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Study Lacks Equipoise: Control Babies Likely Infected
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Study Lacks Equipoise: Control Babies Likely Infected

The key point here is that the proposed study would not have equipoise because almost certainly some babies in the control arm would get hepatitis from their infected mother.

By Peter Suzman
Algorithm Cools Solar Panels During Clipping, Boosts Efficiency
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Algorithm Cools Solar Panels During Clipping, Boosts Efficiency

New algorithm reduces solar module temperature during clipping, curtailment #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/NbLnqUKk5Q

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
CEO Warwick Smith Discusses Deal Strategies at American Pacific
SocialFeb 21, 2026

CEO Warwick Smith Discusses Deal Strategies at American Pacific

Resource Expert Sean Brodrick interviews Deal-maker CEO Warwick Smith of American Pacific Mining Corp $USGDF $USGD.CA https://t.co/9vg3VBGu4A https://t.co/fs6rz3m196

By Hedgehog Trader (Nicholas Winton)
All My Updates Now in One Newsletter
SocialFeb 21, 2026

All My Updates Now in One Newsletter

By popular demand: so many of you said you couldn’t find my videos, updates, or receipts in the feed shuffle. I heard you. I organized everything into one easy spot — the Jay Jay #Legal newsletter. 🗞️ Head to JJLegal.com/news to...

By JayJay Legal
G2 on 5G Relaunched as The 6G Podcast
SocialFeb 21, 2026

G2 on 5G Relaunched as The 6G Podcast

We have rebooted the G2 on 5G as The 6G Podcast with the help of Ookla's Mike Dano. Our first episode may be one of the longest (45 minutes) I have ever recorded in the 5 years of doing these...

By Anshel Sag
Change Management Essential to Avoid Software Adoption Delays
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Change Management Essential to Avoid Software Adoption Delays

Resistance to new software is common, especially when users want to stick to old processes. This dynamic often leads to project delays and cost overruns. Adapting to new tech requires careful change management. #ProjectManagement #ChangeManagement https://t.co/SgQrPEUnQD

By Eric Kimberling
California's Wealth Tax Threatens Innovation, Yet I Stay
SocialFeb 21, 2026

California's Wealth Tax Threatens Innovation, Yet I Stay

The California wealth tax as currently written would be really bad for the state and its innovation economy. That said, even if it passes I'm not going anywhere. California has helped me create more wealth than I could imagine growing up on...

By Seth Bannon
Japan's Deep-Sea Rare Earths: Promise Meets Extraction Hurdle
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Japan's Deep-Sea Rare Earths: Promise Meets Extraction Hurdle

Japan’s deep-sea rare earth find at Minamitorishima sounds like a game-changer. And on paper, it is. The 50-50 mix of light and heavy rare earths is impressive, especially since heavy elements are the truly scarce ones. The bad news is it’s...

By Peter Zeihan
Most Health System Innovations Die Before Scaling
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Most Health System Innovations Die Before Scaling

Many accuse health systems of not being willing to innovate. The truth? Lots of innovation is being explored all the time - you just don’t hear about them because most never make it to system-wide scale. For every 100 ideas that...

By Joshua Liu, MD
Algorithms Could Cut Data Center Energy Use
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Algorithms Could Cut Data Center Energy Use

Can an Algorithm Solve Data Centers’ Power Problem? #energysky -- via Heatmap News https://t.co/qcCqLZZ9Qq https://t.co/skxJp2cNOc

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Game Prices Surge: Nintendo Tests $65 Price Point
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Game Prices Surge: Nintendo Tests $65 Price Point

BONUS edition of Game File (aka what I planned to send Friday before the big Xbox news)... We talk about $60 games, $70 games... $100 games?? Nintendo, ever the innovator, has tried $65 a couple of times this year https://t.co/7sKoDr80re

By Stephen Totilo
Grok 4.20 Enables Personalized News From 300M Daily Posts
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Grok 4.20 Enables Personalized News From 300M Daily Posts

Grok 4.20 is starting to use lists. Here's my first attempt at getting it to read my lists and give me interesting posts from each: https://t.co/uKEszPmEsG This leads to a new kind of personalized news service. It still isn't close to...

By Robert Scoble
Two Authors Shouldn't Qualify for Major Trial Abstract
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Two Authors Shouldn't Qualify for Major Trial Abstract

Submitting an abstract for a late-stage large clinical trial for review at a major conference, where you're asking for an oral, but only having 2 authors should be disqualifying. Really, only *2* people acquired ALL the data for this? Disgraceful...

By Nicole Paulk
PowerBank Reports $22.3M H2 2025 Revenue Surge
SocialFeb 21, 2026

PowerBank Reports $22.3M H2 2025 Revenue Surge

PowerBank posts $22.3 million in H2 2025 revenue amid space solar AI push #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/NhMneLBXJk

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Markets Switch to AI When It Outperforms Tradition
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Markets Switch to AI When It Outperforms Tradition

The market doesn’t care how long you’ve done it “the old way.” If AI can do it faster, cheaper, better — the switch will happen. https://t.co/zQCFnB0Dpd

By Tatyana Kanzaveli
Latham Steals Additional Wachtell Partners in NY Talent War
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Latham Steals Additional Wachtell Partners in NY Talent War

Scoop: Latham poaches more partners from Wachtell in New York, in latest moves in M&A legal talent wars. https://t.co/aE9xDa5Hzk

By Lauren Thomas
Admin Raises Section 122 Tariff
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Admin Raises Section 122 Tariff

New tariffs levied - twice in less than 24 hours. Now Section 122 used to levy 15% across the board instead of 10%. That gets the effective tariff rate closer to what it was before the ruling by the Supreme...

By Diane Swonk
AI Bot Overload Leaves Users Feeling Exhausted
SocialFeb 21, 2026

AI Bot Overload Leaves Users Feeling Exhausted

When is the AI bot-calypse coming @nikitabier - all the AI bot replies and AI articles wearing me down 🫠 Accounts clearly labeled as bots are ok I think

By Peter Yang
Winter Freeze Exposes Solar and Wind’s Reliability Gap
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Winter Freeze Exposes Solar and Wind’s Reliability Gap

Late January's winter weather was a perfect litmus test for purported replacements of fossil fuels. If a type of “power” or “capacity” cannot reliably contribute to preventing Americans from freezing to death during a week of nationwide cold weather, whatever else...

By Alex Epstein
Weekly BioTech Roundup: Top Posts Curated by BiopharmIQ
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Weekly BioTech Roundup: Top Posts Curated by BiopharmIQ

Here is my favourite weekly 🧵- made by my dear friend @BiopharmIQ - which is a comprehensive recap of the past week in BioTech. This 🧵 gathers the best BioTech posts written by some of the best & brightest 𝕏...

By Yair Einhorn
Enhanced Geothermal Beats New Nuclear on Cost, Speed, Cleanliness
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Enhanced Geothermal Beats New Nuclear on Cost, Speed, Cleanliness

And why bother with new nuclear when enhanced geothermal does the exact same thing but faster, cheaper, cleaner & safer and with less land & no mining and can be done most anywhere. https://web.stanford.edu/group/efmh/jacobson/Articles/I/150Country/150-CountriesEGS.pdf https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2026/01/geothermal-clean-renewable-energy-transition-study-research Nuc pushers have no idea what the alternatives...

By Mark Z. Jacobson
Nuclear Costs Billions, Takes Decades—Solar Wins
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Nuclear Costs Billions, Takes Decades—Solar Wins

New nuclear is crazy-and useless $47.2 bil for 3.26 GW Hinkley Point C=$14.5/W vs $1/W for solar and wind And HPC will take 22 years from planning to operation (2008-2030), vs 1-3 for PV/wind Similar statistics for Vogtle Vaporware SMRs are worse https://t.co/M80o9ICaUb

By Mark Z. Jacobson
Supreme Court Reaffirms Congress Holds Tariff Authority
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Supreme Court Reaffirms Congress Holds Tariff Authority

Distinguished Columbia Prof. Jeff Sachs on the Supreme Court finally crushing Trump’s tariffs: “The powers to impose duties are congressional, not presidential... Today the Supreme Court stood up... and said the President of the US must abide by the law.” https://t.co/Dg8fWzEyAP

By Steve Hanke
Republicans Revive Fringe Theory to Shield Gerrymanders
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Republicans Revive Fringe Theory to Shield Gerrymanders

Facing mounting setbacks to their nationwide gerrymanders, Republicans are dusting off a fringe legal theory to block voter referendums, court-ordered maps and other democratic safeguards that threaten their edge. https://www.democracydocket.com/analysis/to-protect-gerrymanders-republicans-try-to-revive-dangerous-theory/

By Marc Elias
Venezuela: Underrated U.S. Geopolitical Triumph
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Venezuela: Underrated U.S. Geopolitical Triumph

Politics aside, Venezuela has been an enormous geopolitical victory for the US that is probably understated and not well understood by most.

By Quinn Thompson
Carrier Group Deployment Expands US Options, Limits Trump's Strike Plan
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Carrier Group Deployment Expands US Options, Limits Trump's Strike Plan

The Ford Carrier Strike Group is now in the Med. What does that signal about US strike options on Iran and why might Trump's preference for limited strikes not go according to plan? I discussed the escalation risks with @JMathieuReports...

By Becca Wasser
Integration of Digital and Human Creates Competitive Edge
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Integration of Digital and Human Creates Competitive Edge

Competitive differentiation today comes from integration. It is about connecting digital capability with human experience in a way that feels seamless to the customer. https://t.co/Jk20pooXPJ

By Jim Marous
Nvidia's $30B OpenAI Stake Turns Hardware Into Equity
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Nvidia's $30B OpenAI Stake Turns Hardware Into Equity

Nvidia reportedly invested $30B in OpenAI, its own major customer. The chip maker powering AI now has equity in the models running on it. When hardware becomes equity, your AI vendor list has a silent shareholder at the table. Source: https://t.co/KNtNLIRTOQ

By Yves Mulkers
Keane: Air Campaign Could Pave Way for Iran Regime Change
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Keane: Air Campaign Could Pave Way for Iran Regime Change

“To set the conditions for regime change…” General (ret) Keane No ground operation but extensive air campaign for offense and defense goals

By John Spencer
Tariff Refunds Benefit Importers, Not Shoppers
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Tariff Refunds Benefit Importers, Not Shoppers

A tariff “refund” mostly goes to whoever wrote the tariff check: the importer of record. That’s not the same person who paid more at the register. So refunds -- if they're offered -- might sound like consumer relief, but in...

By Justin Wolfers
FAA Predicts Fatal Space Debris Every Two Years
SocialFeb 21, 2026

FAA Predicts Fatal Space Debris Every Two Years

An FAA report predicts someone will die roughly every 2 years due to incoming space debris. This research could save lives by forecasting danger zones.

By Pamela L. Gay
Shipping Industry Faces Legal, Political, and Trade Turbulence
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Shipping Industry Faces Legal, Political, and Trade Turbulence

What the Ship (Ep139) 1⃣ Supreme Court's Tariff Decision & President Trump's Reaction 2⃣Shipping Stocks 3⃣North American Shipbuilding 4⃣The IMO, Stateless Ships &False Flags 5⃣Container Trade Video: https://youtu.be/oy057GWUxbM

By Salvatore Mercogliano
Alt‑right Moral Panic Threatens Reproductive and LGBTQ Internet Freedoms
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Alt‑right Moral Panic Threatens Reproductive and LGBTQ Internet Freedoms

Why are we listening to an alt right Christian fundamentalist, who thinks selfies are moral decay and women’s bodies should be regulated by the government, feed a moral panic that is being used to strip repro rights content, LGBTQ ppl...

By Taylor Lorenz
Combined DNA and Methylation Analysis Reveals Colon Cancer Risks
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Combined DNA and Methylation Analysis Reveals Colon Cancer Risks

By systematically assessing both DNA sequence variants and methylation, we're learning a lot more about risk of (and protection from) colon cancer @ScienceAdvances https://t.co/eA0Y0lrntr https://t.co/5iL4sg0rRC

By Eric Topol
Artemis II Delayed; March Launch Ruled Out
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Artemis II Delayed; March Launch Ruled Out

Updated with Isaacman's clarification that March definitiely is off the table and they will roll back to the VAB. Artemis II Delayed Due to Upper Stage Problem https://t.co/r8yzfcIJ9Q

By Marcia Smith
AI Polymorphic Threats Prompt Rethink of Cybersecurity
SocialFeb 21, 2026

AI Polymorphic Threats Prompt Rethink of Cybersecurity

AI Polymorphic Threats Are Forcing A Rethink Of Cybersecurity by @ChuckDBrooks https://t.co/bLFH7errME #cybersecurity #ai #tech @Forbes

By Chuck Brooks
AI Films Threaten Theatrical Distributors, Not Major Studios
SocialFeb 21, 2026

AI Films Threaten Theatrical Distributors, Not Major Studios

This would impact theatrical distributors more than big studios. All studios need to figure out is how to approve IP for distribution and take a share of revenue. Distribution model still looking two fiscal quarters ahead while these AI movies...

By Andrew Rosen
Artemis II May Launch in April; SLS Rollback Considered
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Artemis II May Launch in April; SLS Rollback Considered

We might be looking at April for Artemis II. Rollback to the VAB for the SLS rocket is on the table.

By Felix Schlang
15,000‑20,000 ISIS‑linked Detainees Now Free
SocialFeb 21, 2026

15,000‑20,000 ISIS‑linked Detainees Now Free

"U.S. Intelligence Says at Least 15,000 at Large After ISIS Detention Camp Collapses in Syria" @WSJ https://t.co/a96xFMH9Yd U.S. intelligence agencies have concluded that 15,000 to 20,000 people, including Islamic State affiliates are now at large in Syria, after an exodus from...

By John Spencer
Iran’s $20 B Boeing Order Vanished After Deal Collapse
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Iran’s $20 B Boeing Order Vanished After Deal Collapse

Under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, Iran ordered 110 Boeing jets — 80 for Iran Air (77W, 777-9, 737 MAX) & 30 737 MAX for Aseman signed in 2016–17…deal value $20 billion at list prices After Trump admin withdrew Iran deal...

By Alex Macheras
Russia's Economy Surpasses Japan Amid Kuril Islands Dispute
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Russia's Economy Surpasses Japan Amid Kuril Islands Dispute

As Russia and Japan arm wrestle over the Kuril Islands, Russia’s economy outpaces Japan. https://t.co/Y7wv29WjpH

By Steve Hanke
Cynical Support Aims for Top‑Down Control of Speech
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Cynical Support Aims for Top‑Down Control of Speech

They do understand it, they just cynically support that mission because they want top down control over our information landscape and online speech.

By Taylor Lorenz
Risen Energy Introduces Full Liquid Cooling for 131 kW Storage
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Risen Energy Introduces Full Liquid Cooling for 131 kW Storage

Risen Energy adds full liquid cooling to 131 kW/261 kWh C&I storage unit #energysky -- via pv magazine global: https://t.co/WaJHUYwp2n

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Trump Hikes Global Tariff to 15%, Signaling Trade Upheaval
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Trump Hikes Global Tariff to 15%, Signaling Trade Upheaval

Trump raises his global tariff from 10% to 15%. All in one day. His geopolitics and geoeconomics. Is this it? Or will he do more that affects trade, supply chains, and logistics?

By Tom Craig
Sam Raimi's Send Help
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Sam Raimi's Send Help

Do you know who else got sexy legs at US #BoxOffice? Yeah, #SamRaimi, as #20thCenturyStudios new original R-rated horror #SendHelp starring #RachelMcAdams & #DylanOBrien grossed STRONG 1.2M on 4th FRI, just a -32.8% drop from last FRI (vs #Old’s...

By Luiz Fernando
Jan Gas Futures Near $5, Could Slip Below $4.40
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Jan Gas Futures Near $5, Could Slip Below $4.40

January Natural Gas vs. Lower Energy, Rates Goals - The January natural gas future (Jan27) is typically the tip of the price curve and will be tops in relevance around the US midterms, with a potential downward bias. Preexisting trends...

By Mike McGlone
U.S. Produces 300 Mining Engineers vs China’s 3,000
SocialFeb 21, 2026

U.S. Produces 300 Mining Engineers vs China’s 3,000

Here’s an important story in the Washington Post, with a link below, about how the United States forgot how to mine anything and what it is costing our nation today. If America wants to reduce its dependence on imports from...

By Robert Friedland
Beyond Bullish Forecasts: Deep Dive with YJ Lee
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Beyond Bullish Forecasts: Deep Dive with YJ Lee

Episode 229 of the @globallithium podcast with YJ Lee. The bullish forecasts are only a small part of the conversation. @usuallyYJLee https://t.co/Dkg19Dg7Lg

By Joe Lowry ("Mr. Lithium")
Predicted AI Technophobia a Decade Ago; History Rhymes
SocialFeb 21, 2026

Predicted AI Technophobia a Decade Ago; History Rhymes

i anticipated the technophobic pushback ai would receive nearly a decade ago and gave a talk at cliocon about it. history doesn't repeat, it rhymes. watch my comments here: https://t.co/CIm9q25mQ6

By Andrew Arruda