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Tesla Focuses on EV Sales Despite Musk's Broader Tech Vision
Tesla generated $94.8 billion in revenue in 2025, with the bulk, $69.5 billion, coming from the sale and leasing of electric vehicles, highlighting the company's continued reliance on its core EV business, according to TechCrunch. This financial reality contrasts with CEO Elon Musk's efforts to rebrand Tesla as a sustainable energy, AI, and robotics company.
Musk's push to broaden Tesla's image began with the acquisition of Solar City in 2016, which he pitched as a move towards sustainable energy, TechCrunch reported. In the past year, he has emphasized Tesla's potential in AI and robotics. However, the company's latest earnings report demonstrates that EV sales remain its primary revenue driver.
Tech Gadgets Garner Attention with Innovative and Discounted Products
In other tech news, Antigravity's A1 360-degree drone is currently on sale for 15 percent off through February 9th, according to The Verge. This marks the first-ever discount on the drone, reducing the starting price from $1,599. Cameron Faulkner, an editor at The Verge covering deals and gaming hardware, noted that savings are available across all bundles.
Meanwhile, the Xteink X4, a pocket-friendly e-reader with button controls instead of a touchscreen, is gaining traction within a growing community of users who are modifying and improving its functionality, The Verge reported. Andrew Liszewski, a senior reporter at The Verge, acknowledged the challenges of using the button-based interface but highlighted the potential being unlocked by the user community.
Allison Johnson, a senior reviewer at The Verge, explored the evolving role of robot baristas in Seattle's vibrant coffee scene. Her experience challenged her initial skepticism, leading her to question how much the "human touch" truly matters in latte preparation.
Research Highlights Human Role in Stonehenge Construction
In scientific news, recent research suggests that humans, not glaciers, were responsible for transporting the stones used to build Stonehenge from Wales and northern Scotland, Ars Technica reported. This finding challenges previous theories about the stones' origins and transportation methods. The research was highlighted as one of several interesting scientific stories that nearly went unreported in January.
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