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- 1Amazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105 new satellitesโ# Amazon is asking the # FCC to approve 5,105 massive new # satellites while hiding their orbital debris risk models beh
Amazon has asked the US Federal Communications Commission to approve the launch of 5,105 additional satellites for its broadband constellation, expanding its planned fleet. Critics are pushing back, arguing the company is withholding its orbital debris risk models behind corporate confidentiality claims and demanding full public transparency before regulators approve a project that affects a shared orbital environment.
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A Democracy Now! segment covering climate activists protesting the environmental impact of AI data centers and Amazon's reported plan to build the largest gas-fired power plant in the United States. The discussion centers on how the rapid growth of artificial intelligence is driving huge energy demands, and how activists argue that fossil fuel infrastructure is being expanded to meet it. The video has drawn a large audience and strong engagement, with viewers reacting to the connection between the AI boom and increased greenhouse gas emissions.
- 3Environment group challenges Amazon and Duke Energy data center permitsโEnvironment group challenges Amazon, Duke Energy air permits for mega data center
An environmental group is legally challenging air quality permits tied to a massive Amazon data center project in North Carolina, where Duke Energy would supply power. The group argues the permits do not adequately account for pollution from the energy generation and backup systems needed to run the facility. The case highlights growing scrutiny of how Big Tech's data center boom affects local air quality and utility infrastructure.
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Lowe's is launching a drone delivery service, adding itself to the growing list of major US retailers testing aerial delivery of home improvement products to customers. The move signals continued retail interest in drone logistics as companies compete to speed up last-mile fulfillment. Details on markets covered and delivery times have not been widely reported yet, and reaction is still limited.
- 5Mamdani targets Amazon over delivery driver conditionsโLove seeing # Mamdani going after the bad guys: "#Amazon ultimately controls the working conditions and that the DSP arr
New York mayoral figure Zohran Mamdani is pressing Amazon over its delivery service partner (DSP) model, arguing the company ultimately controls working conditions while using third-party arrangements to dodge legal accountability. Critics note Amazon sets drivers' start times and routes despite claiming the drivers are not its employees. Supporters are cheering the move as a challenge to corporate labor practices.
- 6US Stock Futures Climb Ahead of AMD EarningsโNasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Climb As Wall Street Awaits AMD, SpaceX Earnings After Palantir Rally: Why SNAP, AMZN, SNDK, LCID, SLS, ASTS Are In Focus
Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures are rising as Wall Street looks ahead to earnings from AMD, with markets also watching reports tied to SpaceX. The attention follows a strong rally in Palantir shares. Traders are keeping an eye on SNAP, Amazon, SanDisk, Lucid, SLS and AST SpaceMobile as stocks in focus for the session.
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Amazon has issued a pointed warning aimed at Prime members, according to TheStreet. The company's message suggests upcoming changes or enforcement around Prime membership terms, though the exact substance of the warning is not detailed in available coverage. Shoppers and retail watchers are paying attention to what this means for one of the largest subscription programs in the world.