Industry Social Media and Updates

Aerospace-Grade Capsule Survives Magnitude‑9 Quakes, Tsunamis
SocialMar 24, 2026

Aerospace-Grade Capsule Survives Magnitude‑9 Quakes, Tsunamis

Aerospace-Grade Survival Capsule Withstands Magnitude-9 Quakes and Tsunamis by @_fluxfeeds #TechForGood #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation https://t.co/Uzhy2xD7cT

By Ron van Loon
China’s SGE Silver Trades 11% Premium to Spot
SocialMar 24, 2026

China’s SGE Silver Trades 11% Premium to Spot

Good morning china 🇨🇳 At open on Tuesday, 3/24 SGE #Silver traded at RMB 16830.0/kg ($76.088/Troy oz) Spot #Silver is $68.440/Troy oz SGE premium at 11.2% over spot

By Carolin Frazier
Attorney Gets 11-Year Sentence for $1B Solar Fraud
SocialMar 24, 2026

Attorney Gets 11-Year Sentence for $1B Solar Fraud

Attorney sentenced to 11 years in $1 billion solar fraud scheme #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/AAW5NRPxht

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Insurance Error Leads to $622 Bill Despite Appeal
SocialMar 24, 2026

Insurance Error Leads to $622 Bill Despite Appeal

My health insurance accidentally coded my annual physical incorrectly, and now I have a $622 bill, and they have rejected my appeal even though they know it's in error. What a wonderful healthcare system we have 😚

By Hayden Clarkin (The Transit Guy)
Unveiling Plesetsk's Secret Unannounced Orbital Launch
SocialMar 24, 2026

Unveiling Plesetsk's Secret Unannounced Orbital Launch

OK, we will try to chronicle the curious case of an unprecedented/unannounced orbital launch from Plesetsk on the linked page (work in progress, of course): https://t.co/zaum1S7eWh

By Anatoly Zak
Conservative Court Threatens to Nullify Millions of Votes
SocialMar 24, 2026

Conservative Court Threatens to Nullify Millions of Votes

Here is where we stand in 2026: We are defending a Mississippi law from attacks by the RNC in the U.S. Supreme Court and there is a chance that a conservative majority might rule in a way that millions...

By Marc Elias
Unannounced Soyuz Launch Suspected, Details Remain
SocialMar 24, 2026

Unannounced Soyuz Launch Suspected, Details Remain

Possible launch of Soyuz rocket with Rassvet satellites at about 1800 UTC Mar 23. Russia has, unusually, made no announcement but there are observations downrange of rocket plume and claimed signals from a payload. Situation currently uncertain, no Space Force...

By Jonathan McDowell
Vitamin K Shot Saves Newborn Lives—Don’t Skip It
SocialMar 24, 2026

Vitamin K Shot Saves Newborn Lives—Don’t Skip It

Please give the vitamin K shot to your newborn. Their life (and yours) may just depend on it. pediatrician #newborn #parenting

By Dr. Leslie Treece, MD
Doctors Endorse Peptides as Effective and Favorable
SocialMar 24, 2026

Doctors Endorse Peptides as Effective and Favorable

Meanwhile: Anecdotal data: "I spoke lots of doctors, they all said peptides are great and they like them"

By Vishal Gulati
Stand Firm: Prioritize Company Over Vendor Pressure
SocialMar 24, 2026

Stand Firm: Prioritize Company Over Vendor Pressure

Push back on vendors and teams, even when uncomfortable. Doing what's right for the company matters most, despite their pressure. #BusinessTips #VendorManagement https://t.co/vw7A0CqBOg

By Eric Kimberling
Pentagon Shifts Media to Annex After Court Loss
SocialMar 24, 2026

Pentagon Shifts Media to Annex After Court Loss

This administration has never met a law that it didn’t feel comfortable grabbing by the genitalia with the greatest lack of respect. Pentagon moves media to external ‘annex’ after press policy court defeat - The Washington Post https://t.co/4hTc1vE9mD

By David Poland
Iran Doesn't Charge $2M Per Ship for Safe Passage
SocialMar 24, 2026

Iran Doesn't Charge $2M Per Ship for Safe Passage

A lot of nonsense spreading on social media about Iran charging $2 million per ship for safe passage

By Anas Alhajji
Captain Balances Empathy, Crew Privacy, and Routine Safety
SocialMar 24, 2026

Captain Balances Empathy, Crew Privacy, and Routine Safety

Watch this Air Canada captain’s announcement before takeoff: ‘We extend our deepest sympathies to the families of those involved in yesterday’s LaGuardia incident. This is a difficult time for Air Canada. Thank you for your support, and we kindly ask...

By Fahad Naim
Interstate Objectors Submit Battery Approval
SocialMar 24, 2026

Interstate Objectors Submit Battery Approval

Green light for network big battery sent to regulator by interstate and long-distance objectors #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/9QKJ0Dn1JO https://t.co/cw8jEVYTGx

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Office Construction Hits 2011 Lows; B‑space Demand Uncertain
SocialMar 24, 2026

Office Construction Hits 2011 Lows; B‑space Demand Uncertain

We’re currently seeing the lowest level of office construction since 2011. ▫️A+ is full ▫️A is almost full What happens to B space is the question? Some B+ will be competitive in good locations and with renovations. Tear Downs and Conversions are up. In...

By Coy Davidson
TikTok Bans AI Black Influencers Promoting Explicit Content
SocialMar 24, 2026

TikTok Bans AI Black Influencers Promoting Explicit Content

TikTok has banned 20 accounts after the BBC highlighted the use of Al-generated black female influencers to drive users to sites promoting sexually explicit content. They are part of a growing trend of accounts on Instagram and TikTok that has been...

By Samantha Sophia (Raising Self)
New Seasons Arrive: For All Mankind, Daredevil, Stranger Things
SocialMar 24, 2026

New Seasons Arrive: For All Mankind, Daredevil, Stranger Things

Folks, we have For All Mankind and Daredevil here soon and Stranger Things Tales from ‘85 in a month. There is reason to rejoice.

By Michael Rennick
Crimson Desert Hits 2M Sales, yet genAI Dampens Hype
SocialMar 24, 2026

Crimson Desert Hits 2M Sales, yet genAI Dampens Hype

Crimson Desert sells 2 million copies in five days, but genAI kinda spoils the party. https://t.co/BXkxtD7aVB

By Dean Takahashi
Gen. Mattis Warns Iran Could Tax Strait Traffic
SocialMar 24, 2026

Gen. Mattis Warns Iran Could Tax Strait Traffic

GEN. MATTIS: “.. Iran right now, if we declared victory, they would now say they own the strait. .. You’d see a tax for every ship that goes through. .. We’re in a tough spot, ladies and gentlemen. .. I...

By Carl Quintanilla
CNN to Cut Jobs, Shift Toward Digital Future
SocialMar 24, 2026

CNN to Cut Jobs, Shift Toward Digital Future

Scoop: CNN is expected to lay off some staffers this week as network chief Mark Thompson works to push the network away from linear television and into the digital future.

By Oliver Darcy
Iran’s Fragmented Leadership Clouds US Negotiation Prospects
SocialMar 24, 2026

Iran’s Fragmented Leadership Clouds US Negotiation Prospects

Important nuance before assuming the stage is set for US-Iran negotiations: ❓ How unified is Iran’s top leadership at present — across the legislative branch, the military (especially the IRGC), and the religious establishment? ❓ Does Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf hold...

By Vandana Hari
Pause the Noise: Read This Thoughtful Opinion Piece
SocialMar 24, 2026

Pause the Noise: Read This Thoughtful Opinion Piece

News is heavy these days. Take a moment to read this opinion piece. Or at minimum turn up the sound. Smiles. And fascinating. https://t.co/gRDta3rQCI

By Jason Kint
Treventus Robot Scans 2,500 Pages Hourly
SocialMar 24, 2026

Treventus Robot Scans 2,500 Pages Hourly

Treventus Scan #Robot Digitizes Up to 2,500 Pages Per Hour by @AadityaAnand_11 #Robotics #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology https://t.co/BJ6iZCUonv

By Ron van Loon
Trump Calms Markets, Buys Time, Pursues Diplomacy and Military Options
SocialMar 24, 2026

Trump Calms Markets, Buys Time, Pursues Diplomacy and Military Options

Lux's @brett_mcgurk current POV: (1) we're only halfway thru stated plan of 4-6 weeks (2) Occam's razor: Trump is calming markets + buying time. He will give diplomacy serious try, while advancing US military + creating more options, and continuing non-power...

By Josh Wolfe
Threads Adds Profile View Counts as Social Proof
SocialMar 24, 2026

Threads Adds Profile View Counts as Social Proof

🚨 NEW 🚨 Threads is starting to show the number of recent views you’ve received directly on your profile. The metric becomes visible once an account surpasses 10K views over the last 30 days, but there is an option to turn...

By Lindsey Gamble
Strait of Hormuz: Tiny Passage, Massive Oil Impact
SocialMar 24, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: Tiny Passage, Massive Oil Impact

I’m wondering if the news media can muster up an article or report about the Strait of Hormuz, how big it is at its narrowest point and why it’s such a critically strategic waterway to oil trade…. I haven’t heard...

By Robert Rose
Rio Tinto Scraps Smelter Repowering, Cuts Dec
SocialMar 24, 2026

Rio Tinto Scraps Smelter Repowering, Cuts Dec

Rio Tinto “farms out” smelter repowering as decarbonisation division gets the axe #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/vfMB7F6fLe https://t.co/f0NDuzschk

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
ATC Strain Boosts LaGuardia‑exposed Airline Short Opportunities
SocialMar 24, 2026

ATC Strain Boosts LaGuardia‑exposed Airline Short Opportunities

Macro:🚨 ATC strain at hubs; Key: controller juggling odor-emergency, runway incursions up; Risks: staffing, fatigue, complexity; Trade: short airlines with LaGuardia exposure. — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA. More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov

By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
FCC Lawmaker Retracts Claim of NXST's Massive Cash Flow
SocialMar 24, 2026

FCC Lawmaker Retracts Claim of NXST's Massive Cash Flow

It was pointed out in this space that @AGomezFCC was dreaming if she thought @NXSTMediaGroup had "hundreds of billions in free cash flow." The @FCC Democrat has since updated her statement ... (Ready for the @FOX29philly revisions when you are,...

By Ted Hearn
Kuwait Power Cuts Caused by Intercepted Rocket Debris
SocialMar 23, 2026

Kuwait Power Cuts Caused by Intercepted Rocket Debris

Power outages have affected several areas in Kuwait after falling debris from intercepted rockets or drones damaged and cut power lines

By Anas Alhajji
Floating Storage Delays Iranian Oil Sales, Relief Unlikely.
SocialMar 23, 2026

Floating Storage Delays Iranian Oil Sales, Relief Unlikely.

Despite some accounts on this app implying that all oil that Iran has shipped is already sold…that is not the case. Some oil is shipped and is floating storage…to then be sold later. This does not mean the USTs...

By Brent Johnson
Questioning Preferential LNG Export Priorities Over Market Bidding
SocialMar 23, 2026

Questioning Preferential LNG Export Priorities Over Market Bidding

Wait, why are we giving anyone special priority to our LNG exports. Why aren’t we selling it to the highest bidder?

By John Konrad
US‑Israel Neutralize 70% of Iran’s Missile Launchers in Three Weeks
SocialMar 23, 2026

US‑Israel Neutralize 70% of Iran’s Missile Launchers in Three Weeks

Just over 3 weeks and the U.S.-Israel have taken out over 70% of Iran's ballistic missile launchers.

By John Spencer
Voltage and Oscillation Triggered Iberian Blackout, ENTSO‑E Reports
SocialMar 23, 2026

Voltage and Oscillation Triggered Iberian Blackout, ENTSO‑E Reports

Combination of voltage and oscillation caused Iberian blackout, says ENTSO-E report #energysky -- via pv-tech: https://t.co/WybuodVmK9

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Week 2 Progress: T‑Side Highlights on 20K ELO Quest
SocialMar 23, 2026

Week 2 Progress: T‑Side Highlights on 20K ELO Quest

Week #2 on the Road to 20K ELO on CS2. Here is T side from our last game of the day. https://t.co/n1W1wZVA5w

By Matthew “Nadeshot” Haag
Minor Lifestyle Tweaks Cut Major Heart Risks
SocialMar 23, 2026

Minor Lifestyle Tweaks Cut Major Heart Risks

Even small differences in sleep, physical activity and nutrition (SPAN) can have significant favorable impact vs major adverse cardiovascular events @uk_biobank, >53,000 participants, median age 63 yrs https://t.co/iZJjENsOiM https://t.co/WNiGfGGDYL

By Eric Topol
Iran War Triggers Global Inflation and Supply Chain Strain
SocialMar 23, 2026

Iran War Triggers Global Inflation and Supply Chain Strain

Goldman Sachs: Brace for worldwide inflation surge. The supply shortages created with the Iran war. What will that do to demand, China & other exports, inventory, supply chains, and logistics? Especially the transportation modes.

By Tom Craig
US Battery Production Surge Powers Grid Expansion
SocialMar 23, 2026

US Battery Production Surge Powers Grid Expansion

Suddenly, the US manufactures a ton of grid batteries #energysky -- via Canary Media: https://t.co/1sjR9THvtK

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Press Ignoring Critical US Maritime Crises and Casualties
SocialMar 23, 2026

Press Ignoring Critical US Maritime Crises and Casualties

From the 3 Americans who died because of Biden’s Gaza Pier, to the US Merchant Marine ships under a barrage of fire by Houthis in the Red Sea, to decades of under reporting the shipyard crisis. I can list dozens of...

By John Konrad
US‑Made Routers Rare; Waiver Requires Specific Criteria
SocialMar 23, 2026

US‑Made Routers Rare; Waiver Requires Specific Criteria

Is any router made within the US? What will it take to receive a waiver?

By Dave Zatz
Israel Targets Iranian Regime Leaders and Security Forces
SocialMar 23, 2026

Israel Targets Iranian Regime Leaders and Security Forces

I agree, Israel is going after the Iranian regime leaders, Basij, police, security forces, checkpoints and methods the regime used to kill protesters..they are calling IRGC officers to tell them they are dead men walking…

By John Spencer
Post‑CNY Container Surge Set to Strain US Trucking
SocialMar 23, 2026

Post‑CNY Container Surge Set to Strain US Trucking

Ocean container imports are just starting to roll in from CNY. This index tracks container at the point of bookings, which take about 3 weeks from bookings date to hit US ports. It is updated daily. In coming weeks, we will...

By Craig Fuller
Silver's Sharp Drop Sets Strong Entry Opportunity
SocialMar 23, 2026

Silver's Sharp Drop Sets Strong Entry Opportunity

Silver's ~46% crash from Jan '26 highs looks like classic volatility, margin hikes, profit-taking after 130%+ run. Long-term? Fundamentals strong: 6th straight deficit in 2026, solar/EV/AI demand provides floor. Shakeout creates better entry. https://t.co/LXPHZL13Eg

By Jeb Handwerger
EU Child Abuse Detection Rules Lapse Before 2026 Law
SocialMar 23, 2026

EU Child Abuse Detection Rules Lapse Before 2026 Law

EU lawmakers have days to act. On 3 April, the rules allowing platforms to detect and remove child sexual abuse material expire — and permanent legislation won't be finalised until July 2026 at the earliest. We have been here before. 🧵...

By Joanna Shields
DoD Shifts Press to External Annex After Court Ruling
SocialMar 23, 2026

DoD Shifts Press to External Annex After Court Ruling

NEW >> The Defense Department said it will move press to external ‘annex’ just days after a federal judge struck down its press policy as unconstitutional. https://t.co/wM5OKyEP6c

By Scott Nover
Drivers Cheat Drug Tests Through “Bruh” Service
SocialMar 23, 2026

Drivers Cheat Drug Tests Through “Bruh” Service

1 in 85 truck drivers that had previously failed their drug tests went to "bruh" to get cleared. He turned in "clean" drug tests so that the drivers could return to work. The problem? Most of them wouldn't have passed.

By Craig Fuller
Copper Demand Stays Resilient Despite Iran Conflict Worries
SocialMar 23, 2026

Copper Demand Stays Resilient Despite Iran Conflict Worries

HOUSTON - Freeport-McMoRan expects demand for copper for use in electrification, data centers and other ​high-tech areas to remain resilient despite market jitters tied to the Iran conflict, CEO Kathleen Quirk told Reuters ‌on Monday. $FCX

By Ernest Scheyder
Hollywood Must Cut Blockbuster Budgets Below $200M
SocialMar 23, 2026

Hollywood Must Cut Blockbuster Budgets Below $200M

Glad to hear #DCStudios kept #SUPERGIRL’s budget in check. With the CBM heydays past us, It’s more important than ever that you give your CBMs all conditions to succeed at Global #BoxOffice: Optics are as important as delivering a good...

By Luiz Fernando
Finland's ReOrbit Secures $173M Deal for First GEO Satellites
SocialMar 23, 2026

Finland's ReOrbit Secures $173M Deal for First GEO Satellites

Finland's @ReOrbitOy sells first 2 GEO sats, to @thelibragroup's SLI leasing company, for $173M. SLI says ultimate users/orbital slots TBD. Deal follow's December 'heads of agreement' w/ startup GEO sat builder #AscendArc, also for 2 satellites, for $200M. https://t.co/LQZFwwRbdM https://t.co/VZFZgfbJV5

By Peter B. de Selding