<h1>Research Institute Announces Indigenous Sodium-Ion Battery Prototype Claims 94% Charge in Five Minutes; Commercialization, Safety, IP, Supply Risks Remain</h1> A research institute within a corporate group announced development of an indigenous sodium-ion battery able to reach 94% charge in five minutes and claiming high energy and power density, cycle stability to date, and use of domestically sourced materials without cobalt, nickel, copper or lithium. Legally significant points include that the device is not yet commercially ready; performance claims are limited to prototype cycles and will require validation to reach stated commercial-cycle thresholds; intellectual property, manufacturing scale-up, safety certifications, transport and battery-waste compliance, and supply-chain representations will determine regulatory approval and liability exposure.