Oil Upside Limited Even With Iranian Embargo, Brent at $115
I'm starting a new weekly video every Saturday morning on markets and macro. The first episode was yesterday. I discussed why upside to oil is limited even if we embargo Iranian oil. Brent at $115 already prices significant disruption. You can watch here: https://t.co/5LcvLNHLpG https://t.co/Uskn6n2zAn
Chokepoint Threats Spark Oil Volatility Opportunities
Smart take from @HolaPrimeTrade on the Hormuz situation 🎯 When key chokepoints get threatened, commodity traders need to be ready. Oil volatility = opportunity for those positioned right. Check https://t.co/pKoy2KGz8x for firms with the best energy trading conditions 🛢️⚡
Certain Cleaning Agents Can Cut PV Output by 5.6%
Fraunhofer CSP warns some cleaning agents may reduce PV module performance by up to 5.6% #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/yfOWVCOjSx https://t.co/PM69r9Hgdg
Trump’s Iran Strategy Fuels U.S. Semiconductor Advantage
Trumps hidden win in Iran war How US could gain in semiconductors race https://t.co/YD7keFvYid via @business_today
Subtract 300k Bpd From 2026 Oil Demand Forecasts
⭕️For now, whatever your estimates of global oil consumption growth for 2026, subtract about 300 kb/d from it. This number will change as we move forward.
Gamers Unprepared for $70 Four-Hour Rail Shooter
I don't think people are ready for a $70 4 hour rail shooter in 2026
Embargo Iranian Oil; Cut Funding to War‑fueling Regimes
I support an embargo of Iranian oil. The reason is Russia. We never embargoed Russia. If we had, there's a good chance it wouldn't still be wreaking havoc in Ukraine. You just can't allow the life blood of these regimes...
Two Artemis II Live Events Today: Crew Talk & Update
Two Artemis II media events today (Sunday, Mar 28): 11:30 am ET with the crew, 2:00 pm ET status update. Watch on NASA's YouTube channel.
Nestlé Reports 413,793 KitKat Bars Vanished, Truck Missing
"Nestlé says roughly 413,793 [KitKat] bars went missing after leaving a production facility in central Italy, with the truck still not found" https://t.co/rFkTvqrolc
Oil Shipments Surge Across Gulf Despite US‑Iran War
PHOTO(S) OF THE DAY: Oil loadings across the Arabian Sea, Persian Gulf, and Red Sea during the US-Iran war. From top left clockwise: Fujairah single point mooring (March 28); Kharg island (March 27); Yanbu (March 24); and Al Muajjiz (March...
Google Approved Dubious DMCA Takedown, Site Likely to Reappear
I'm surprised this was approved by Google... I've seen them come back with rejected DMCA notices when it was clear the site was infringing copyright. This is a BS DMCA takedown that doesn't even make sense. Very interesting case... I...
Saudi Oil Revenues Rise, No Gold‑selling Crisis
There's lots of misinformation at the moment, including the idea that big Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia are having to sell gold. Saudi Arabia's revenues from oil exports are actually up, because the rise in oil prices more than offsets...
5 Essential Writing Tools That Built My $20M Business
Writing online is how I built a LinkedIn audience to 154,000 and a $20,000,000 digital business. But my writing tech stack is simple. I never start writing without these 5 tools:
NATO Praise Misplaced for Admirals Without Real Navy Experience
My top grievance at NATO conferences? MSM slobbering on European and Canadian admirals who walk around with 3 and 4 stars from nations that own a few small frigates. “Navy chief”, this guy never had a Navy. He managed a floating...
Iran Conflict Options Could Unfold Within Weeks
Top story on Page 1 of @washingtonpost today is this look at military options for the war with Iran. One person told me the objectives under consideration would probably take “weeks, not months” to complete. Another put the potential timeline at...
Building Resilient, Intelligent Energy Systems at Gastech2026
Energy security, LNG flows, and rising power demand are back at the center of the global conversation — and for good reason. The challenge today is no longer just about having enough energy, but about building systems that are reliable, affordable,...
Delta Jet Lands at LaGuardia, Wrong Controller Confused
Yikes: Delta Regional Jet Was Landing At LaGuardia — The Wrong Controller Asks, “Where Are You?” - View from the Wing https://t.co/onAnFSNoxv
Discussing Iran War and Rubio’s G7 Visit on Bloomberg
About to be on @BloombergTV's "Bloomberg This Weekend" with @davidgura @EenaRuffini @LisaMateoTV to talk about the #IranWar and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to France for the #G7
5‑Takeaway Format Reduces Complexity, Omits Democracy Defense
I despise the 5-takeways journalistic trope the #BrokenTimes loves so. It is reductionist, hubristic in its claim to summarize any complex event. This one leaves out much, like the defense of democracy against fascism. https://t.co/9PqlDk10zG
New Gas Power Plants Now 3.5× Costlier Than Years Ago
$3620/kW for a massive new gas power complex. Combined cycle power plants are apparently now are 3.5x more expensive than they were just a few years ago, even when building multiple at one site (with govt backing). Rethink the idea...
War‑Driven Energy Shock Pushes Importers Toward Alternatives
As the outbreak of a regional war disrupts global energy markets for the second time in four years, oil & gas importing countries will be motivated to find alternatives; coal, nuclear, renewables and EVs alike, as @bradplumer & Rebecca Elliott...
US Bases Lack Hardened Defenses Against Iranian Missiles
A war with Iran was an obvious scenario for CENTCOM and Iran's ballistic missile and OWA UAS capabilities are well-known. The lack of underground command posts and hardened shelters—or even concrete barriers between tents, which were common at bases in...
Renewable Surge Isn’t Cutting Consumer Electricity Costs
Why is the rush into renewable energy not lowering our bills? - The Times and The Sunday Times https://t.co/br5e33MMO9
Claim Iran Pinpointed Missile Source Is False
This is dangerous fake news. We already know these people target families and friends. There is no possible way that Iran can pinpoint the exact ship a missile came from. Please community note and report this “UK journalist”
Freedom of Expression Outweighs Cheering Facebook Verdicts
After eight paragraphs of caveats, David French gets to the correct point: freedom of expression. Don’t Cheer Too Hard for the Facebook Verdicts https://t.co/DUVT5kRzE3
SpaceX Bidding Signals New Players in Future 5G/6G Auctions
The inclusion of @SpaceX as a possible bidder in @FCC Auction 113 is an important indicator - we should expect future 5G / 6G auctions to attract new classes of participant And regulators should encourage this trend I wrote about this...
Pentagon Gears up for Iran Ground War; Markets Numb
The Pentagon is preparing ground operations in Iran. Raids on Kharg Island, boots near Hormuz, 3,500 soldiers on the USS Tripoli. Iran's parliament speaker: "Our men are waiting to set fire to them." This is no longer an air campaign....
LNG Shortfall Threatens Global Gas‑Fired Power Generation
Gas-fired generation will be squeezed by LNG shortfall Global gas-fired electricity generation is likely to be among the hardest hit sectors following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the loss of production as a result of damage to two...
Iran Conflict Strains Britain's Defense Readiness
How the Iran war is scrambling Britain’s ability to defend itself - The Times and The Sunday Times https://t.co/hK88mSq7r5
Two Roster Moves to Make FaZe Trophy Contenders
What 2 roster changes would you make to put FaZe in the convo for a trophy lift?
Air France Ends 80‑year Orly Service, Halts All Flights
Air France Ends All Flights At Paris Orly (ORY), After 80 Years At The Airport https://t.co/gzgBRS2FCV
UK Cuts Gas Imports Despite Energy Security Risks
Latest instalment in the “Miliband is a moron” series Britain’s gas imports to be cut despite energy security threat https://t.co/EsJkZMM8LL
Heyman Tech Unveils Waterproof Humanoid Hand for Deep‑sea Robotics
Heyman Tech Introduces Waterproof Humanoid Hand Built for Extreme Depths by @TheHumanoidHub #Robotics #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML #Innovation https://t.co/EuKlyFAoxd
Hormuz Oil Flow Down 40%, Now Mostly Crude
Pre-war Strait of Hormuz flow (crude + products): ~20m b/d. My updated flow assumptions: Iran: ~1.5m b/d (SoH) UAE: ~1.0m b/d (Fujairah above pre-war) KSA: ~5.0m b/d (Yanbu above pre-war) Plus ~1.0m b/d (Non-Iranian SoH tankers) Plus >2.0m...
Doctor Multiplies 5‑star Reviews, Triples Patients in 3 Months
"Doctors, every patient checks reviews before visiting. Here’s how one of my clients, A Doctor grew from 12 reviews (4.8 stars) to 712, 5-star reviews—and tripled their patient footfall within 3 months. These are the exact same hacks I’ve shared with...
Bear Scenario Looms: Oil Spikes, Fed Stuck, S&P Near 6k
Looks like next week is heading towards the bear case scenario I highlighted in my weekly report. Bear case (35% probability): The April 6 deadline produces strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Iran retaliates against Saudi or UAE oil facilities. Brent breaks...
Robots Assist, Humans Provide Empathy in Healthcare
Robots are starting to enter one of the most sensitive environments we have. Healthcare. Unitree’s systems being used as caregivers and assistants show how robotics is moving beyond factories into real-world human settings. The value is clear: Supporting staff with repetitive tasks Assisting with logistics...
COVID Likely Zoonotic; Prioritize Broad Pandemic Preparedness
Concur that COVID was very likely zoonotic in origin. That's always been the most likely scenario, and the evidence has just grown stronger. (See below.) From a policy standpoint, I don't think it matters much. 1. Some past pandemics have originated...
Iranian Strike Wipes Out One of Last Sentry Aircraft
Iranian strike at Prince Sultan: photos and reports show E-3G 81-0005 is gone.... clean hit on the rear radar dome. . USAF loses one of its 16 remaining Sentries (average age 40+, no new builds in decades)
Iran Vows Retaliation over US, Israeli University Attacks
This would be retaliation for attacks on Iranian universities by the US and Israel. Please try to report ALL the facts.
Petrol Prices Seen as Government Profit Scheme, Small Businesses Suffer
People now just realising petrol / oil pricing is another extractive government scheme. And they have no plan to cut duty because this ‘crisis’ is far too profitable. Fortunately I only have to drive to see clients occasionally but small...
New Oklahoma Aluminum Smelter Set to Revamp U.S. Supply
Century and EGA plan a major Oklahoma aluminum smelter that could transform US primary metal supply. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/03/century-ega-oklahoma-aluminum-plant.html
Cholera Aid for Africa Delayed by Dubai Hold, War Fallout
Emergency medical cholera supplies destined for Africa are STUCK in Dubai warehouses. US-ISRAELI WAR ON IRAN = COLLATERAL DAMAGE. https://t.co/obM6ZY0tKC
MAS Releases Comprehensive AI Governance Framework with Case Studies
MAS dropped 173 pages of operational AI governance - agentic AI named explicitly. DBS, BlackRock, Julius Baer case studies. This is what exam-ready governance looks like. MAS unveils AI Risk Management Toolkit for Singapore's financial sector https://t.co/zLPlP0lcaL
Russian Column Dismisses Ukrainian Drones as Non‑innovative
That Russian mechanized column on the southern front also noted, for the record, the complete absence of genuine innovation in those Ukrainian drones made by LEGO-playing housewives. It was not available for further comment for some reason. https://t.co/B4JRyIkl7Y
Instagram Plus Adds Rewatch Insights, Viewer Search, New Story Tools
Instagram Plus rolling out with rewatch insights, viewer search, and more Story tools ✅ Details - https://t.co/zrgS5z9816 https://t.co/FHfxnP5677
Houthis Join Iran War, US Marines Deploy to Region
Yemen's Houthis enter Iran war with attacks on Israel, while US Marines arrive in region https://t.co/ypBFJcMnKr
US Funding Accelerates Domestic Heavy‑Rare‑Earth Magnet Supply Chain
USA Rare Earth funding could speed up a US mine-to-magnet supply chain for heavy rare earths and domestic magnets. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/03/usa-rare-earth-funding-could-accelerate.html
AI Clones Reality TV, Eroding True Originality
Reality TV is getting an AI twist, and it’s getting strange. An “AI fruit version” of Love Island shows how easily formats can be replicated, remixed and turned into something surreal with generative tools. Entertainment is entering a phase where ideas can...
Two‑Wheeled SHANE Electric Car Redefines Future Transport
The Future Rolls on Two Wheels: SHANE Electric Car Concept by Shane Chen by @ningshensorei #Transport #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation #Tech #TechForGood https://t.co/ECFPWGReXO