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US Strike on Iran Could End Low‑oil Price Relief
SocialMar 2, 2026

US Strike on Iran Could End Low‑oil Price Relief

Low oil prices for much of the past year have helped cool inflation & given Trump license to tout more affordable prices at the pump. But if there was one scenario most likely to upset that trend, it was a...

By Victoria Guida
Planning Trumps Strategy, Empowering Technocrats Over Strategists
SocialMar 2, 2026

Planning Trumps Strategy, Empowering Technocrats Over Strategists

Welcome to Chapter Two of the Playing to Win/Practitioner Insights (PTW/PI) book club. I am reprising the 37 pieces that were ranked highest by readers – and they make up one books-worth of content. The second is Why Planning over Strategy? https://t.co/L7EbtoalCF In...

By Roger L. Martin
Strait of Hormuz Carries Significant LNG Alongside Oil
SocialMar 2, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Carries Significant LNG Alongside Oil

Very interesting > The Strait of Hormuz is not just oil - but also LNG. https://t.co/jlv7Hrp9LJ

By Guy Faulconbridge
Future of Work: People, Agents, Robots Collaborate
SocialMar 2, 2026

Future of Work: People, Agents, Robots Collaborate

The future of work isn’t Human vs. Machine. We’re moving toward a "tripartite" workforce: People + Agents + Robots Despite AI’s ability to automate 57% of tasks, the human element remains the competitive edge. See why: https://t.co/akYPtsI3GU @McKinsey_MGI #AI #MWC26 #IoT #5G #FutureOfWork

By Harold Sinnott
FDA Limits NTLA Gene Therapy to Mild Cases, Undermining Demand
SocialMar 2, 2026

FDA Limits NTLA Gene Therapy to Mild Cases, Undermining Demand

$NTLA drug is off hold but now being restricted by the FDA to the least severe/sick patients, which would logically be those least likely to want/need an experimental gene editing therapy. Existing options will dominate. Target/disease selection is a...

By Adam May
ISM Miss Could Cool Yields, Boost Growth Stocks
SocialMar 2, 2026

ISM Miss Could Cool Yields, Boost Growth Stocks

March 2, 2026 Economic Events : 0945 – S&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Feb): Exp 51.2 | Prior 51.2 1000 – ISM Manufacturing PMI (Feb): Exp 51.7 | Prior 52.6 1000 – ISM Manufacturing Prices: Exp 60.6 | Prior 59.0 1130 – ATL Fed GDPNow (Q1):...

By Shawn Catena (TraderTV Shawn)
Brent Climbs, USD Rise Temporary; Real Set to Rally
SocialMar 2, 2026

Brent Climbs, USD Rise Temporary; Real Set to Rally

Brent has jumped to $79 per barrel from $72 on Friday. We're currently getting risk-off price action that's lifting USD, including against commodity exporters like Brazil. But that will fade and the Real will rally like it did after the...

By Robin Brooks
Fourth U.S. Soldier Dies From Iranian Attack
SocialMar 2, 2026

Fourth U.S. Soldier Dies From Iranian Attack

A fourth U.S. soldier has been killed, dying from his wounds after the Iranian attack that killed 3. RIP 🙏🫡

By John Spencer
Batteries Accelerate Data Center Grid Connections, Cutting Costs
SocialMar 2, 2026

Batteries Accelerate Data Center Grid Connections, Cutting Costs

Great conversation with ⁦@Edison_Electric⁩ this morning focused on using new technologies to get more data centers connected to the grid faster. Connecting data centers to the grid is critical to bringing electricity rates down. Batteries are key. https://t.co/6SD5BHtq4g

By Jigar Shah
Early Investor Spotlights Cactus Mine Before Management
SocialMar 2, 2026

Early Investor Spotlights Cactus Mine Before Management

One of the first investors long before current management team even heard of cactus mine. My newsletter subs knew before day 1! @ArizonaSonoran https://t.co/8TjtUzluWj

By Jeb Handwerger
Fedorov Poised to Become Ukraine's Greatest Defense Minister
SocialMar 2, 2026

Fedorov Poised to Become Ukraine's Greatest Defense Minister

At this rate, @FedorovMykhailo risks going down as the best defense minister Ukraine has had in all the years of its independence

By Illia Ponomarenko
Leadership Emphasizes Real Constraints Over Hype in Chipmaking
SocialMar 2, 2026

Leadership Emphasizes Real Constraints Over Hype in Chipmaking

Had the opportunity last week to share my perspective with the top 200 leaders at $AMAT as they plan the next phase of chipmaking. These are the discussions that matter to me: real technology constraints, hard tradeoffs, and long-term industry impact,...

By Patrick Moorhead
All Six Aircrew Safely Ejected, Recovered and Stable
SocialMar 2, 2026

All Six Aircrew Safely Ejected, Recovered and Stable

“All six aircrew ejected safely, have been safely recovered, and are in stable condition.” 🙏

By John Spencer
MRK's Ovarian Cancer Claim Rejected by FDA, EMA
SocialMar 2, 2026

MRK's Ovarian Cancer Claim Rejected by FDA, EMA

$MRK claims a survival benefit in ovarian cancer irrespective of PD-L1 status, but FDA & EMA say BS. Via @ApexOnco -> https://t.co/Cld1O7Uuvp #ESGO26

By Jacob Plieth
Key FCC and Broadband Policy Moves Unveiled
SocialMar 2, 2026

Key FCC and Broadband Policy Moves Unveiled

Policyband Headlines ■ @FCC Merger Approval a Breeze for Charter-Cox ■ How Far Can @BrendanCarrFCC Go to Keep @NFL on Free TV? ■ @FSFthinktank's Long Calls for New Cable Rules if 39% Cap Goes ■ Malone Seeks @FCC Approval to Take Control of...

By Ted Hearn
Economic Wild
SocialMar 2, 2026

Economic Wild

Today's topic is #economic wildcards; this was prepared before the Iran situation began, but that topic was discussed. @housingwire @sarahteresa6 #mortgagerates #realestate #housing #chartdaddy

By Logan Mohtashami
Samsung Blocks Galaxy S26 Pre‑order Cancellations, May Violate Consumer Law
SocialMar 2, 2026

Samsung Blocks Galaxy S26 Pre‑order Cancellations, May Violate Consumer Law

Samsung India isn't allowing easy cancellation of Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-orders. There's no cancellation button on the order page. Pretty sure this amounts to "unfair trade practice" under the Consumer Protection Act, especially since the product hasn't shipped yet @SamsungIndia

By Aamir Siddiqui
Iran Strikes US‑Flagged Stena Imperative, Re‑targeting Feb 3 Vessel
SocialMar 2, 2026

Iran Strikes US‑Flagged Stena Imperative, Re‑targeting Feb 3 Vessel

Reports that Iran hit the 🇺🇲 flagged commercial tanker Stena Imperative. This was the ship harassed by Iran transiting the Strait of Hormuz back on Feb 3.

By Sal Mercogliano
Heating Oil Spikes 15% as Gas Hogs Headlines
SocialMar 2, 2026

Heating Oil Spikes 15% as Gas Hogs Headlines

While gas prices will get all the attention, it is worth pointing out the near 15% increase in heating oil this morning.

By Peter Atwater
FDA Demands Sham‑controlled Trial for uniQure’s AMT‑130
SocialMar 2, 2026

FDA Demands Sham‑controlled Trial for uniQure’s AMT‑130

$QURE AMT-130 update: Still blocked The FDA stated that it cannot agree that data from the Phase I/II studies, compared to an external control, are sufficient to provide the primary evidence of effectiveness required to support a marketing application for...

By Adam Feuerstein
One Clear CTA Beats Multiple Choices Every Time
SocialMar 2, 2026

One Clear CTA Beats Multiple Choices Every Time

Spotted three different CTAs on a single landing page yesterday: "Request a Demo" "Discuss Your ROI" "Explore the Platform" Two of them went to the same form. None had clear visual hierarchy. Users were getting decision paralysis. Most teams don't realize that every additional CTA...

By Paul Boag
Abu Dhabi Airport Restarts Flights, Sign of Slow Recovery
SocialMar 2, 2026

Abu Dhabi Airport Restarts Flights, Sign of Slow Recovery

Abu Dhabi Airport... roughly ten flights are now open for booking at Zayed International Airport, including services to Moscow. it’s a sign that things are slowly getting back to normal after the chaos, but we’re not fully out of the...

By Fahad Naim
IBM Shifts From Tech Milestones to Business KPIs
SocialMar 2, 2026

IBM Shifts From Tech Milestones to Business KPIs

Early start at #MWC26 with Rahul Kumar at the @IBM booth. We talked Autonomous Networks, AI-driven operations, and the shift from technical milestones to real business KPIs. Barcelona is where strategy meets execution, and #IBM is leaning into both. #Quantum @IBM @MWCHub...

By Harold Sinnott
PLA Rocket Force Poised to Overwhelm Regional Missile Defenses
SocialMar 2, 2026

PLA Rocket Force Poised to Overwhelm Regional Missile Defenses

While I share some concerns about key munitions being pulled out of INDOPACOM, folks should understand that even with full stocks of interceptors, the PLA Rocket Force is highly likely to be able to overwhelm U.S. and allied BMD in...

By Tom Shugart
Three F-15Es Downed by Friendly Fire in Kuwait
SocialMar 2, 2026

Three F-15Es Downed by Friendly Fire in Kuwait

3 F-15Es shot down by friendly fire over Kuwait We continue to update our original story: https://t.co/bRgLdhX3sx

By Tyler Rogoway
Cerro Caliche Offers Safe, High‑return Gold Investment
SocialMar 2, 2026

Cerro Caliche Offers Safe, High‑return Gold Investment

Cerro Caliche stands in stark contrast to Vizsla’s Panuco tragedy. Located in a stable, established mining district near operating mines Cucurpe has seen no reported cartel incidents disrupting ops. Safer jurisdiction profile than Sinaloa hotspots. @SonoroGold $sgo.v

By Jeb Handwerger
Lean Adoption Lags in Logistics Due to Global Service Diversity
SocialMar 2, 2026

Lean Adoption Lags in Logistics Due to Global Service Diversity

“The application of #Lean in logistics has seen a less successful & uniform uptake overall than in manufacturing. Some of the influencing factors relate to the disparate attitudes & service models across the #logistics landscape globally.” https://t.co/icZPxfrwU0 #supplychain

By Sigi Osagie
Energy Math, Security, and Geopolitics Drive Transition Solutions
SocialMar 2, 2026

Energy Math, Security, and Geopolitics Drive Transition Solutions

Thanks to Vijay and the whole team @TheEconomist for the invitation to deliver a keynote this morning about challenges—and solutions—facing the energy transition. I focused on energy math, energy security, and energy geopolitics—with today’s oil & gas price spikes top...

By Jason Bordoff
Cheap Iranian Drones Outspend Costly US Interceptors
SocialMar 2, 2026

Cheap Iranian Drones Outspend Costly US Interceptors

Iran fired 1200+ projectiles at five countries in the first 48 hours. Most were drones. These saturation attacks aim to overwhelm air defenses and drain interceptors. $20-50k Shahed drones vs. $4.19M PAC-3 interceptors put US and its partners on the...

By Becca Wasser
Qatar Reports Attack on Ras Laffan LNG Hub
SocialMar 2, 2026

Qatar Reports Attack on Ras Laffan LNG Hub

Qatar says Ras Laffan energy complex has been attacked It isn’t clear what part of the facility. But it is home to Qatar’s massive LNG export plant — the world’s biggest

By Stephen Stapczynski
Starlink Mobile Unveils
SocialMar 2, 2026

Starlink Mobile Unveils

Starlink Mobile @ #MWC26 -showed a video call on D2D -10M monthly active D2D users today. -Mexican operator coming shortly -V2 constellation to provide 5G experience - 150 Mbps -V2 coming mid 2027 -NR NTN standard -1,200 satellites initially -“complementary” to terrestrial https://t.co/cxxT3XpFev

By Mike Dano
Fibre Gains Equal Footing with 5G/6G at MWC26
SocialMar 2, 2026

Fibre Gains Equal Footing with 5G/6G at MWC26

I’ve been complaining for a while that the mobile industry keeps claiming that it is “telecoms” Based on this morning’s #MWC26 keynote, I’d say there’s now some humility & recognition that actually fibre is at least as central as 5G /...

By Dean Bubley
Starlink Mobile V2 Cuts Ground Costs, Delivers 5G Anywhere
SocialMar 2, 2026

Starlink Mobile V2 Cuts Ground Costs, Delivers 5G Anywhere

“With Starlink Mobile V2 connectivity, mobile network operators can invest less in terrestrial networks while unlocking seamless service in remote areas”

By Mike Dano
China’s EV Success Seeds Future Domestic Competition
SocialMar 2, 2026

China’s EV Success Seeds Future Domestic Competition

"𝐄𝐥𝐨𝐧, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬. You helped build the electric vehicle market in China. In doing so, you accelerated the rise of competitors who now operate at massive scale." The question is not whether competition intensifies. It is whether you...

By Ram Charan
From Possibility to Live Execution: AI Networks Now
SocialMar 2, 2026

From Possibility to Live Execution: AI Networks Now

MWC energy with @EvanKirstel and @JimHarris ! From AI-native networks to enterprise automation, the conversation this year is less about “what’s possible” and more about “what’s live.” Execution era. #MWC26 https://t.co/NfDsiLq8wv

By Harold Sinnott
TWC Highlights Fibre, Satellite Over 6G Future
SocialMar 2, 2026

TWC Highlights Fibre, Satellite Over 6G Future

I thought it was #MWC26, but actually it's TWC, #Telecom World Congress. The main session had more mentions of #fibre, #satellite and subsea cables, than it did of #6G. I think @GSMA now realises the real action is elsewhere, beyond mobile...

By Dean Bubley
Robotic Fish Turns Ocean Plastic Into Power
SocialMar 2, 2026

Robotic Fish Turns Ocean Plastic Into Power

I’ve spent years watching robots optimize warehouses and generate content. Now one is designed to repair the ocean. That feels different. A UK design student built a robotic fish that swims like a real marine creature while collecting microplastics. As it moves, it...

By Pascal Bornet
Ukraine Urges UAE to Curb Russian Revenue, Shares Drone Tech
SocialMar 2, 2026

Ukraine Urges UAE to Curb Russian Revenue, Shares Drone Tech

Ukraine could well ask that the UAE show some reciprocal good will by reducing its systemic enablement of Russian revenue generation.

By Jack Watling
Gurgaon Property Gains Mask Hidden Transaction Costs
SocialMar 2, 2026

Gurgaon Property Gains Mask Hidden Transaction Costs

Gurgaon’s ₹1 Crore Illusion: Why 70% of “Paper Profits” Are Financially Misunderstood Most investors proudly say: “My property doubled.” Let’s test that with numbers. Because appreciation is not profit. It’s arithmetic. Case Study (Realistic 2020–2026 Cycle) Bought in 2020: ₹2.00 Cr Value in 2026: ₹3.50 Cr Headline gain: ₹1.50 Cr Looks like...

By Aishwara Yashrika Kapoor
AI Is Evolving From Answering to Actually Executing Tasks
SocialMar 2, 2026

AI Is Evolving From Answering to Actually Executing Tasks

What if AI didn’t just suggest what to do… …but actually completed the work while you stepped away? Most teams are still using AI as a smarter search bar. But as I saw with @claudeai Cowork from @AnthropicAI, a new class of AI...

By Ron van Loon
Telcos Power Networks, Yet Miss OTT Value—Spinouts Proposed
SocialMar 2, 2026

Telcos Power Networks, Yet Miss OTT Value—Spinouts Proposed

We power the system but we barely get any value from it, says Christel Heydemann, CEO of @Orange during kickoff keynote at #MWC26 in. Barcelona. This has been a complain of telcos for several years as OTT vendors can innovate...

By Sarbjeet Johal
Middle East Tensions Likely Push Rand Lower, Fuel Costs Up
SocialMar 2, 2026

Middle East Tensions Likely Push Rand Lower, Fuel Costs Up

Prolonged tension in the Middle East. Rising oil prices, if sustained, and a weaker Rand. Add the increased fuel levies announced in the budget speech on top of macro concerns, and taking the governor’s conservative nature and the new 3% inflation...

By Talk Cents
Talon Takes Over Lundin’s Michigan Eagle Mine, Humboldt Mill
SocialMar 2, 2026

Talon Takes Over Lundin’s Michigan Eagle Mine, Humboldt Mill

Talon acquires Lundin’s US Ni, Cu subsidiary, taking Eagle Mine and Humboldt Mill in Michigan. https://www.metalnomist.com/2026/03/talon-acquires-lundins-us-ni-cu.html

By The Metalnomist
Agentic Enterprise Marks AI‑Driven Phase Change
SocialMar 2, 2026

Agentic Enterprise Marks AI‑Driven Phase Change

The AI Imperative: Resilience Reimagined-Protecting the Agentic Enterprise - The shift to the agentic enterprise is not merely an upgrade; it’s a phase change. We’re talking about systems that operate with breathtaking autonomy and at a massive scale. https://t.co/TWAXIQbUE0

By Dez Blanchfield
Security Requires Collaboration, Regulation for Trust in OTT
SocialMar 2, 2026

Security Requires Collaboration, Regulation for Trust in OTT

Trust needs security and security needs collaboration, institutions, regulations, says SUNIL BHARTI MITTAL FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN BHARTI ENTERPRISES during the kickoff keynote. The OTT (likes of WhatssApp and Telegram) players are not in same frameworks of regulations, he added. https://t.co/QDRuQ5KKOJ

By Sarbjeet Johal
AI Shows KPI Design Must Prioritize Impact Over Proxies
SocialMar 2, 2026

AI Shows KPI Design Must Prioritize Impact Over Proxies

What #AI reveals about performance measurement: proxies get optimized. If you measure speed, you may lose quality. If you measure output, you may miss impact. In the ML era, KPI design is a leadership discipline. https://t.co/FfVafJZaUk @mitsmr #MWC26 https://t.co/0jER9RZRs1

By Harold Sinnott
China’s Solar Surge Cuts Emissions Amid Rising Energy Use
SocialMar 2, 2026

China’s Solar Surge Cuts Emissions Amid Rising Energy Use

China’s latest energy data offers a signal worth paying attention to. In 2025, emissions from energy and industry fell by 0.3%, modest, but notable, even as total energy consumption rose by 3.5%. The key driver? A continued surge in solar...

By Jan Rosenow
500K Views: Sharing Practical Automation Knowledge
SocialMar 2, 2026

500K Views: Sharing Practical Automation Knowledge

500.000 views 🎉 and I am truly overwhelmed. Thank you for every single view, comment and message 🙌 You can find the channel here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e_isrBGj I am incredibly happy that my videos reach so many people and help you...

By Michael Grollmus
Qualcomm Expands Stack Control with 6G, Wear Elite
SocialMar 2, 2026

Qualcomm Expands Stack Control with 6G, Wear Elite

$QCOM opened MWC26 with five connectivity announcements that matter: X105 Modem-RF adds NR-NTN satellite (voice, video, data), FastConnect 8800 is Qualcomm’s first mobile Wi-Fi 8 push, Dragonwing broadens Wi-Fi 8 across the portfolio, Snapdragon Wear Elite moves to 3nm, and...

By Patrick Moorhead