HyperLoop high-speed rail project accelerates investment drive

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$6bn network designed to cut journey time between San Francisco and Los Angeles to 30 minutes has turned to crowdfunding sites

California's high-speed intercity transit system HyperLoop is looking for crowdfunding. The system, which would whisk commuters between Los Angeles and San Francisco in 30 minutes, has two fundraisers,...

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