoor surveillance.

Norway’s Real-World EV Test Puts Chinese Brands on Top, and Raises the Stakes for Buyers

Norway road-tested 27 EVs in real driving, and Chinese brands surged on efficiency and usable range, raising pressure on Tesla and legacy automakers.