Industry Social Media and Updates

Navy Seeks Fast, Carrier‑Free Trainer Amid F/A‑XX Focus
SocialApr 14, 2026

Navy Seeks Fast, Carrier‑Free Trainer Amid F/A‑XX Focus

With all of the focus on F/A-XX, it is worth watching the competition for the next Navy trainer. Especially as the service has shown intention to move quickly (and avoid carrier landings) In the current issue: https://t.co/hNCixl9Kwq

By Brian Everstine
AI Robot Boosts Safety in Hazardous Grain Warehouses
SocialApr 14, 2026

AI Robot Boosts Safety in Hazardous Grain Warehouses

Chinese #AI-Powered #Robot Revolutionizing Safety in Hazardous Grain #Warehouses by @tweetciiiim #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/trQkCBKkY1

By Ron van Loon
Questioning War: Kim Jong‑Un Already Has Nuclear Weapons
SocialApr 14, 2026

Questioning War: Kim Jong‑Un Already Has Nuclear Weapons

do you want to fight a war to go after Trump's good friend Kim Jung Un in North Korea, who ACTUALLY has nuclear weapons, not just the possibility of making them?

By Dean Baker
Unexpected Midwest and Northeast Inventory Decline Challenges Forecast
SocialApr 14, 2026

Unexpected Midwest and Northeast Inventory Decline Challenges Forecast

My assumption had been that Sun Belt inventory would stabilize this year while northeast/Midwest inventory would continue to grow, but IL/NY/MA inventory being down YoY is forcing me to reevaluate the view.

By Conor Sen
Perth Warehouse Fire Wipes Out $7M of Solid‑State Batteries
SocialApr 14, 2026

Perth Warehouse Fire Wipes Out $7M of Solid‑State Batteries

Fire at Perth recycling warehouse storing tonnes of tiny solid state batteries destroys $7 million of goods #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/pdDwnYOY1o https://t.co/i41NytDITB

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Canada’s Energy Debate Trapped in a Past Era
SocialApr 13, 2026

Canada’s Energy Debate Trapped in a Past Era

The Canadian energy conversation is stuck in the wrong century I'm reviving my Markham On Energy columns. First one is a bit clunky, but general direction is right, I think. #energytransition #cdnpoli #oilgas https://energi.media/markham-on-energy/the-canadian-energy-conversation-is-stuck-in-the-wrong-century/

By Markham Hislop
Fortescue Calls Fossil‑Free Transition a No‑Brainer, Others Lag
SocialApr 13, 2026

Fortescue Calls Fossil‑Free Transition a No‑Brainer, Others Lag

Fortescue says ditching fossil fuels is a “no-brainer:” So why aren’t other companies rushing to follow #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/Ik7uaMvCv8 https://t.co/SWLlGYSuFI

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
SpaceX IPO Looms as Anthropic Tops OpenAI
SocialApr 13, 2026

SpaceX IPO Looms as Anthropic Tops OpenAI

SpaceX may be headed for a $2T public debut just as Anthropic takes the ARR crown from OpenAI. Add in lunar missions, orbital data centers, and AI that’s getting cheaper and more dangerous at the same time, and this week...

By Peter H. Diamandis
China May Pressure Iran to Reopen Strait Amid Oil Shortage
SocialApr 13, 2026

China May Pressure Iran to Reopen Strait Amid Oil Shortage

Assuming Iran has no intention of conceding, and Israel has no contention of conceding, and Trump will claim victory no matter what… what are Vegas odds China will need to pressure Iran to open the strait and if so by...

By Samantha LaDuc
Consistent, Well‑formatted Music Builds Sync Licensing Success
SocialApr 13, 2026

Consistent, Well‑formatted Music Builds Sync Licensing Success

If you want to break into sync licensing Write music that’s easy to use Format it properly. Pitch it consistently. Build your catalog over time. Yes, it's tiring But it works. I promise.

By Graham Cochrane (DIY Music Biz)
US Chip Export Controls Fuel Chinese Industry Growth
SocialApr 13, 2026

US Chip Export Controls Fuel Chinese Industry Growth

Sebastian offers a calm and objective assessment of the US chip-export controls on China. While whether the rule is working or not remains a debate in Washington, the consensus among Chinese chipmakers is that US restrictions constitute the single strongest...

By Shanghai Macro Strategist
Tax Pros Spreading Misinformation Discourages Needed Extensions
SocialApr 13, 2026

Tax Pros Spreading Misinformation Discourages Needed Extensions

Misinformation is one of the biggest drivers in the pushback against extensions. And sometimes? It's perpetuated by tax pros. I have several taxpayers who need an extension bc of their situation (think FBAR, estates, etc.). Other tax pros are trying to scare...

By Kelly Phillips Erb
Ohio County Bans Renewables, Voters May Reconsider
SocialApr 13, 2026

Ohio County Bans Renewables, Voters May Reconsider

This Ohio county put a ban on wind and solar. Will voters reverse it? #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/zboRHlxwNu

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Zoning Rules Shape Typology, Not Design Trends
SocialApr 13, 2026

Zoning Rules Shape Typology, Not Design Trends

I think single-stair discourse has habituated a lot of oneweirdtrick thinking among urbanists. Yes, the five-over-one typology exists because of zoning, building codes, and financing. But they don't explain design trends.

By Nolan Gray