Industry Social Media and Updates

McDonald’s Shanghai Uses Humanoid Robots for Service
SocialApr 4, 2026

McDonald’s Shanghai Uses Humanoid Robots for Service

McDonald’s in Shanghai Deploys Humanoid #Robots to Serve Customers by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML https://t.co/SBN7APhw5Z

By Ron van Loon
Effective Inventory Control Drives Timely Service and Cost Savings
SocialApr 4, 2026

Effective Inventory Control Drives Timely Service and Cost Savings

Warehouse management hinges on effective inventory control. Knowing what you have, where it is, and when to move it ensures timely customer service and manages critical costs. It's about having the right materials at the right time. #WarehouseManagement #InventoryControl https://t.co/jm8inDJpVr

By Eric Kimberling
X Appears to Geo‑lock Posts by User IP Region
SocialApr 4, 2026

X Appears to Geo‑lock Posts by User IP Region

So many replies like this now that I think it's likely X is indeed locking our posts to our IP geo region/country

By Pieter Levels
Robotic 3D Printing Crafts 12‑Meter Ship Hull
SocialApr 4, 2026

Robotic 3D Printing Crafts 12‑Meter Ship Hull

Robotic #3D Printing Revolutionizes Shipbuilding with 12-Meter Hull Demo by @lukas_m_ziegler #3Dprinted #Technology #Innovation #EmergingTech #TechForGood https://t.co/Nlr822ugjg

By Ron van Loon
Regulators' Data Mandate Created Massive Identity Leak
SocialApr 4, 2026

Regulators' Data Mandate Created Massive Identity Leak

A fintech left tens of thousands of government identity docs on a public server for 5 years. Not rogue behavior. Standard behavior under a framework that mandates collection but not protection. Regulators built the honeypot. Companies just filled it. https://t.co/xpczIoR9i0

By Yves Mulkers
Oil Prices Fuel Inflation Yet Trigger Recessionary Pullback
SocialApr 4, 2026

Oil Prices Fuel Inflation Yet Trigger Recessionary Pullback

𝗢𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝘁𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗮𝘆𝘀 The reporter, David Lin, asks his guest "𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 (𝗙𝗲𝗱) 𝗯𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗶𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲? His guest, Jeff Christian, Managing Partner of CPM Group states that "oil cuts both ways in terms...

By Talk Cents
Tariffs Became Missiles, Sparking a Trade World War
SocialApr 4, 2026

Tariffs Became Missiles, Sparking a Trade World War

The World War Trade 🎙️ podcast is up! 👉"If tariffs were missiles, the whole world would know that a world war started on April 2, 2025. That is the day Donald Trump launched tariffs against almost every nation in the world." 👉"Hours later, China put...

By Richard Baldwin
Indonesia's Weda Bay Achieves On‑Spec MHP Production
SocialApr 4, 2026

Indonesia's Weda Bay Achieves On‑Spec MHP Production

BSE produced on-spec MHP at Weda Bay, marking a key HPAL commissioning step in Indonesia’s nickel battery chain. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/04/bse-on-spec-mhp-output-marks-new-step.html

By The Metalnomist
Hospitals Overlook Patients, See Only Bills
SocialApr 4, 2026

Hospitals Overlook Patients, See Only Bills

Why hospital systems fail to notice the human behind the bill [PODCAST] http://dlvr.it/TRsYCQ Podcast #EmergencyMedicine

By Kevin Pho, MD (KevinMD)
Realtors Gain Edge with Private Money Lending
SocialApr 4, 2026

Realtors Gain Edge with Private Money Lending

If you’re a realtor you should look into private money lending. You have so many advantages.

By Darius (Invest with Darius)
Liontown Lithium Sales Surge 38% on Kathleen Ramp
SocialApr 4, 2026

Liontown Lithium Sales Surge 38% on Kathleen Ramp

Liontown lithium sales rose 38pc in 4Q 2025 as Kathleen Valley ramped up and auction pricing added upside. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/04/liontown-lithium-sales-jump-as-kathleen.html

By The Metalnomist
France Launches Loans for Small Firms Burdened by Fuel Costs
SocialApr 4, 2026

France Launches Loans for Small Firms Burdened by Fuel Costs

France to offer loans to small businesses hit by fuel costs https://t.co/LI4amD7JUi via @Alanrkatz https://t.co/YoG7EnyWGz

By Zöe Schneeweiss
Twitter Algorithm Favors Content in Your Current Country
SocialApr 4, 2026

Twitter Algorithm Favors Content in Your Current Country

Last 7d vs last 3mo I was in Brazil so I think the algo is either locking me to my local IP's country Or my Brazil tweets took off in Brazil https://t.co/ZbnhrG3Rlh

By Pieter Levels
Western Satellite Imagery May Be Delayed, Restricted, Altered
SocialApr 4, 2026

Western Satellite Imagery May Be Delayed, Restricted, Altered

Can western commercial satellite imagery be trusted? I think there are good arguments to be made for delaying imagery. But if they will selectively restrict access, could they move to alter images too in the future? Their biggest customer is...

By Tyler Rogoway
AMD Enters Humanoid Robotics Race with Gen1
SocialApr 4, 2026

AMD Enters Humanoid Robotics Race with Gen1

Generative Bionics’ Gen1 Positions AMD in the Emerging Humanoid #Robotics Race by @CyberRobooo #Robots #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/OJkVVgi0tS

By Ron van Loon
Skipping Missile Approach Warning on $100M F‑15EX Is Foolish
SocialApr 4, 2026

Skipping Missile Approach Warning on $100M F‑15EX Is Foolish

Buying F-15EX and not springing for the missile approach warning system is absolutely the dumbest thing. $100M fighter, but let's save a few bucks on a key defensive advantage. You are not always going to get a radar spike from...

By Tyler Rogoway
Strait of Hormuz Now Central as Vulnerabilities Rise
SocialApr 4, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Now Central as Vulnerabilities Rise

“They've demonstrated to the Gulf states how vulnerable they are and how vulnerable the global economy is,” said a European official briefed on diplomatic efforts to end the war. “So the price has gone up. The Strait of Hormuz never...

By Javier Blas
AI Concierge Cuts Hardware Procurement Time to Minutes
SocialApr 4, 2026

AI Concierge Cuts Hardware Procurement Time to Minutes

Sri @AshwiniVaishnaw Ji, Your call for “Design in India” is both timely and necessary. To make this vision real, our engineering teams need not just incentives, but the ability to move faster from idea to execution. Today, a large portion of engineering...

By Amitav Bhattacharjee
VertiGo Robot Scales Walls Using Lizard‑Inspired Tech
SocialApr 4, 2026

VertiGo Robot Scales Walls Using Lizard‑Inspired Tech

Gravity-Defying VertiGo #Robot Climbs Walls Like a Lizard by @lukas_m_ziegler #AI #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/VbVKsP5avJ

By Ron van Loon
Artemis II Cubesats Tracked; ATENEA Likely Re
SocialApr 4, 2026

Artemis II Cubesats Tracked; ATENEA Likely Re

The Artemis II cubesats TACHELES, SWC-1 and K-RADCUBE have now been identified on Space-Track. ATENEA was not cataloged+was expected to have reentered at 1st perigee since it had no propulsion to raise its orbit. K-RAD may also have...

By Jonathan McDowell
Iran Proves U.S. Cities Aren’t Safe From Attacks
SocialApr 4, 2026

Iran Proves U.S. Cities Aren’t Safe From Attacks

“If it had occurred during working hours, it could have been a mass-casualty event, the officials said. Instead, the attack sent a message that Iran could hit Americans in places they thought were protected… they could’ve hit anything they wanted...

By Elrond Burrell
Fuel‑price Surge Drives NZ EV Sales Despite Hybrid‑friendly Policies
SocialApr 4, 2026

Fuel‑price Surge Drives NZ EV Sales Despite Hybrid‑friendly Policies

New Zealand EV sales leap as fuel prices drive demand defying dumb NZ govt policies favouring hybrids over EVs🤯 3,089 BEVs sold Mar26 Ministry of Transport figures: Petrol - 30.3% Hybrid Petrol - 30.3% Battery Electric - 12.9% PHEV Petrol - 4.3% Hybrid Diesel - 4.3% + thread...

By Prof Ray Wills
Space Force Confirms Meridian-M Launched Into Expected Molniya Orbit
SocialApr 4, 2026

Space Force Confirms Meridian-M Launched Into Expected Molniya Orbit

Space Force orbit data show the Meridian-M satellite launched yesterday in a 996 x 39714 km x 62.8 deg 'Molniya' orbit as expected

By Jonathan McDowell
Amazon Launches Noisy yet Speedy Drone Deliveries in Dallas
SocialApr 4, 2026

Amazon Launches Noisy yet Speedy Drone Deliveries in Dallas

Amazon’s #Drone Deliveries Take Off in Dallas—Fast, Convenient, and a Bit Noisy by @CollinRugg #Innovation #FutureTech #Tech #SupplyChain https://t.co/SrT6WsbVUR

By Ron van Loon
Caterpillar Forecasts Robust 2026 Demand From Backlog, Energy, Mining
SocialApr 4, 2026

Caterpillar Forecasts Robust 2026 Demand From Backlog, Energy, Mining

Caterpillar sees strong 2026 demand backed by a record order backlog, energy growth, and firmer mining equipment demand. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/04/caterpillar-2026-demand-outlook-turns.html

By The Metalnomist
People‑First Strategy Drives Successful Supply‑Chain Transformation
SocialApr 4, 2026

People‑First Strategy Drives Successful Supply‑Chain Transformation

Transforming supply chains isn't just about new tech; it's about people. A clear adoption strategy ensures your team understands new processes, technologies, and their evolving roles. Without it, benefits are lost, and panic sets in. #ChangeManagement #SupplyChain https://t.co/JpWGtc3Ove

By Eric Kimberling
Smooth AI Driving Depends on Massive Real‑World Data
SocialApr 4, 2026

Smooth AI Driving Depends on Massive Real‑World Data

I was on a Tesla audio space here on X today and got in an argument with a Tesla skeptic. He says how smooth your AI is at driving doesn’t matter. I am on the Freeway as I type this. It does. And you...

By Robert Scoble
Top Developers' Sales Drop 23%, Existing Market Revives
SocialApr 4, 2026

Top Developers' Sales Drop 23%, Existing Market Revives

Caixin: "Sales by China’s top 100 real estate developers plunged roughly 23% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026. The prolonged slump in new home sales contrasts with a nascent rebound in the existing home market of major cities like...

By Michael Pettis
Epigenetic Aging Markers Predict Dementia Risk Beyond Age
SocialApr 4, 2026

Epigenetic Aging Markers Predict Dementia Risk Beyond Age

Epigenetic Clocks of Biological Aging and Risk of Incident Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia: The Women's Health Initiative Memory Study 🧠"These findings provide evidence linking epigenetic biomarkers of biological aging with MCI and dementia development, independent of chronological age." https://t.co/GKmn44gsqj

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Downed Planes Heighten Trump’s Risk Amid Pilot Hunt
SocialApr 4, 2026

Downed Planes Heighten Trump’s Risk Amid Pilot Hunt

Downed planes raise new perils for Trump as Tehran hunts for missing US pilot https://t.co/kBxWX99rYS

By Guy Faulconbridge
US Intel Says Iran Will Maintain Hormuz Chokehold
SocialApr 4, 2026

US Intel Says Iran Will Maintain Hormuz Chokehold

Exclusive: US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say https://t.co/s0QE23T6Eu

By Guy Faulconbridge
Build One Ad System, Turn $1K Into $5K
SocialApr 4, 2026

Build One Ad System, Turn $1K Into $5K

Imagine turning every $1,000 in ad spend into $3,000–$5,000 consistently. That’s not hype—that’s what happens when funnels, targeting & automations align. The gap between struggling and scaling businesses is always the system behind the ads. Build that system once, and...

By Premlata (Meta + Google Ads)
Propose Unilateral Hormuz Control Using Military Convoys, EW
SocialApr 4, 2026

Propose Unilateral Hormuz Control Using Military Convoys, EW

"The war and the negotiations on reopening the Hormuz Strait can go in parallel...An alternative step would be to control the Strait unilaterally, as Ukraine did with the Grain Corridor. Achieving this would require interceptors, military convoys to escort the...

By John Spencer
Twin DNA Tests Challenge U.S. Paternity Presumptions
SocialApr 4, 2026

Twin DNA Tests Challenge U.S. Paternity Presumptions

This is not an isolated situation. There are published court opinions on this issue in the U.S. Nevada goes so far as to address it by statute (a “presumption that a man is the natural father of a child” if...

By Prof. Victoria J. Haneman
Pakistan Diesel Spikes 55% Overnight Amid Energy Crisis
SocialApr 4, 2026

Pakistan Diesel Spikes 55% Overnight Amid Energy Crisis

This is insane: diesel in Pakistan had a price increase of 54.9%, not in a month or a week… OVERNIGHT. The global energy crisis is really hitting, starting to really see some crazy stuff unfold.

By Renewable Energy Club (Jonathan Rasmusson)
Incretin Modulators Boost Health, Happiness, and Longevity
SocialApr 4, 2026

Incretin Modulators Boost Health, Happiness, and Longevity

Life is a marshmallow test. Incretin modulators help you win while staying happy. I often ask big audiences - "how many of you are on GLP1?" and only a couple hands go up. Sometimes, none. That's when I understood that...

By Alex Zhavoronkov, PhD
China Unveils World's Longest Outdoor Escalator on Yangtze
SocialApr 4, 2026

China Unveils World's Longest Outdoor Escalator on Yangtze

FT: China has pressed the start button on what is believed to be the world’s longest outdoor escalator system on the steep banks of the Yangtze River, in a mountainous region known for pushing the bounds of architecture. @TomHale_ https://t.co/SjKTVdt0cd

By Jonathan Cheng
Spring Sets Record High for Renewable Energy Production
SocialApr 4, 2026

Spring Sets Record High for Renewable Energy Production

This spring has been a record season for renewables #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/rhuS1RPoh6

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Humanoid Robots Complete Automation's Final 10 Meters
SocialApr 4, 2026

Humanoid Robots Complete Automation's Final 10 Meters

Humanoid #Robots Take Over the Last 10 Meters of #Automation by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #Engineering #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/j4dlyoRFxt

By Ron van Loon
ATA Records Highest Tonnage in Three Years Amid Contract Surge
SocialApr 4, 2026

ATA Records Highest Tonnage in Three Years Amid Contract Surge

ATA, which survey's their members on tonnage data, reported the highest level in three years. We discussed the spot market carriers and how strong their markets are; the ATA members tend to operate in the contract market, which is seeing...

By Craig Fuller
Doctor‑Founded MyReset Launches Malaysia’s Next‑Gen Weight‑Loss Platform
SocialApr 4, 2026

Doctor‑Founded MyReset Launches Malaysia’s Next‑Gen Weight‑Loss Platform

Feels like I’ve talked about everything — weight loss, GLP-1s, founder diaries… But have not formally introduced our platform. So here goes — MYRESET. — A next-generation digital health platform built for weight loss in Malaysia. Founded by doctors (myself + my co-founder), with real experience in telehealth...

By Marissa Dinar, MD
US Freight Rail Hits Best Start Since 2019
SocialApr 4, 2026

US Freight Rail Hits Best Start Since 2019

American Assn of Railroads April report was very strong, showing signs of industrial recovery: "US freight rail traffic posted some of its strongest readings in years, offering one of the clearest signals yet that the goods economy is regaining...

By Craig Fuller
Hormuz Shutdown Tests Global Supply Resilience, Not Just Prices
SocialApr 4, 2026

Hormuz Shutdown Tests Global Supply Resilience, Not Just Prices

A prolonged Hormuz closure is not mainly about whether wealthy countries can tolerate higher prices. It is about how long the global system can keep functioning before shortages begin to appear. https://t.co/ZnTkdfQu09

By Jigar Shah
Stop Overthinking; Your Long Twitter Rant Isn’t Unique
SocialApr 4, 2026

Stop Overthinking; Your Long Twitter Rant Isn’t Unique

If u are 5 pages deep into a piece you are planning to post on twitter detailing why the US & USD are about to fail bc the Pentagon doesn't realize Iran has mountains & air craft carriers are obsolete,...

By Brent Johnson
Legal AI Firms Overstate RAG's Hallucination‑free Promise
SocialApr 4, 2026

Legal AI Firms Overstate RAG's Hallucination‑free Promise

“Recently, certain legal research providers have touted methods such as retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) as “eliminating” (Casetext, 2023) or “avoid[ing]” hallucinations (Thomson Reuters, 2023), or guaranteeing “hallucination-free” legal citations” 👀 https://t.co/kn1551aRr5

By Andrew Arruda
CASS‑Ready Address Software: A Mind‑blowing Experience
SocialApr 4, 2026

CASS‑Ready Address Software: A Mind‑blowing Experience

I used to work at a company that did premier USPS address correction (CASS certification) software. And oh my God.

By SwiftOnSecurity
Westlaw AI Delivers Gibberish on Tough Queries Despite Paid Service
SocialApr 4, 2026

Westlaw AI Delivers Gibberish on Tough Queries Despite Paid Service

“when I fed it intermediate to hard to very difficult questions in the past, Westlaw AI shrugged, gave me unhelpful gibberish…And people are paying for this (loads).” 👀

By Andrew Arruda
Bluetti Launches Fridge‑focused Home Backup Battery System
SocialApr 4, 2026

Bluetti Launches Fridge‑focused Home Backup Battery System

Bluetti targets home backup with fridge-focused battery system #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/dFKK0ofl83

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Substack May Force Follows, Eroding Creator Audience Ownership
SocialApr 4, 2026

Substack May Force Follows, Eroding Creator Audience Ownership

"I wouldn't be surprised at all, if in the future, Substack forces a follow button on the main landing page to Substacks... eventually they'll just want people to follow. You'll still have your Stripe details, but you won't own your...

By Michael Fritzell