A damning investigation reveals that Donut Lab's 'solid-state' battery is actually lithium-ion, contradicting their claims. The investigation traces the technology back to a German company and presents electrochemical evidence to support th…
The thread discusses the potential for Africa to lead in sustainable development by adopting clean energy and community-driven approaches, potentially bypassing Western infrastructure and mindsets. It highlights the possibility of a 'solarp…
Meta removed code from its smart glasses app that could enable facial recognition for identifying strangers in public, following public concern and researcher reports. The removal highlights tensions around privacy and surveillance technolo…
Multiple sources report that a US federal judge has ruled the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa application fee unlawful. The decision highlights legal challenges to immigration policies and their potential impact on international l…
A federal judge criticizes Trump administration lawyers and refers them for disciplinary actions, highlighting potential misconduct in legal proceedings. The post discusses the judge's response to the administration's legal strategies, whic…
The thread discusses the inability of government participation to discredit the AfD due to its supporters' belief in its lies and the potential for the party to improve its deception. It highlights the AfD's reliance on misinformation and t…
A Neonazi candidate lost an election in Aue-Bad Schlema but gained media attention, raising questions about media coverage of far-right figures. The posts suggest a possible connection between media exposure and electoral outcomes for such …
The thread discusses the new CEO of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Jenny Gray, her background, and her views on the challenges facing the oceans, including pollution, climate change, and over-exploitation. It also mentions the aquarium's curren…
A report suggests that hackers may have compromised over 20,000 Instagram accounts using Meta's AI chatbot, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities. This incident highlights potential risks associated with AI-driven services an…
The thread discusses the increasing number of Republican lawmakers voting against Trump's policies, indicating a loss of support within his party. This reflects growing dissent and potential challenges to his leadership.
A campaign is being launched to stop a London event promoting the sale of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with Amnesty UK and the Palestinian Youth Movement urging the UK government to intervene. The event is criticized for n…
Massachusetts is set to pass a new privacy rights bill that prohibits the sale of precise location data by companies and startups. The bill aims to protect individuals' privacy by restricting the commercial use of their location data.
A group of lawyers and international law experts has requested the International Criminal Court (ICC) to investigate Israel's attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla in May 2026, citing unlawful detention, physical abuse, and mistreatment of ac…
The thread discusses the increasing energy consumption and environmental impact of generative AI, criticizing the lack of fundamental design improvements and the wasteful nature of current AI development practices.
The thread discusses Mexico's recent labor reforms, which include reducing the workweek, banning after-hours contact, and ensuring no pay cuts for workers. These reforms are described as the most significant in a generation, indicating a ma…
The thread discusses the construction of new AI datacenters in drought-affected areas of the US, raising concerns about water resource management and environmental impact. This issue highlights the intersection of technological development …
The thread discusses how right-leaning police unions, specifically DPolG and GdP, engage in lobbying and spread populist narratives in media and politics, with migration being their most frequent topic.
The thread discusses Ukraine's military progress, with reports indicating that Ukrainian forces have recaptured over 600 square kilometers of territory this year, according to their commander-in-chief. This suggests a potential shift in the…
The Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) falsely accused a hosting company, @flokinet, of distributing illegal child pornography, despite the videos in question being legal YouTube content. The BKA only admitted the mistake after being questioned, highl…
The thread discusses Facebook's alleged payment to individuals overseas to promote Alberta separatism, with CBC reporting on accounts from India, Pakistan, and Indonesia engaging in such activities. This raises concerns about foreign influe…
The thread discusses the percentage of climate communicators who avoid using fossil-fuelled inaccuracy software in their work, expressing surprise at the number and suggesting the formation of a club for those who do so.
The thread discusses the death of a Georgian national, Mamuka Artmeladze, while in ICE custody, highlighting his lack of public safety threat status, legal compliance, and the financial burden on taxpayers due to his detention.
A man was wrongfully imprisoned by police due to a license plate reader mistakenly associating him with a violent crime. The incident has led to a lawsuit against the police department, raising concerns about the accuracy and misuse of surv…
Multiple news outlets report a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the southern Philippines, raising tsunami risks for some coastal areas. The event has drawn attention due to its magnitude and potential impact on local communities.
The thread advocates for supporting a volunteer-run space in Gaza that helps Palestinians access remote jobs to achieve financial independence and autonomy. It emphasizes the importance of providing electricity and internet to enable this, …