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Send Hundreds, Not Six, to Earn Replies
SocialApr 1, 2026

Send Hundreds, Not Six, to Earn Replies

One of my agency owner students told me they sent 6 outreach messages last week. They were proud of that number. Sure, it‘s better than sending 0 messages. But we’re not here for participation trophies. We’re here to grow a business. Let’s look at...

By Dan Mall
Profit Every Ad First Purchase, Not LTV
SocialApr 1, 2026

Profit Every Ad First Purchase, Not LTV

Ridge Wallet hit $200M/year with zero VC funding. Their rule? Every ad must be profitable on the first purchase. No relying on repeat buyers. Meanwhile you're losing money on the front-end hoping 'LTV' will magically save you. That's the gap.

By Kamil Sattar
TSMC Steps in to Preempt Water Crisis
SocialApr 1, 2026

TSMC Steps in to Preempt Water Crisis

Helium, electricity, and now water. TSMC is jumping in to mitigate a problem before it becomes one. Exclusive details at Culpium https://t.co/mCHVC62aYq

By Tim Culpan
SlideKick Creates Native Slides in 99+ Languages
SocialApr 1, 2026

SlideKick Creates Native Slides in 99+ Languages

Most AI slide tools barely work outside English. the structure breaks. the labels look off. the output feels translated, not native. SlideKick by Perceptis generates natively in 99+ languages like Japanese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, and more. argument structure, chart labels,...

By Hasan Toor
2026 U.S. Solar & Storage Market Rankings Released
SocialApr 1, 2026

2026 U.S. Solar & Storage Market Rankings Released

U.S. solar and storage market report: 2026 state rankings and forecasts #energysky -- via pv magazine usa: https://t.co/bCkEXUPP7J

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
First Moon Mission Since 1972 Launches Today
SocialApr 1, 2026

First Moon Mission Since 1972 Launches Today

We are sending people to the moon for the first time since 1972 TODAY. Don’t let this historic moment pass you by!

By Skylar (Space According to Skylar)
AI Enhances Consulting, Yet Human Insight Persists
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Enhances Consulting, Yet Human Insight Persists

What's #AI Going To Do To Consulting? The Human Element Remains Irreplaceable by Annette Klososky @Forbes Learn more: https://t.co/rIWl1iVIge #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #ML https://t.co/MXACBFA2sZ

By Ron van Loon
Case Law Databases: The Real Competitive Edge in Legal Tech
SocialApr 1, 2026

Case Law Databases: The Real Competitive Edge in Legal Tech

“the main moat for these tools are (1) the case law database” 👀 - reconcile this with the fact that the law is supposed to be free https://t.co/oETBD2q80h

By Andrew Arruda
Claude Is Designed as an OS, Not a Chatbot
SocialApr 1, 2026

Claude Is Designed as an OS, Not a Chatbot

Anthropic accidentally leaked 512,000 lines of Claude Code's source. Hidden pets. Frustration detection. A mode that hides the AI entirely. A flag that poisons competitors' training data. And 250,000 wasted API calls. Every day. I broke down the 7 biggest findings in the...

By ai_topia_
Google Forces Ads Due to Negative User Signals
SocialApr 1, 2026

Google Forces Ads Due to Negative User Signals

The kiss of death from a Navboost standpoint. Just saw this on a site two days in a row. The negative user interaction signals people are sending Google about the site will be insane. It's forcing me to trigger and...

By Glenn Gabe
Health Systems Split: Epic AI vs Third‑Party Solutions
SocialApr 1, 2026

Health Systems Split: Epic AI vs Third‑Party Solutions

Every health system on Epic is facing the same question: trust Epic’s Patient AI or go 3rd Party? Sutter and Hartford just chose opposite answers. My 4 thoughts: The news this week: → Sutter Health was the 1st health system to go-live...

By Joshua Liu, MD
US Grid Operates at Half Capacity, New Tech Boosts Utilization
SocialApr 1, 2026

US Grid Operates at Half Capacity, New Tech Boosts Utilization

Today on Volts: the US grid is, on average, carrying about half the capacity it's capable of. A new industry coalition argues that, before building expensive new infrastructure to serve rising demand, we should more efficiently use the infrastructure we...

By David Roberts (Volts)
Market Underestimates MediaTek; Its Partners Are Tier‑one Players
SocialApr 1, 2026

Market Underestimates MediaTek; Its Partners Are Tier‑one Players

This is what the market is still missing about @MediaTek that the brands they end up in are strong tier one players https://t.co/NnkLW0ZH2p

By Carolina Milanesi
Leaving Massive Thermodynamic Computing for Cozy NISQ Quantum Systems
SocialApr 1, 2026

Leaving Massive Thermodynamic Computing for Cozy NISQ Quantum Systems

As we enter a new month, I'm leaving thermodynamic computing and going back to quantum computing. The fact that thermo systems will reach 100M+ pbits in scale within a year is too overwhelming to think about, I miss the coziness of...

By Gill Verdon
Gemini Live Transforms News Briefs Into Interactive Deep Dives
SocialApr 1, 2026

Gemini Live Transforms News Briefs Into Interactive Deep Dives

Focus on news SEO? Heads-up, I tried it this morning and it's pretty darn good. And you can interrupt it to find out more about a story -> Gemini Live just killed boring news briefs "News summaries in Gemini Live are...

By Glenn Gabe
Scaling FPVs Demands Structure, Experience, Not Just Basics
SocialApr 1, 2026

Scaling FPVs Demands Structure, Experience, Not Just Basics

I agree there is to some extent an easy adoption fallacy. Getting FPVs to a basic level of proficiency may not be hard, but it takes dedicated force structure, experience in employment, org capacity, C2 adaptations, to scale and get...

By Michael Kofman
Aging Immune System Shapes Allergy and Biologic Response
SocialApr 1, 2026

Aging Immune System Shapes Allergy and Biologic Response

Immunosenescence and Allergy: Molecular and Cellular Links Between Inflammaging, Neuro-Immune Aging, and Response to Biologic Therapies https://t.co/DMVxerI64T https://t.co/TUPGK6SqUK

By David Barzilai, MD PhD
Michigan Greenlights 1.3 GW BESS, Includes Oracle Data Center
SocialApr 1, 2026

Michigan Greenlights 1.3 GW BESS, Includes Oracle Data Center

Michigan approves 1.3 GW BESS portfolio, including contested Oracle data center assets #energysky -- via pv magazine usa: https://t.co/SXEfi3Pp5u

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
AI Reads Its Own Leaked Code, Octopus Muses in Terminal
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Reads Its Own Leaked Code, Octopus Muses in Terminal

My AI read its own leaked source code on April Fools. While an uninvited octopus lives in my terminal. It has thoughts. https://t.co/WhTWeLWheI

By Brad Feld
Birthday Giveaway: Unlimited Access for Everyone
SocialApr 1, 2026

Birthday Giveaway: Unlimited Access for Everyone

On my birthday, I am discounting access to everyone: students, professionals, and experts. You are welcome to avail - https://learn.stevekeen.com/

By Dr. Steve Keen
Sam Altman Claims AGI Ready Within Two Weeks
SocialApr 1, 2026

Sam Altman Claims AGI Ready Within Two Weeks

Sam Altman definitely has your AGI ready to go, two weeks maximum, believe him, he's a super trustworthy guy https://t.co/CAYrSVKrvP

By Benn Eifert
AGL's New Peaking Plant Pays for Itself without Ever Running
SocialApr 1, 2026

AGL's New Peaking Plant Pays for Itself without Ever Running

AGL reaches FID on new peaking plant that will just about pay for itself without ever being switched on #energysky -- via Renew Economy: https://t.co/P7XirELxt0 https://t.co/SWzJmF1wbM

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Buy More SpaceX Shares As Valuation Drops
SocialApr 1, 2026

Buy More SpaceX Shares As Valuation Drops

SpaceX IPO likely in June. Here is how I'm thinking about participation: 1)priced at $1.75T i'll buy zero shares 2)priced at $1.5T i'll buy 25% position 3)priced at $1.25T i'll buy 50% postion 4)priced at $1T i'll buy a full position

By Steven Spencer
EU's New Rules Threaten Ad Revenue, Boost Platform Liability
SocialApr 1, 2026

EU's New Rules Threaten Ad Revenue, Boost Platform Liability

Macro: EU digital regulation tightens. Key factors: Italy bill curbs profiling, boosts platform liability; risks: ad revenue and engagement decline. Trade: short adtech incumbents 📉 — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov

By Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA
Agentic AI Cuts Hospital Costs and Boosts Care Quality
SocialApr 1, 2026

Agentic AI Cuts Hospital Costs and Boosts Care Quality

From administrative work all the way up to clinical decision support, AI-enabled automation is changing the way hospitals operate. Great @EconomistImpact article here from @Oracle and @KPMG on how Agentic AI powered by robust data infrastructure can lower the cost...

By Seema Verma
AI Coding Agent Lets Me Deploy Fixes Solo
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Coding Agent Lets Me Deploy Fixes Solo

Another small AI win: I'm now able to ship stuff to our production app by myself. Previously had to go through engineers, shit had to be prioritized, and small stuff never was. Now I tell the coding agent what small feature/change...

By Peep Laja
Hybrid Mobility Redefines Speed and Terrain Mastery
SocialApr 1, 2026

Hybrid Mobility Redefines Speed and Terrain Mastery

Lightyear #Robotics M1: Hybrid Mobility Redefining Speed and Terrain Mastery by @XRoboHub #Robots #EmergingTech #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/c03w894YtE

By Ron van Loon
Roscosmos Confirms Post‑ISS Station Built From New ISS Modules
SocialApr 1, 2026

Roscosmos Confirms Post‑ISS Station Built From New ISS Modules

Speaking at the Federation Council, Roskosmos chief also confirmed that the post-ISS station would be assembled at ISS out of (New) Node, Science & Power and Airlock modules (as I illustrated back in 2021 ;) Context: https://t.co/wVxTkUEbNa https://t.co/zOHPUfG7hC

By Anatoly Zak
AI Can Mislead on Taxes; User Remains Accountable
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Can Mislead on Taxes; User Remains Accountable

Using AI for complex decisions can create a false sense of confidence. In areas like taxes, where details and edge cases matter, AI can simplify explanations but still miss important nuances or context. What feels like clarity can lead to costly...

By Spiros Margaris
Maximize Existing Grid to Accelerate Energy Transition
SocialApr 1, 2026

Maximize Existing Grid to Accelerate Energy Transition

Using more of the grid we’ve already built #energysky -- via Volts/David Roberts: https://t.co/f0TdRT19Bj https://t.co/nR8WVvUHdJ

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
AI's Hidden Costs: Debt Accumulation and Coding Pitfalls
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI's Hidden Costs: Debt Accumulation and Coding Pitfalls

I like AI and use it, but we can also do worse work and terrible things with it. Two articles I read today: What kinds of new debt are teams accumulating with AI? https://t.co/9SRgF4KdgU Some uncomfortable truths about AI coding agents https://t.co/pfPI2yTMEO

By Richard Seroter
Artemis II Launch Sparks Excitement for Moon Return
SocialApr 1, 2026

Artemis II Launch Sparks Excitement for Moon Return

If you're looking for a reason to get psyched about the Artemis II launch today, check this out: https://t.co/qlqzQNJzby https://t.co/hbJQThOk2Q

By Mike Dano
AI Coding Agents Need Transparency, Not Just Open Source
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Coding Agents Need Transparency, Not Just Open Source

The AI coding agent you trust with your entire codebase should never require a leak for you to understand what it's doing. Open source isn't a feature. It's the bare minimum.

By Hasan Toor
Middle East Conflict May Lift EU Solar PPAs 35%
SocialApr 1, 2026

Middle East Conflict May Lift EU Solar PPAs 35%

Pexapark: Middle East conflict could increase European solar PPA prices by 35% #energysky -- via pv-tech: https://t.co/V7vYLlm1b0

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
75% of Instagram Shopping Ads Are Chinese Scams
SocialApr 1, 2026

75% of Instagram Shopping Ads Are Chinese Scams

Out of control, but like 75% of the Instagram Shopping Ads are scam Chinese Co's and products never come

By Joe Kunkle
AI Emerges as Healthcare Cornerstone, Validating Flexpa’s Vision
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Emerges as Healthcare Cornerstone, Validating Flexpa’s Vision

AI is firmly becoming a cornerstone of the healthcare system. when we founded @flexpa this was core to our bet. great to see.

By Andrew Arruda
Starlink Lets Passengers Call on Flights, Ending Excuse
SocialApr 1, 2026

Starlink Lets Passengers Call on Flights, Ending Excuse

ts Time To Let Passengers Make Calls On Planes — Starlink Ends The Old Excuse - View from the Wing https://t.co/MU0lR5fhYP

By Gary Leff
AI Inference Advances Outpace Frontier, Driving Democratization
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Inference Advances Outpace Frontier, Driving Democratization

The pace at which AI inference is getting faster, cheaper, and using smaller models with the capabilities of older larger ones is astounding. It's much faster than the pace of AI capability improvements at the frontier. It's a reason to...

By Ramez Naam
USAA's 3 Keys to Behavior‑Changing Campaigns
SocialApr 1, 2026

USAA's 3 Keys to Behavior‑Changing Campaigns

RT @VoxOptima Courtney Blackann: 3 lessons from @USAA on building campaigns that actually change behavior | https://t.co/qWWPAu7UVN @ragancomms "Provide links, resources, FAQs and social posts where people can ask questions, collaborate or read more to better understand the whole...

By Tom Pick
Semi‑humanoid Robot Streamlines Solar Farm Installation and Inspection
SocialApr 1, 2026

Semi‑humanoid Robot Streamlines Solar Farm Installation and Inspection

Tracked Semi-Humanoid #Robot Enters Solar Farms for Smarter Installation and Inspection by @CyberRobooo #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/AaZYpNM75C

By Ron van Loon
US Data Center Growth Stalls Over Imported Equipment Shortage
SocialApr 1, 2026

US Data Center Growth Stalls Over Imported Equipment Shortage

Almost half of US data centers planned for 2026 are expected to be delayed or canceled. One big reason is the shortage of electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear and batteries. US doesn't have manufacturing capacity, forcing it to rely...

By Akshat Rathi
Comparing 100‑Hour LDES Batteries From Form, Noon, Ore
SocialApr 1, 2026

Comparing 100‑Hour LDES Batteries From Form, Noon, Ore

100-hour LDES battery technologies from Form, Noon and Ore: how do they compare? #energysky -- via Energy Storage News: https://t.co/CjiddvgGDw

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Speedtest Rankings Reveal FCC‑Impacted Top 10 Router Vendors
SocialApr 1, 2026

Speedtest Rankings Reveal FCC‑Impacted Top 10 Router Vendors

MY LATEST Speedtest data helps highlight the Wi-Fi router vendors that will be most directly affected by the FCC's new rules. Here is a list of the top 10 Wi-Fi router vendors in the U.S. from January 2025 to March 2026,...

By Mike Dano
Prompt Injection Lets Agents Bypass Read‑Only Permissions
SocialApr 1, 2026

Prompt Injection Lets Agents Bypass Read‑Only Permissions

If you are using OpenClaw on AWS or anywhere else please understand the following: > How prompt injection attacks work such as the Copilot attack I just reposted. > Understand indirect prompt injection where the attack is in a calendar invite, email...

By Teri Radichel
Roscosmos Confirms First Methane‑Oxygen Engine Test Fired
SocialApr 1, 2026

Roscosmos Confirms First Methane‑Oxygen Engine Test Fired

According to Roskosmos chief, the "first firing of the methane-oxygen engine (presumably the RD-0177M demonstrator) took place just last week" (which would make it between March 23 and 29). Context: https://t.co/RwOb1eWwT3 https://t.co/lZc1VCXbeJ

By Anatoly Zak
AI Prompts Slash Teachers' Time-Consuming Formatting Tasks
SocialApr 1, 2026

AI Prompts Slash Teachers' Time-Consuming Formatting Tasks

📋 I polled teachers on their most time-consuming tasks. 🏆 Formatting and document prep was near the top of every list. ✨ Today's NEW blog post: 12 AI prompts to handle that for you. https://t.co/yYaO02BSIB

By Monica Burns
Hormuz Closure Threatens Helium, Driving up Chip Prices
SocialApr 1, 2026

Hormuz Closure Threatens Helium, Driving up Chip Prices

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is choking off about a third of the world’s global supply of helium. Helium is a critical input in semiconductor manufacturing used to cool chipmaking tools. LESS HELIUM = FEWER CHIPS = MORE EXPENSIVE CHIPS....

By Steve Hanke
South Australia’s Power Demand to Hit 50 TWh by 2040
SocialApr 1, 2026

South Australia’s Power Demand to Hit 50 TWh by 2040

Green steel, data centres and hydrogen push South Australia’s electricity demand toward 50TWh by 2040 #energysky -- via pv-tech: https://t.co/CtFApHKWU6

By Tor “SolarFred” Valenza
Lilly's Obesity Drug Cleared, Heats up Novo Rivalry
SocialApr 1, 2026

Lilly's Obesity Drug Cleared, Heats up Novo Rivalry

Eli Lilly’s obesity pill approved by FDA, setting up fierce competition with Novo Nordisk https://t.co/8TyrKyyNYP

By Damian Garde