#Train Battery Trends

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Train Battery Market Trends and Insights: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Industry's Growth and Future Prospects

The train battery market is a rapidly growing industry, driven by the increasing demand for efficient and sustainable energy solutions in the rail transportation sector. The market is expected to continue its upward trend, with a projected growth rate of 4.6% from 2023 to 2030, according to a recent report by Intent Market Research. This growth is attributed to several factors, including the expanding railway networks, the development of high-speed trains, and the increasing adoption of electric and hybrid trains.

Market Size and Growth

The global train battery market was valued at USD 277 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 378 million by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during the forecast period. The market is expected to witness significant growth, driven by the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in the rail sector.

Market Segmentation

The train battery market is segmented based on battery type, rolling stock type, application, and region. By battery type, the market is divided into lead-acid, nickel-cadmium, and lithium-ion batteries. Lead-acid batteries are the most widely used type, accounting for the largest market share. Nickel-cadmium batteries are used in emergency power applications, while lithium-ion batteries are used in advanced train applications.

By rolling stock type, the market is segmented into locomotives, metro, monorail, tram, freight wagons, and passenger coaches. The locomotive segment is expected to dominate the market, driven by the increasing demand for efficient and sustainable energy solutions in the rail sector.

Market Drivers

The train battery market is driven by several factors, including the expanding railway networks, the development of high-speed trains, and the increasing adoption of electric and hybrid trains. The growing demand for energy-efficient solutions in the rail sector is also driving the market growth.

Market Restraints

The train battery market faces several restraints, including the high capital costs associated with the development and implementation of advanced train battery technologies. Additionally, the market is also affected by the regulatory environment, which can impact the adoption of new technologies.

Market Opportunities

The train battery market presents several opportunities for growth, including the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in the rail sector, the development of high-speed trains, and the increasing adoption of electric and hybrid trains. The market also presents opportunities for the development of new battery technologies and the expansion of existing ones.

Competitive Landscape

The train battery market is highly competitive, with several major players operating in the market. The market is dominated by companies such as Hitachi Rail Limited, BorgWarner Akasol AG, and Toshiba Corporation. These companies are expanding their presence by acquiring other market participants and forming strategic alliances with other companies.

Future Prospects

The train battery market is expected to continue its upward trend, driven by the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in the rail sector. The market is expected to witness significant growth, driven by the increasing adoption of electric and hybrid trains, the development of high-speed trains, and the expanding railway networks.

Conclusion

The train battery market is a rapidly growing industry, driven by the increasing demand for efficient and sustainable energy solutions in the rail transportation sector. The market is expected to continue its upward trend, driven by the increasing adoption of electric and hybrid trains, the development of high-speed trains, and the expanding railway networks. The market presents several opportunities for growth, including the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in the rail sector and the development of new battery technologies.

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Train Battery Market Will Touch USD 429.5 Million in 2030

The train battery market was USD 267.6 million in 2023, and it will rise to USD 429.5 million, powering at a 7.0% compound annual growth rate, by 2030. This is because of the increasing requirement for high-speed trains & metros, growing investment for railway-electrified network projects, and improvements in energy storage systems. Moreover, government backing and help also play an important…

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If possible could you do the Batkids summoning the Ghost King on a dare?

It starts with Tim because most insane things do. Kon had sent him a link to a trend, asking him to try it the next time Young Justice got together.

He made the mistake of clicking on the link while sitting near his siblings in the gaming room. The audio is also on full blast because he didn't realize his headphones were out of battery.

Thus while waiting for his turn to play Mario Kart, a loud male moan echoes from his speakers. Tim freezes in his seat, staring at his phone in horrified betrayal, as seven heads snap in his direction.

"Ugh, Timmy? Those are videos you should be watching alone" Dick says with half a teasing smirk. "I know you're growing up and are curious about-"

"It's not like that! It's a summoning circle!" Tim yelps, turning the phone around. On his screen, five male teenagers sit in a circle, each holding hands. Moaning. The caption reads, "Summoning the Ghost King! What's your offer?".

"What the hell?" Jason squints as the teenagers in the video burst into laughter. They jeer and taunt each other good naturally, indicating the random moaning was in jest.

"Oh, I know that trend!" Cullen chirps from the floor. He's been hugging the bowl of chips all night, laying down on his stomach to keep it guarded from the others. "Basically, you try to summon the Ghost King by offering something random. Guess he doesn't respond to human sacrifices or the typical stuff, so people have been getting creative. I once saw a group of girls who burned their training bras and offered the King the ashes. The point is to pick the weirdest thing you can think of."

"That's the stupidest thing I have ever heard. We have to try it." Steph announces, standing up. She pushes the coffee table out of the way. The rest of their siblings, who weren't as into the speeding game, perked up in interest. "What do we need?"

"Um," Tim scrolls through the comments. "We need four never before lite candles, each placed in the positions of the four directions. We have to sit crossed leg in a circle holding hands and call out to the King with a poem, and at the end, we make our offering."

Harper springs up. "I got some candles! Do they matter if it's scented?"

Tim checks online. "It's not recommended, but it's fine if they are."

"This is idiotic! Attempting to make contact with the Ghost King is far too dangerous. I shall take no part in this foolery!" Damian cuts in, face twisted into a- surprisingly- nervous frown. His hands are clasped tightly over each other while his eyes roam the room looking for unseen threats. If Tim didn't know any better, he said the brat was scared.

"Aw Dami, if you don't want to do a summons, we can play the game of life or something. It's okay to be scared of ghosts" Dick says, placing his hand on the kid's shoulder. He was obviously trying to comfort the kid but it has the opposite effect.

"I am not scared of a mere ghost!" Damian hisses. "I am merely stating we should not bother forces well out of our leagues!"

Jason snorts, planting himself on the ground as Harper returns. She had four different color candles, purple, blue, black, and green. After consulting with Cass- a human compass-she placed them facing the east, west, south, and north.

"Why did you make that disgusting noise Todd?" Damian demands narrowing his eyes at the striking man.

"Just admit you're scared of ghosts, brat. No one is going to judge you for it."

"I said I was not scared of a mere ghost. The Ghost King is far more powerful then-"

"Alright, alright. Damian is too much of a scary cat to play, but who else is in?" Steph cuts him off, a knowing glint in her eyes. The youngest flushes angrily before he marches between the green and black candle and sits with his legs crossed. A nasty scowl is playing on his lips, likely not noticing the high-five Jason and Steph share for getting him to join.

Cass gracefully falls right next to Damian, offering the younger boy a small. His scowl lessens just a little. Cullen crawls his way over, pressing the bowl of chips to his hip protectively once he's sitting up. He ended up between the green and the purple candle, offering Cass a smile. Harper lands next to Cullen, cracking her neck as if preparing for a fight.

Dick does an unnecessary flip over the couch to take the place between the purple and blue candles. Next to him, Steph sits, her knee bumping the blue candle slightly. Jason struts over to sit next to Steph right between the blue and black candle. Duke shares the space with him, giving just a slightly nervous chuckle as Tim and Babs push the black and green candle apart a little to squeeze into though Babs remains in her chair.

"Alright, so the person with the candle on their right side has to light it. Do it at the same time. Once that happens, we join hands and do chat about the poem. Says only one person has to say the words, but if you want, I can send the link in the family group chat so we can all say it?" Tim waits to see them consider it, but Cass excited nodding has him copying the link he found on an online forum. A few dings go around the room as everyone checks their phones. "Now we have to decide on a sacrificial offering."

"We should do our most embarrassing secrets," Jason suggests.

"No, no, our fabulous hair!" Dick perks up, flipping said hair in a dramatic flair.

"It has to be something we all share," Tim says, eyeing Duke's short hair.

The other teenager makes an offended noise. "My hair is fabulous!"

"We offer the gay." Cullen cuts in. The rest turn to look at him as he wiggles his fingers. "Ohhhhhh! We're all fruity~! Spooky!"

"Babs isn't," Dick puts in only to see his best friend shake her hand in a so-and-so motion. He gapes at her before throwing his head back and laughing "We really do flock together!"

"So we agree? The gay?" Tim tries to say seriously, but his lips are twitching too much, trying to suppress a smile. There is agreement around the circle. He gives on a single node before passing around the matches Harper had brought. "How are we going to do this, though. Do we just shout, "I'm gay," or are we giving material things?"

"Let's write our gay awakening on a piece of people," Babs suggests grabbing her bag from where it hands on her chair handles. She tucks out a spiral notebook and a few pens. "I read that summoning needs something physical."

Everyone agrees as they pass along the notebook, writing down their awakening. Tim raises a brow at Damian's "Jon Kent" but doesn't call him out for it. After all, Conner Kent goes under his little brother's writing in his own writing.

He does wonder who Danny Fenton is, but knows better than to ask Cass about her life before the manor.

"Okay, let's do this! On the count of three- one-two-three!" Tim calls, watching Damian, Harper, Steph, and Duke simultaneously lite at the candle. They all hold hands, reading off phones that are prompted up by either their legs or kickstands on cases.

"We call upon the Undead King,

The one who bridges the realms,

The one who wields the Ring,

The one who will lead dies and breathes!"

There is a moment of silence where Tim swears he feels a slight shock along his fingertips, but it passes too quickly for him to care. Seeing as he is the ring leader, he calls out to the air. "Oh great King of the Dead, my siblings and I offer you a list of our gay awakening!"

"Stop, stop!" The youngest yells, leaping to his feet. His eyes are wild, scrambling to a far wall like a cornered animal. "No! He's coming!"

"Coming out the closet, like mama, I like boys, I like pecs

Like the arms when they flex!" Stephs suddenly sings, swaying in her seat. Everyone laughs before joining, and Tim wonders if they should have recorded this when suddenly Damian shrieks.

"Damian, who-"

The candles' flames all turn green as a haunting voice echoes through the room. "Your sacrifice has been accepted."

Tim's mouth drops open as the flames rise into the air forming a portal of liquid green. Familiar green. No wonder Daimain had been so scared. That was Lazarus Pit water. This meant this was the real deal, not just a random trend popularized by stupid teenagers.

Leaping Lizards Batman.

"What-what do we do!?" Cullen yelps as a burst of wind rips around the room, throwing everyone back. A laugh that sounds far too much like the Joker is heard through the portal as everyone tries to get into a fighting position with the wind pushing against them.

A head of snow-white hair peaks out and they are greeted by a laughing teenager. "A gay awaking sacrifice list! That's hilarious!"

"Who are you!" Tim hears Jason demand over the howling wings.

Another laugh, but this time, it sounds like clicking ice cubes is a response. "I'm Phantom!"

Tim has a second to see, wide green glowing eyes before the ghost reaches down, snatches their list, and zaps away.

Cass falls to her knees with a look of horror. "They know"

"I told you this was idiotic!" Damian screams, shaking so hard he looks like he will burst into tears in only a few seconds. Dick rushes over to him, pulling the sniffing boy into his arms. "We must never do this again!"

No one knows what to do in the wake of actually succeeding in calling the Ghost King or watching Dmaian cry from fear.

A ringtone plays from Cass's phone, breaking the ill silence. Tim catches a glimpse of "Danny" with two little hearts before his sister grabs the cell and leaps through an open window with what could only be a squeal.

"What the fuck just happened?" Cullen asks, but Tim can only offer him a shrug.

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LMAO getting more caught up and I've noticed something interesting about Sun. A trend really

So I just finished the episode "Magic training begins! In VRchat" and his new teacher said they'd teach Sun how to pull magic from everywhere around him.

So he can eventually do magic without a mana pool.

This reminds me, that's exactly what he was taught to do with Star power. He pulls star power in from around him and he then proceeds to manipulate it etc etc.

Something else unique about him is he's Solar powered. One of the only ones implied to have Solar energy. It's why he's able to run on nothing. Why he can avoid charging for literal days on end.

I just want to point out Sun is setting himself up to basically have infinite power. He'll never run out of juice. He can now draw from infinite resources. Draw energy from the literal air around him.

Taurus met Sun and the first thing he noticed is Sun is wreathed in power. He pointed out he was radiating it. The sense I got he didn't even dislike it. What he did dislike was Sun teaching someone else how to use it who proceeded to misuse use it.

As we know, when the Creator wanted to kidnap Lunar it was to use him as a star power battery because unlike Sun who just draws on Star power (rarely tho because he can explode if he holds it too much) Lunar produces it and the Creator wanted that.

Just an interesting observation that Sun can tap into so many volatile power sources. They're all meant to corrupt too, but Sun managed to avoid that. He's this uncorruptible source of strength for the family etc.

I understand that for laes Rez/Res is probably going to move in and do things to Lunar and Earth soon, and they can corrupt things with their power.

🤨

Anyways, remember Dark Sun? Just Sun. He's also using power sources but doesn't show signs of being corrupted by it. He's actually going cross-dimensionsal and made the impossible possible (Omg Sun-core!) by absorbing Star Power in other dimensions. I think he's using the star power to feed his pet dragon but anyways.

Both he and Sun display a learned ability to sense star power and nsp. Sun knew when Nexus showed up in their house and D! Sun told Nexus when to purge his overabundance of nsp. But he also walked away because he mentioned he's basically drowning from the amount of nsp Nexus purged.

Sun also noticed the pressure Taurus exudes similarly to Lunar. So far they're the only two Taurus used his aura/pressure anime intimidation thing on.

Just a thing I noticed.

[eiraeths]

do you guys want some of my cod 141 headcanons you’re getting them anyways

SOAP

-puts stuff in his mouth a lot to hold it when he runs out of hands (this includes when he’s making explosives, it stresses everyone out)

-gets cute aggression and bites people

-will also bite in a fight

-has bits and pieces of rubble from explosions that he thought looked pretty

-is feral, like he takes a hit to the face during a spar and grins with blood trickling into his mouth

-had a graffiti phase as a teen that never fully left and because of it he writes in all capital letters. this is great when they need something written down where no one can read it. (the 141 probably had a meeting where they went over how to read his handwriting)

-has dreams so realistic he wakes up confused wondering if it was a memory he forgot about even if it didn’t make sense

-military grade anger issues

-never fully grew out of his punk phase

-his childhood room was full of road signs and traffic cones

-is actually a hardass when it comes to training recruits (i think the proper term for privates in the sas is troopers but im calling them recruits cause that seems to be the term everyone uses)(everyone thought his bright attitude meant that he’s laid back and easygoing. no. he’s not. yall ever seen those videos of drill sergeants coming up with the most creative insults? thats him)

-randomly says “i am normal and can be trusted around military grade weapons”

-his journal from the og games is a must in the remaster sorry i don’t make the rules

GHOST

-can play guitar super fucking well, im talking full on fingerstyle ballads

-major staring problem, if he doesn’t want to talk to someone he’ll stare until they go away. sometimes stares at people for no reason. also stares when he wants something. he’s always watching.

-would be interested in getting into blacksmithing if he didn’t grow up poor and hates spending money on himself that isn’t out of necessity (seriously you need like 30k to start a forge)

-can and will obsess over damascus patterns in blades (i feel like his favorite pattern would be fish bone or those really complicated mosaic patterns. he gets soap into it too by showing him fireball patterns)

-never grew out of echolalia and because of this is amazing at mimicking noises (he mimicks smoke alarm battery low noises and phone chimes to troll people sometimes.)

-road rage, but its quiet fuming comments that make you grip the oh shit handle for dear life (“you better turn off your fucking highbeams or i can’t be blamed for the head on collision that’s about to happen”)(no one can tell if he’s serious or not)

-hates tin foil, hearing it or touching it makes him clench his jaw because it feels like he can feel it in his teeth

-secret sweet tooth, but it comes and goes. sometimes he’s disgusted by anything sweeter than white bread and other times he can fuck up an entire box of lil debbie cakes

-can hand sew efficiently and fast as fuck

-his favorite type of blanket is a heavy quilt

GAZ

-is aggressively hydrated and is one of those people who carry around those big 128 oz water bottles

-gets competitive over karaoke (it took him months to convince everyone to join and he only got the idea after finding out soap wanted to be in a band as a teen and that he spent days learning how to properly vocal fry)

-says WOO! when he’s super fucking excited (will throw his arms up as well if soap is around because the two of them are an echo chamber of emotion)(the WOO! might actually be canon theres a voice line in warzone)

-probably the most up to date on modern fashion trends (get this man a long cashmere coat he deserves it)

-he does own a bedazzled cap he found at a gas station though (it’s hideous)

-elaborate skin care routine (he’s conned everyone to have some sort of routine. especially ghost. he got so concerned when it hit him that ghost was always wearing the eyeblack)

PRICE

-listens to black label society (i won’t budge on this its not even a head canon to me anymore its fact it was revealed to me in a dream)

-plays solitaire (he’s a very high level and it took him less than a year to get there. no one knows where he found the time to play for that long)

-drives a manual and shames people who don’t know how to work a stick

-literature nerd (im talking all the classics and philosophy books this man can get his hands on)

-discovered tennessee moonshine and has thought about it ever since

-smacks people on the back of the head when they’re doing something stupid

-if anyone makes a negative comment on his facial hair he gives them the dirtiest side eye

GEN/MULTI

-gaz and soap carry those big contractor waterproof sharpies and leave gaz was here or soap was here everywhere they go (this stemmed from soap’s graffiti phase and gaz turned it into a competition. they once got into a competition on who could leave the most signs until price called them muppets and confiscated their sharpies)

-ghost put soap in air jail once, it was very effective

-gaz and soap go to the gym together and take photos in the mirrors after they’re done (somewhere there’s a photo of the time they got ghost to join and they even got him to flex an arm)

-ghost and soap are professional assholes to each other.

-none of the 141 are allowed play card games and gamble with each other because they’re all dirty charlatans

-price tried to stop smoking only once and carried around gum and peppermints. ghost stole the peppermints and soap wouldn’t stop asking for gum

-gaz and ghost are the only ones who really try to adhere to the lights out rule. price and soap can be seen drinking coffee throughout the day

-all of them can hold a grudge for life

-ghost clears his throat loudly when any of them smoke by him. or stares. depends on the say

-if any of the smokers see another outside smoking and decides to join them it turns into a drawn out conversation about the most mundane topics

-the 141 can have full conversations of pure sarcasm nons

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meet the users: the angels .ೃ࿔﹢࿐ ☆

huh yunjin (lyra)~ @ jenifrmtheblock

❀ vocalist and dancer who trained for 4 years before debuting in le sserafim. she’s the ‘middle child’ of her group and the supposed reason for sakura’s grey hairs. yunjin’s the funny one in her group just not to her members because they don’t get her american ass jokes. to fans though she’s the american who’s chronically online and borderline an ipad kid so of course she’s fairly popular. instead of actually addressing her feelings she writes them in songs then never thinks about them again.

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miyawaki sakura~ @ifeelbonita

❀ vocalist and dancer who debuted in japan nearly 13 years ago, then in korea around 6 years ago, and again in korea with le sserafim. honestly, she’s just a tired wine mom with 4 kids at this point. she prioritizes taking care of all of her members and sometimes a little more than herself, but that’s something she’s willing to sacrifice if it means her girls are happy. she’s only been in one committed relationship which is a little disjointed right now, tbh she doesn’t even know what’s going on between the two of them. as the oldest member she’s made fun of for being of the loop on nearly every trend but surprises her members every now and again. 

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kim chaewon~ @nepobabychae

❀ leader and vocal who trained for 10 months before her first debut then trained again for about 9 month before debuting in le sserafim. sakura knows her best since they’ve known each other the longest. when it comes to her relationships she has none because she’s the most awkward and dorky mf known to man when a pretty girl comes around…so yeah she has no game. what she does have is a staring problem.

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nakamura kazuha~ @toeshews

❀ dancer and rapper who trained for 12 weeks before making her debut with her members. girlie is an ex-ballerina and her company will not let anyone forget about it…ever. she has literally no interest in dating to the point where she forgets people actually want to date her and laughs when she gets asked out because she thinks its a joke. she’s the second youngest and along with yunjin drains the life out of chaewon like it’s a hobby. sometimes she pretends she doesn’t understand korean so she can eavesdrop on conversations. 

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hong eunchae~ @ohmymanchae

❀ dancer and vocalist who trained for 6 months before debuting in le sserafim. she’s the youngest and her group’s pride and joy. whenever she does anything her members already have phones out to take pictures while they marvel over her just breathing. eunchae is so energetic it’s like she runs on lithium batteries, but nobody complains. she’s the actual reason for sakura’s grey hairs.

[fragile-practice]

Week in Review

October 23rd-29th

Welcome to Fragile Practice, where I attempt to make something of value out of stuff I have to read.

My future plan is to do longer-form original pieces on interesting topics or trends. For now, I'm going to make the weekly reviews habitual and see if I have any time left.

Technology

OpenAI forms team to study ‘catastrophic’ AI risks, including nuclear threats - Tech Crunch; Kyle Wiggers

OpenAI launched a new research team called AI Safety and Security to investigate the potential harms of artificial intelligence focused on AI alignment, AI robustness, AI governance, and AI ethics.

Note: Same energy as “cigarette company funds medical research into smoking risks”.

Artists Allege Meta’s AI Data Deletion Request Process Is a ‘Fake PR Stunt’ - Wired; Kate Knibbs

Artists who participated in Meta’s Artificial Intelligence Artist Residency Program accused the company of failing to honor their data deletion requests and claim that Meta used their personal data to train its AI models without their consent.

Note: Someday we will stop being surprised that corporate activities without obvious profit motive are all fake PR stunts.

GM and Honda ditch plan to build cheaper electric vehicles - The Verge; Andrew J. Hawkins

General Motors and Honda cancel their joint venture to develop and produce cheaper electric vehicles for the US market, citing the chip shortage, rising costs of battery materials, and the changing market conditions.

Note: What are the odds this isn’t related to the 7 billion dollars the US government announced to create hydrogen hubs.

'AI divide' across the US leaves economists concerned - The Register; Thomas Claburn

A new study by economists from Harvard University and MIT reveals a significant gap in AI adoption and innovation across different regions in the US.

The study finds that AI usage is highest in California's Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area, but was also noted in Nashville, San Antonio, Las Vegas, New Orleans, San Diego, and Tampa, as well as Riverside, Louisville, Columbus, Austin, and Atlanta.

Nvidia to Challenge Intel With Arm-Based Processors for PCs - Bloomberg; Ian King

Nvidia is using Arm technology to develop CPUs that would challenge Intel processors in PCs, and which could go on sale as soon as 2025.

Note: I am far from an NVIDIA fan, but I’m stoked for any amount of new competition in the CPU space.

New tool lets artists fight AI image bots by hiding corrupt data in plain sight - Engadget; Sarah Fielding

A team at the University of Chicago created Nightshade, a tool that lets artists fight AI image bots by adding undetectable pixels into an image that can alter how a machine-learning model produces content and what that finished product looks like.

Nightshade is intended to protect artists work and has been tested on both Stable Diffusion and an in-house AI built by the researchers.

IBM's NorthPole chip runs AI-based image recognition 22 times faster than current chips - Tech Xplore; Bob Yirka

NorthPole combines the processing module and the data it uses in a two-dimensional array of memory blocks and interconnected CPUs, and is reportedly inspired by the human brain.

NorthPole can currently only run specialized AI processes and not training processes or large language models, but the researchers plan to test connecting multiple chips together to overcome this limitation.

Apple’s $130 Thunderbolt 4 cable could be worth it, as seen in X-ray CT scans - Ars Technica; Kevin Purdy

Note: These scans are super cool. And make me feel somewhat better about insisting on quality cables. A+.

The Shifting Web

On-by-default video calls come to X, disable to retain your sanity - The Register; Brandon Vigliarolo

Video and audio calling is limited to anyone you follow or who is in your address book, if you granted X permission to comb through it.

Calling other users also requires that they’ve sent at least one direct message to you before.

Only premium users can place calls, but everyone can receive them.

Google Search Boss Says Company Invests to Avoid Becoming ‘Roadkill’ - The New York Times; Nico Grant

Google’s senior vice president overseeing search said that he sees a world of threats that could humble his company at any moment.

Google Maps is getting new AI-powered search updates, an enhanced navigation interface and more - Tech Crunch; Aisha Malik

Note: These AI recommender systems are going to be incredibly valuable advertising space. It is interesting that Apple decided to compete with Google in maps but not in basic search, but has so far not placed ads in the search results.

Reddit finally takes its API war where it belongs: to AI companies - Ars Technica; Scharon Harding

Reddit met with generative AI companies to negotiate a deal for being paid for its data, and may block crawlers if no deal is made soon.

Note: Google searches for info on Reddit often seem more effective than searching Reddit itself.  If they are unable to make a deal, and Reddit follows through, it will be a legitimate loss for discoverability but also an incredibly interesting experiment to see what Reddit is like without Google.

Bandcamp’s Entire Union Bargaining Team Was Laid Off - 404 Media; Emanuel Maiberg

Bandcamp’s new owner (Songtradr) offered jobs to just half of existing employees, with cuts disproportionately hitting union leaders. Every member of the union’s eight-person bargaining team was laid off, and 40 of the union's 67 members lost their jobs.

Songtradr spokesperson Lindsay Nahmiache claimed that the firm didn’t have access to union membership information.

Note: This just sucks. Bandcamp is rad, and it’s hard to imagine it continuing to be rad after this. I wonder if Epic had ideas for BC that didn’t work out.

Surveillance & Digital Privacy

Mozilla Launches Annual Digital Privacy 'Creep-o-Meter'. This Year's Status:  'Very Creepy' - Slashdot

Mozilla gave the current state of digital privacy a 75.6/100, with 100 being the creepiest.

They measured security features, data collection, and data sharing practices of over 500 gadgets, apps, and cars to come up with their score.

Every car Mozilla tested failed to meet their privacy and security standards.

Note: It would be great if even one auto brand would take privacy seriously.

EPIC Testifies in Support of Massachusetts Data Privacy and Protection Act -Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)

Massachusetts version of ADPPA.

Note: While it may warm my dead heart to see any online privacy protections in law, scrambling to do so in response to generative AI is unlikely to protect Americans in any meaningful way from the surveillance driven form of capitalism we’ve all been living under for decades.

Complex Spy Platform StripedFly Bites 1M Victims - Dark Reading

StripedFly is a complex platform disguised as a cryptominer and evaded detection for six years by using a custom version of EternalBlue exploit, a built-in Tor network tunnel, and trusted services like GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket to communicate with C2 servers and update its functionality.

iPhones have been exposing your unique MAC despite Apple's promises otherwise - Ars Technica

A privacy feature which claimed to hide the Wi-Fi MAC address of iOS devices when joining a network was broken since iOS 14, and was finally patched in 17.1, released on Wednesday.

Note: I imagine this bug was reported a while ago, but wasn’t publically reported until the fix was released as a term of apple’s bug bounty program.

What the !#@% is a Passkey? - Electronic Frontier Foundation

Note: I welcome our passkey overlords.

[claireandacat]

Bed rotting: ND kids did it first

Oh boy my first blog post!

A couple months ago I had the Kelly and Mark show on at the waiting room at the urgent care I used to work at. I worked the front desk so I had full view of what was going on before the company I worked at said we apparently need a license to play tv in a medical facility.

Mark and Kelly talked about a Gen Z trend called “bedrotting”. Idk about you but I thought they were going to talk about dying in bed or something.

Nope.

Bed rotting by no formal definition is basically spending time in your bed by choice. Some people doom scroll on their phones, some might watch Netflix and others might do face masks n stuff. I tend to do all of the above.

Gen Z is calling this a form of self care. Now, I’m 26 and was born in 1996. In the words of Brittney Broski “Those born 1994-1998, what are we really?” Which if that’s not the truth idk what is. Am I a millennial or Gen Z? Some charts say one or the other but I like the term Zillennial. So yes in a way I can relate to Gen Z.

I heard Kelly and Mark talk about how it’s a “trend” and as they rambled on about it I realized something.

I’ve been spending my weekends bed rotting since middle school. I would have people make fun of me for it. Like it’s the weekend, I’m a exhausted teenager that is people’d out from the school week and this is the time to rest and recharge. Neurodiverse kids have been bed rotting before it was a “trend”

I find it amazing that something I was picked on and given a hard time about by my peers is now trendy.

Well, I don’t know so much about trendy but they are finding the joy of just kicking back, relaxing and recharging. Even better we are calling it self care because let me tell you, in this fast paced culture we need a break and you can’t be your best when you’re running on a somewhat charged battery.

I work in healthcare as a front desk admin. I would see the patients first and help them get signed in and registered at the urgent care I used to work at. I was very often there alone checking people in, answering the phone, etc. Things would go from 0-100 at any minute. I once had FOUR emergent patients come in at once, thankfully only one of them was truly emergent. Although I’m trained as a medical office admin and have 8 years customer service, it would get though as a ND woman. So after work I basically would change into something comfortable and just browse away on my phone.

yeah that’s what I wanted to talk about today. Take care of yourselves y’all! Happy bed rotting!

[researchvishal]

Rail Wheel and Axle Market Analysis by Size, Share, Growth, Trends up to 2033

During the forecast period, the global rail wheel and axle market size is expected to expand at a steady CAGR of 5.6%. At its present growth rate, the global market for rail wheels and axles is expected to be worth $4,402.3 million by the year 2023. In 2033, the demand for rail wheel and axle is projected to reach US$ 7603.4 Mn.

Competitive Landscape

The global rail wheel and axle market is highly competitive, with many companies operating in this space. These companies are engaged in a range of activities, including the production of rail wheels and axles, the repair and maintenance of these products, and the supply of related services.

There are several key players in the global rail wheel and axle market, including Amsted Rail, ArcelorMittal, Bradken, GE Transportation, Klöckner Pentaplast, Lucchini RS, NSSMC, Vyatka, and Wabtec. These companies are well-established players with a strong presence in the market and a reputation for producing high-quality products.

Overall, the global rail wheel and axle market is highly competitive, with a diverse range of companies operating in this space. Companies in the market are constantly seeking ways to differentiate themselves from their competitors, such as through the development of new technologies or the expansion of their product offerings.

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Due to the growing sophistication of rail networks and trains, as well as the present trend toward autonomous technology, train makers are devoting significant resources to R&D to develop lighter materials for wheels and axles for freight trains, passenger trains, and short-distance trains.

Nearly 7 billion people take trains each year, and they all want to travel as quickly, easily, and economically as possible. It's for this reason that the research and development of fully driverless trains is continuing to advance. Computerized monitoring systems installed on autonomous trains can detect problems with rail wheels and axles.

There are numerous benefits to using a solar rail system instead of traditional diesel trains. Diesel-powered trains usually have two engine cars. In contrast, solar-powered trains use solar gears in place of traditional gears. Solar panels have been put on the bogie roofs, and electric motors and batteries have been installed in the second diesel compartment.

The electrical needs of railway engines, which normally require 750 V to 800 V to move the rails, may be met by solar panels set atop trains providing voltages of 600 V to 800 V. Demand for these trains is likely to rise, which is good news for manufacturers of rail wheels and axles.

The rail wheel and axle market is an important segment of the global rail transportation industry. Rail wheel and axle products are essential components of rail vehicles, such as trains, trams, and subway cars, and are used to support and propel these vehicles. There are several factors that are driving the global rail wheel and axle market, including growth in rail transportation, urbanisation and population growth, environmental concerns, and technological advancements.

However, the demand for rail wheel and axle is also facing several restraints or challenges, including high capital costs, cyclical demand, a complex supply chain, competition from other modes of transportation, and regulatory challenges. Despite these challenges, the rail wheel and axle market is expected to continue growing in the coming years, driven by increasing demand for rail transportation and ongoing technological advancements in the industry.

Key Takeaways

It is estimated that the US market for rail wheel and axle will be worth $570.8 million in 2022.

Market value in China, the world's second largest economy, is projected to reach $878 million by 2026, expanding at a CAGR of 6% from 2023 to 2033.

Over the projection horizon, both Japan and Canada are predicted to grow at rates of 2.9% and 3.8%, respectively.

The demand for rail wheel and axle in Germany is projected to expand by 3.3% this year.

[samueljasonfe]

Educational Requirements for Enlistment: The Importance of a High School Diploma by Experts at Elite K9

The United States military has long been a cornerstone of national defense, attracting individuals from diverse backgrounds who wish to serve their country. As such, the military maintains specific educational requirements for enlistment, which can often be a point of confusion for potential recruits. Many prospective service members wonder if a high school diploma is a necessary credential for joining the armed forces

In recent years, the military has sought to adapt to changing societal norms and educational trends, leading to a more nuanced understanding of educational qualifications. While a high school diploma has traditionally been viewed as a baseline requirement, there are alternative pathways available for those without this credential. This blog will explore the educational requirements for enlistment in the U.S. military, focusing on the necessity of a high school diploma and the alternatives that exist for aspiring recruits.

The Traditional Requirement: High School Diploma

Historically, a high school diploma has been one of the most fundamental educational requirements for enlistment in the U.S. military. The reasoning behind this standard is clear; a diploma generally signifies that an individual has acquired essential knowledge and skills necessary for military training and service. Experts at Elite K9 mention that the military seeks recruits who can comprehend complex information and follow instructions, making a high school education advantageous.

In practical terms, having a high school diploma often opens the door to more opportunities within the military. For example, individuals with a diploma may have access to a wider array of job positions and advanced training programs. Furthermore, they may be more competitive candidates when it comes to promotions and specialized roles, where a foundational education is essential for success.

Alternative Options: GED and Other Equivalents

For those who have not obtained a high school diploma, the General Educational Development (GED) certificate is a widely accepted alternative. The GED serves as a credential that demonstrates an individual's high school-level knowledge and skills. In fact, many branches of the military accept the GED as meeting the educational requirement for enlistment. This option allows individuals who may have faced challenges in completing high school to still pursue a career in the military.

However, while obtaining a GED can satisfy the basic educational requirement, it is essential to note that some military branches may have different policies regarding the acceptance of GED holders. Additionally, a recruit with a GED may find themselves at a slight disadvantage compared to peers with diplomas, particularly in terms of job opportunities and eligibility for advanced training programs as pointed out by leaders at Elite K9. Therefore, individuals should research the specific requirements of the branch they wish to join.

The Role of ASVAB in Enlistment

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a crucial test that plays a significant role in the enlistment process for the U.S. military. Experts at Elite K9 convey that this standardized test assesses an individual's abilities in various areas, including math, science, reading, and mechanical comprehension. Importantly, ASVAB scores can impact both eligibility for enlistment and the types of job roles available to candidates.

Even for those without a high school diploma or a GED, a high score on the ASVAB can enhance prospects for enlistment. The military uses these scores to determine which roles candidates are best suited for, and higher scores may compensate for the lack of a formal diploma. However, it is worth noting that a good score on the ASVAB will not entirely replace the need for educational qualifications; it merely provides another avenue for candidates to demonstrate their capabilities.

Age and Educational Requirements

Age is another important factor to consider in the context of educational requirements for military enlistment. Generally, candidates must be between 17 and 34 years old to enlist. However, age requirements may vary depending on the specific branch of service. While educational qualifications are essential, age can influence eligibility and the types of programs available for recruits.

For younger candidates, those still in high school may be able to enlist through specific programs that allow them to complete basic training after graduation. This pathway provides an opportunity for motivated individuals to start their military careers early, ensuring they have met educational requirements upon completing high school. In contrast, older candidates who may not have traditional educational credentials can still find pathways to enlist as highlighted by leaders at Elite K9, provided they meet other requirements.

The Importance of Continuous Learning

Continuous learning is vital for anyone considering a career in the military, particularly for those who may not initially meet the educational requirements. The military emphasizes the importance of personal and professional development, encouraging service members to pursue additional education and training throughout their careers. This ongoing commitment to learning helps individuals adapt to new challenges and advances in technology, ensuring that they remain effective in their roles.

Experts at Elite K9 express that many military branches offer educational benefits, such as tuition assistance and the Montgomery GI Bill, which can help service members further their education after enlistment. This support underscores the military's dedication to fostering a culture of lifelong learning. By investing in their education, individuals can not only enhance their skills and career prospects within the military but also prepare themselves for successful transitions to civilian life after their service ends.

Programs for Non-Traditional Students

In recent years, the military has recognized the need to accommodate non-traditional students who may not fit the typical profile of a high school graduate. Various programs have emerged to support individuals who have taken alternative paths to education. For instance, some branches of the military offer programs that allow individuals to earn their high school diplomas while serving.

While a high school diploma remains a traditional requirement for enlistment in the U.S. military, various alternatives exist for those who may not possess this credential. The GED provides a viable pathway, and high ASVAB scores can enhance opportunities for individuals lacking formal educational qualifications. Age and alternative programs also play crucial roles in shaping the eligibility landscape

[ajjackstraits]

Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market Report, Market Size, Share, Trends, Analysis By Forecast Period

Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market Key Players and Forecast Insights Through 2032

The latest ""Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market"" Insight Report for 2024 offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry's key contributions, marketing strategies, and recent advancements by leading companies. This report provides a succinct overview of both historical and current performance metrics for major market players. It employs various analytical methods to deliver precise insights into the Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market, with coverage across regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and more. The recent analysis also includes an in-depth review of the business strategies adopted by emerging industry players, along with detailed information on market segments, geographic coverage, product trends, and cost structures.

What are the growth projections for the Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market?

According to Straits Research, the global Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market  size was valued at USD 10.6 Billion in 2022. It is projected to reach from USD XX Billion in 2023 to USD 16.44 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period (2023–2031).

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Top Competitive Players of Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.

Walsin Technology Corporation

Yageo Corporation

Samsung Electro-Mechanics

Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd.

Taiyo Yuden Co. Ltd.

TDK Corporation

American Technical Ceramics

API Technologies

AVX Corporation

Johanson Dielectrics

KEMET Corporation

Murata

What are the key trends within each segment of the Multi-Layer Ceramic Capacitors Market?

By Type

General Capacitors

Array Capacitors

Serial Construction

By Voltage

Low Voltage

Mid Voltage

High Voltage

By Application

Consumer Electronics

IT and Telecom

Automotive

Power Train

Engine Control Unit

Safety and Security

Battery Management System

Electric Driven Compressors

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The report forecasts revenue growth at all geographic levels and provides an in-depth analysis of the latest industry trends and development patterns from 2022 to 2030 in each of the segments and sub-segments. Some of the major geographies included in the market are given below:

North America (U.S., Canada)

Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy)

Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia)

Latin America (Brazil, Mexico)

Middle East & Africa

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[iotexpo]

Industry trend｜The University of California has introduced a new type of passive RFID sensor, which was showcased in Hangzhou

In the data-driven future, sensors are seen as a bridge between the physical world and the digital world. However, most traditional sensors rely on batteries for power, which limits their widespread application and real-time sensing capabilities to a certain extent. On November 5, a research team from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, San Diego presented their research at the 22nd ACM Conference on Embedded Network Sensor Systems (SenSys 2024) held in Hangzhou, China: Using RFID tags to achieve battery-free sensing, this breakthrough research not only broadens the application range of sensors, but also opens up new paths for the future of data collection.

The core members of the research team include Dinesh Bharadia, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, and Nagarjun Bhat, a doctoral student in electrical engineering. They found that RFID tags, which are usually used to track inventory or payment card information, actually have great potential and can be repurposed for battery-free sensing and tracking.

The working principle of RFID tags is relatively simple: they receive data from the chip and transmit it to the RFID reader, which processes the information and sends it to a computer program for interpretation. These tags are often embedded in products such as clothing and books, and as the technology becomes more common, up to 90% of retailers are using RFID technology, making the chips widely distributed and easy to obtain.

Bhat and Bharadia's research focuses on using these common RFID tags to achieve passive sensing. Traditional passive sensing methods mostly rely on analog-to-digital converters, which can measure stimuli and convert them into computer-readable digital values, but they consume a lot of power and require additional battery support. Bhat and Bharadia tried to explore a method that does not require a converter and directly uses the chip to sense stimuli.

They found that analog sensing interfaces are the key to solving this problem. Unlike digital interfaces, analog interfaces can directly convert the voltage/current changes generated by sensors into parameters of wireless signals, thereby realizing wireless transmission of data. RFID tags, as commercial, low-cost and easily accessible sensor devices, are ideal for achieving this goal.

Bhat and Bharadia's sensors are not only low-cost, but also have the ability to sense and report stimuli in real time. This means that whether in agricultural management, sports performance indicators or occupancy detection, this battery-free RFID sensor can provide more accurate and timely data support.

For example, in agricultural management, by deploying large-scale soil moisture sensors around the fields, moisture content can be measured remotely and irrigation methods can be adjusted according to current conditions. This not only improves irrigation efficiency but also reduces costs. Similarly, in the field of sports, by embedding RFID sensor tags into the soles of shoes, athletes' sports indicators such as jumping ability can be monitored in real time, providing more accurate data support for training.

In addition, this battery-free RFID sensor also has broad application prospects in areas such as parking lot occupancy detection and environmental monitoring. They can collect a large amount of inaccessible information in real time, providing strong data support for the development of the next generation of artificial intelligence.

Bharadia said: "Artificial intelligence is now everywhere, and it is driven by data provided by sensors. We are on the cusp of a revolution, and new sensors will collect data to power the next generation of artificial intelligence. The use of battery-free sensors allows us to collect a lot of inaccessible information-they can enhance data collection, and this innovation marks a truly important direction for the future."

This paper is from Ulink Media, Shenzhen, China, the organizer of IOTE EXPO (IoT Expo in China)

[nmitty]

mitty and moon’s main six ranked by how much they yap except i yapped so hard i just started talking about how they interact with people in general

shanti: this girl is a yapper the same way rottweilers are. she came into this world screaming and by god she'll go out of it that way even if the screaming lands her the best seat in the guillotine house. give her a random wikipedia article title and she'll unleash a rant on the subject with so much passion you'll ignore how 110% of her facts are either 4chan urban legends or bullshit technobabble from the likes of star trek. she'll start every conversation with the word 'also' as though she's been carrying the tête-à-tête (pronounced by her as tit-a-tit, obviously) on through snores alone.

niles: i say this knowing i crafted him to be my ideal male main character — nilesy is god’s most autistic soldier and only acknowledges social cues when they're printed in 12-point courier. he talks more when he's nervous and unfortunately for everyone within the vicinity he is always nervous. about half his words total are apologies for events that were/are/will be absolutely out of his control. this only gets worse when he gets to hollywood because no american high school offers an elective in britishisms. he spends hours every day explaining the etymology of sayings like 'takes the biscuit' with apa citations and only shuts down if he realises he didn't list the citations in alphabetical order.

paisley: the most active listener on the planet. would make symphonies out of sympathetic nods and appropriately flabbergasted gasps regardless of whether she was acting as the audience to teenage gossip or the sealing of the magna carta. has a lot to say herself but won't intentionally steamroll over others to get to her point. speaks just as much with body language. if she's not tapping her feet you should check if she still feels sensation in said feet. if she's not fidgeting with her earrings you should check if she's lost them for the fiftieth time today. it's a very intuitive system.

victoria: a trained yapper. knows every synonym to 'stunning' in existence solely to describe herself. usually expresses herself in emojis, though, and if in truly dire circumstances, emoticons, like the cavepeople of the 1980s. tends to switch topics a lot in quick succession due to instatiktoktube attention span. parrots trends faster than instatiktoktube can produce them. most likely to send a 1,000 word text to the group chat because her pasta arrived slightly south of boiling. least likely to confront anyone in real life about it because she'd prefer a repeat of her cruise ship crashing into an island with an active volcano on it than a playback of her one month stint as a fast food cashier.

addison: also a trained yapper but she's been in the business long enough to be her social battery drains like an iphone set to the brightness of the sun. she opens her mouth for interviews and meals and that's it. and sometimes not even the latter. her mother has told her roughly two things regarding the subject of yapping: if she starts yapping, she will start complaining; if she starts complaining, she will start being unattractive to men. her mother was only right about the first part.

hanna: treats talking like a 9-5 and has been bargaining with everyone around her to fire her from the position of cardboard chatterbox for eternity. shanti's known her since first grade and last heard her say a non-scripted sentence over ten words in second grade. she knows little more than fingerspelling in sign language but in true theatre kid fashion her hands have done more talking than the president ever will. which president? all of them. in the history of the universe.

[psychicsheeparcade]

Extended Reality Market Demand, Key Growth, Opportunities, Development and Forecasts to 2024-2034

The Extended Reality (XR) market is an evolving segment that encompasses augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR). These technologies create immersive digital experiences that blend the physical and virtual worlds, transforming interactions in various sectors like gaming, healthcare, education, retail, and more.

The XR market is currently valued in the billions and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 30% over the next several years. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for immersive experiences, advancements in hardware, and the expansion of applications beyond gaming into enterprise and industrial sectors. The adoption of XR in training, remote work, and customer engagement is further fueling the market, as businesses seek new ways to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.

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Extended Reality Market Drivers

Technological Advancements: The rise of 5G, AI, and advanced sensors enhances the performance of XR devices, creating smoother, more responsive experiences.

Growing Demand in Gaming and Entertainment: Gaming is one of the largest XR segments, leveraging immersive technology to create highly interactive environments.

Enterprise Adoption: Businesses use XR for virtual meetings, training, and remote assistance, especially as hybrid work and digital transformation trends accelerate.

Healthcare and Education Innovations: XR is increasingly used in medical training, patient treatment, and remote learning, providing safe and controlled environments for training and exploration.

Challenges in the XR Market

High Costs: Developing and implementing XR technologies is costly, which can limit adoption, especially in small and medium-sized enterprises.

Technical Limitations: Issues such as latency, resolution, and battery life in XR devices need improvement to support mass adoption.

Privacy and Security Concerns: As XR relies on data collection and real-time location information, there are concerns regarding user privacy and data security.

Extended Reality Market Growth and Trends

Hardware and Software Developments: New XR headsets and software solutions are making experiences more realistic and accessible. Innovations like Meta's VR headsets and Apple's anticipated entry into AR/VR are expected to boost growth.

Collaborative Platforms: The rise of XR-based collaboration tools for remote work is a significant trend, as businesses look to create virtual workspaces and training rooms.

Expansion into Various Sectors: Beyond gaming and entertainment, sectors like retail (virtual try-ons), real estate (virtual tours), and automotive (design and training) are increasingly integrating XR.

Industry Applications and Opportunities

Gaming and Entertainment: Remains the primary segment, driving consumer engagement through VR gaming consoles and interactive AR experiences.

Healthcare: XR is revolutionizing medical training and patient care, offering simulations, 3D modeling, and therapy solutions.

Retail and E-commerce: AR is enhancing online shopping by allowing virtual try-ons and showroom experiences, improving customer engagement and reducing returns.

Manufacturing and Industrial: XR is used for training, remote support, and design visualization, increasing safety, efficiency, and productivity.

Key companies profiled in this research study are,

The key market players in the global extended reality market are Acer Inc., Atheer, Inc., Blippar.com Ltd., Dell Technologies Inc., EON Reality, Inc., Google, Inc., Honeywell International, Inc., HTC Corp., Magic Leap, Inc., Manus Machinae B.V., Microsoft Corp., Nokia Corp., Oculus VR LLC, Qualcomm Incorporated, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Semcon, Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Varjo Technologies Oy, VirZOOM, Inc., Vuzix Corporation, and Others.

Extended Reality Market Segmentation,

By Technology Type

Augmented Reality (AR)

Virtual Reality (VR)

Mixed Reality (MR)

 By Component

Hardware

Software

Services

 By Application

Gaming and Entertainment

Healthcare

Retail and E-commerce

Education and Training

Manufacturing and Industrial

Real Estate and Architecture

Others

Regional Insights

North America: The largest XR market, with significant contributions from the U.S., driven by the presence of major tech companies and high consumer adoption rates.

Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region, with increasing demand in countries like China, Japan, and South Korea, primarily due to advancements in mobile technology and a strong gaming culture.

Europe: High adoption in enterprise applications, with a growing interest in using XR for training, industrial applications, and healthcare across industries.

Conclusion :-

The Extended Reality (XR) market is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology, increased adoption across industries, and the growing demand for immersive digital experiences. While challenges such as high costs and technical limitations persist, ongoing innovations in hardware and software are paving the way for broader accessibility and enhanced applications in sectors like gaming, healthcare, retail, and enterprise. With major tech players continuing to invest in XR and the expansion of collaborative platforms, the market is well-positioned for substantial growth. As XR technologies become more integrated into daily life and business processes, the future promises a digitally enriched world that bridges the gap between the virtual and physical realms, transforming how we work, learn, and interact.