
Betterness unveiled the Betterness Model Context Protocol (MCP), an agentic infrastructure that lets AI systems coordinate diagnostics, biomarker data, wearable signals, and provider networks. The protocol integrates with major lab partners such as Quest Diagnostics, LabCorp, and BioReference, and offers access to over 50,000 health‑wellness providers. It entered beta at the OpenClaw Longevity Hackathon, where developers received early API tokens to build autonomous health agents. Betterness positions the MCP as programmable infrastructure for the $6 trillion global health and wellness market.

British Airways announced it will not accept new bookings to Amman, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai or Tel Aviv until 16 April, and has suspended Abu Dhabi flights until October. While the flights are not automatically cancelled, passengers cannot obtain refunds until BA confirms...

The EU’s new eID Wallet, mandated by eIDAS 2.0, remains stalled because the Commission’s draft implementing acts weaken core privacy safeguards. EDRi and eight NGOs warn that the proposals reduce untraceability, mandate facial biometric data, and limit pseudonym use, shifting privacy...

A new market analysis released on March 10, 2026 identifies Southeast Asia as the next growth engine for Earth Observation and Synthetic Aperture Radar constellations, driven by rising territorial disputes and illegal maritime activity. Traditional AIS‑based maritime domain awareness is being undermined...

Channel 4 has mandated subtitles on all new TV ads, pushing brands toward greater accessibility. Currys, praising the move, added closed captions to its “The Sigh of Relief” campaign, citing a potential reach of 18 million UK viewers with hearing loss. The...

Ukrainian defence‑tech firm Aerobavovna has fielded specialised aerostat platforms that act as persistent surveillance, communications relays and electronic‑monitoring nodes for battlefield drones. The systems, designed for rapid deployment and long‑duration flight, are already supporting Ukrainian forces and are being positioned...

Red Roof announced a partnership with Milestone Inc. to deploy an AI‑first Digital Experience Platform across redroof.com and future digital touchpoints, with a phased rollout starting in late 2026. The platform is designed to boost discoverability on traditional search engines...
Transportation policy analyst Jay Derr argues that the Trump administration’s plan to impose a universal fee on foreign‑built vessels would effectively double‑tax ships already subject to the Harbor Maintenance Tax (HMT). The existing HMT, collected from all vessels entering U.S....

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that Europe’s abandonment of nuclear power was a strategic mistake as oil prices surged amid Middle‑East tensions. At a Paris nuclear summit the EU announced a €200 million guarantee to fund innovative nuclear...
A new Accordion survey of 200 CFOs and 200 private‑equity sponsors reveals a sharp misalignment on IPO timing and responsibility. While 85% of CFOs say boards or sponsors control the exit, 65% of sponsors expect finance chiefs to own IPO...
American Airlines removed a passenger after she repeatedly played videos aloud on her phone and refused crew instructions to use headphones. The flight returned to the gate, and the woman was escorted off the aircraft. The incident underscores growing concerns...

Blooloop’s first Business Confidence Pulse surveyed attraction leaders between December 2025 and January 2026, revealing a modestly positive outlook with an average confidence score of +0.8. Despite geopolitical tension and macro‑economic headwinds, 77% of respondents plan to increase or at least maintain capital...

Team 17 and Beehive Studios announced LumenTale: Memories of Trey, a monster‑collector RPG launching on May 26 for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The game features roughly 140 Animon species spanning 13 elemental types, captured using a Holoken device. Players can...

LCP Delta’s new modelling indicates that operational reforms under the UK’s Reformed National Pricing Delivery Plan could slash electricity network constraint costs by up to 60%, bringing the 2030 figure down to £2.3 bn – a £3.8 bn saving versus the baseline. Accelerated...

Finland’s Security and Intelligence Service (SUPO) warned that Russian and Chinese agencies continue extensive cyber‑espionage and influence campaigns targeting the country’s technology sector, research institutions and government. The assessment, released after SUPO’s 2023 reorganization, cites ongoing intrusions, theft of R&D...

SSC Space announced that its new Optical Ground Station (OGS) in Santiago, Chile, is now operational and integrated into the NODES network. The Safran‑built facility delivers up to 10 Gbit/s data rates, a tenfold increase over typical RF links, and operates...

PayPal announced Enrique Lores, the former HP chief who has overseen major supply‑chain and split‑up initiatives, as its new CEO and president. The appointment comes as the company’s branded checkout growth slumped to 1% year‑over‑year in Q4, far below the...
American Airlines faced catering problems at London Heathrow after a dispute with dnata, forcing the carrier to ship meals from the United States and limit menu options. The airline has now partnered with premium caterer DO & CO for its premium...

Warehouse automation leaders warn that excessive customization can backfire, inflating costs, extending rollout times, and creating fragile systems. Exotec’s CEO Romain Moulin promotes a modular “Lego‑block” approach, using standardized hardware, software and robotics that can be re‑configured per facility. This...

Ellen Davis has been promoted to chief operating officer and executive vice president of the U.S. Travel Association. Since joining in 2023 as EVP of business strategy and industry engagement, she launched a new membership model, revamped the event portfolio,...

The Virginia General Assembly approved Senate Bill No. 170, which restricts the enforceability of non‑compete agreements for employees laid off without severance or other monetary payment, unless terminated for cause. The bill requires employers to disclose any severance benefits at the...
Most 3D printers only work with one material. Could a new multi-material design make it possible to print entire motors and more? https://spectrum.ieee.org/3d-printed-linear-motor?share_id=9227453

Picus Security’s Red Report 2026, which examined over 1.1 million malicious files, reveals a decisive move toward stealthy, evasion‑centric malware. Virtualization and sandbox‑evasion (ATT&CK T1497) now appear in 20 % of samples, ranking as the fourth most‑used technique in 2025. Modern payloads perform system...

BMW and Monotch released a joint whitepaper at Intertraffic Amsterdam urging a structural overhaul of Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS). The authors argue that two decades of policy, standards and investment have yielded fragmented deployments because the prevailing "technology neutrality"...

Sunsave, a fast‑growing UK energy‑tech startup, raised £113 million to launch a subscription‑based solar service that eliminates the typical £10,000 upfront cost. While only about 6% of UK homes have solar panels, roughly 70% say they would consider installation, highlighting a...
On the latest episode of Lifers, I’m joined by @MSFTResearch President @peteratmsr. We dive into the evolution of AI and his bold predictions for the future of healthcare. Timestamps: (00:00) Preview (01:23) Intro (02:54) Evolution from deep neural nets to modern AI (04:30) Demystifying model...

YouTube is rolling out its AI‑powered likeness detection tool to a pilot group of politicians, journalists and other public officials. The feature scans the platform for videos that replicate a person’s face and lets verified individuals request removal, though requests...

The 2026 Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim saw a pronounced influx of wellness brands, with startups showcasing collagen, hormonal supplements and other health‑focused products alongside traditional functional sodas and better‑for‑you snacks. Historically a food‑and‑beverage‑centric event, Expo West is now...

Arizona's biotech sector is booming, with $3.7 billion invested over the past seven years and a growing pipeline of innovative companies. Nectero Therapeutics secured a $96 million Series D to develop a fast‑track, breakthrough‑designated endovascular treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms, while Humabiologics obtained...

UForce, a UK‑based defence tech firm with Ukrainian origins, closed a $50 million financing round led by Lakestar and Shield Capital, pushing its valuation above $1 billion. The company develops autonomous air, sea and land systems, including marine drones, heavy‑bomber UAVs, unmanned...

DKV Mobility and Rheinmetall have partnered to commercialise the Ladebordstein, a curb‑integrated AC charging solution, for corporate fleets in Germany. The offering combines Rheinmetall’s hardware with DKV’s backend services, enabling companies to install chargers on their premises where space or...

TVB’s 2026 Purchase Funnel Study, commissioned by GfK/NIQ, confirms television remains the most influential medium across all stages of the consumer purchase journey. TV outperformed the nearest competitor, social media, by fivefold in driving awareness and led trust metrics, with...

Envision Energy installed its first 8 MW turbine on Alabat Island, marking the largest wind turbine it has delivered internationally. The turbine, part of the 64 MW Alabat Wind Power Project, features a 182‑metre rotor, 105‑metre hub height and anti‑typhoon technology. Developed...
Airwave announced an exclusive distribution, monetization and marketing partnership with The Really Very Crunchy Podcast, a rapidly growing show in the parenting category. The deal gives the comedy duo Jason and Emily Morrow full‑service network support to scale audience reach...

Federal officials issued an alert warning law‑enforcement agencies about an encrypted transmission believed to originate from Iran, potentially aimed at activating sleeper operatives abroad. The signal appeared shortly after the February 28 U.S.–Israeli strike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei...

Polypharmacy affects nearly 42 % of adults 65 + taking five or more drugs, with 12 % on ten or more, driving higher pharmacy spend and safety risks. Medicare patients alone incurred about $3 billion in excess drug costs from early refills and oversupply,...

Gray Television, after merging with Raycom Media, now controls Savannah’s CBS affiliate WTOC‑11. A legal dispute could force Dish Network to block WTOC for its subscribers starting at 7 p.m. Eastern today. The station, a long‑standing ratings leader in Georgia’s Coastal...
Therapist and nonfiction author Oona Metz was a guest on over 50 podcasts prior to her book's launch. Here's what she learned: https://janefriedman.com/how-to-use-podcast-guesting-to-promote-your-nonfiction-book/
More evidence of the damage India caused deep in Pakistan during the 2025 Operation Sindoor.
Fireweed Metals has hired a slate of top-tier engineering and technical consultants to produce an updated feasibility study for its Mactung tungsten project, targeting early 2027 completion. The study will integrate the 2025 field program, extensive historical data, and new...

Yesterday was day 8 of the war. The national average of gas prices is up 54 cents (18%) since it started. Prices were up 6 cents yesterday. https://t.co/gCWn8VQcNz
February home sales see small rebound, but supply growth is 'sluggish' https://t.co/lU7RWyXYsP @nardotrealtor #realestate #realestateinvesting #housing

The International Association of Public Transport (UITP) has cancelled its 2026 Summit in Dubai, citing evolving safety concerns and travel advisories in the Gulf region. The executive board made the decision after consulting national authorities, emphasizing delegate wellbeing over the...
1.29 million total inventory in 2026 4,000,000 in 2007 It's 2026, the 4th year after the big sales crash in 2022. Stop dancing with a ghost 🫡
Disney is betting on ESPN's Omar Raja to keep NBA fans tuned in to ABC as its Oscars red-carpet coverage starts, part of the company's growing focus on managing audiences around live telecasts.... https://t.co/ngxhWMK75a
So we can move along from this 2-month period Last month's report was a holiday softness; the rebound should be discounted as well, and just forget these last two months and follow the trend that has been since mid-June

Global digital services rely on infrastructure that remains invisible to most organizations. Space links and subsea cables sustain data flows across continents, and their resilience conditions financial transactions, cloud operations, and supply coordination Microblog @antgrasso https://t.co/FxMtibGIrb
Correction: I took down a post about Thursday's #VRBPAC meeting because it contained an error. #FDA has named 6 temporary voting members (not 2), which will bring the number for the meeting to 9. The temps are all former members....
My first 9 months writing online were brutal. I basically got zero likes, zero reposts, and zero comments. 3 writing tips I wish I knew 5 years ago (before publishing my first 100 posts):

Amusement Parks are now marketing based on underlying mechanisms: (In theory no different than “Fun Land” or whatever but something feels off about this) https://t.co/oPrDxbJNLS https://t.co/qCYQVtjC4M