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    Amazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105 more satellites amid secrecy claims●# Amazon is asking the # FCC to approve 5,105 massive new # satellites while hiding their orbital debris risk models behMmastodonScienceSpace Policy3141 h ago

    Amazon has asked the US Federal Communications Commission to approve a constellation of 5,105 additional satellites for its Kuiper broadband network. Critics say the company is withholding its orbital debris risk models behind corporate confidentiality, arguing the public deserves full transparency about collision and space-debris risks. The dispute feeds into wider concerns about mega-constellations crowding low Earth orbit and the sustainability of the space environment.

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    Indian stock markets fell to their lowest levels in nearly six months as a standoff between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher. Rising crude is a particular concern for India, a major oil importer, since costlier energy weighs on companies' costs and inflation. Traders are watching for any signals of de-escalation that could calm both oil markets and equities.

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    Chinese Stocks Fall to One-Year Low on Chip Slumpβ–ΌChinese Stocks Hit One-Year Low as Chip, Optical Firms Slideβœ‰newsTechnologySemiconductors2 min ago

    Chinese equities dropped to their lowest level in a year, with semiconductor and optical technology companies leading the decline. The slide reflects mounting pressure on China's tech sector, particularly firms tied to chipmaking and optical components, which have been hit by weak demand and ongoing US export restrictions. Investors are watching closely for signs of further deterioration or policy support from Beijing to stabilise the market.

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    Employee confidence in employers hits 10-year low●Employees' confidence in their own employers just hit a 10-year low https://www.fastcompany.com/91612791/ai-anxiety-layoMmastodonBusiness322 min ago

    A new report finds employees' confidence in their own employers has fallen to its lowest level in a decade. Analysts link the drop to anxiety over AI-driven job changes and ongoing layoff fears, with workers increasingly uncertain about their companies' stability and their own futures. Workplace commentators say the figures point to growing distrust between staff and management heading into 2026.

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    Amazon Workers Rely on Food Stamps and Medicaidβ–ΌAmazon workers rely on SNAP, MedicaidπŸ¦‹blueskyBusinessLabor1231 d ago

    Reports and public discussion point to a significant number of Amazon employees in the United States relying on government assistance programs such as SNAP food benefits and Medicaid to make ends meet, despite working for one of the world's most valuable companies. Critics say the situation highlights low wages and unstable scheduling in parts of the retail and logistics sector, and raises questions about taxpayers effectively subsidising large employers through public benefit programs.

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    Rio Tinto and Shougang trial carbon capture technology in China●Rio Tinto and Shougang Group are trialling carbon capture technology in Chinaβœ‰newsTechnology2 h ago

    Mining giant Rio Tinto and Chinese steelmaker Shougang Group are testing carbon capture technology in China. The trial aims to cut emissions from steelmaking, one of the world's most carbon-intensive industries. The two companies have previously collaborated on low-carbon steel projects, and the latest effort signals continued momentum toward decarbonising heavy industry supply chains.

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    McDonald's Shares Down 30% as Price Hikes Fuel Backlash●McDonald’s Selloff Hits 30% as Big Mac Inflation Spurs Pushbackβœ‰newsBusinessEconomy1 d ago

    McDonald's stock has fallen roughly 30% as customers push back against steep price increases for items like the Big Mac. The burger chain's years of aggressive menu inflation have reportedly alienated low-income diners, its core customer base, prompting complaints about paying far more for familiar combo meals. Investors are watching whether the company can win back price-sensitive customers and reverse the slump.

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    A Hacker News discussion is trending around reports that Raspberry Pi is blocking users from swapping the RAM chips on its boards. Commenters in the linked thread and on Hacker News are debating the technical and business reasons a low-cost, hacker-friendly company might lock down memory upgrades, with reactions ranging from disappointment to defense of the company's supply-chain constraints. The full context and Raspberry Pi's exact rationale are not clear from the posts.

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    Lowe's has entered the drone delivery market, becoming one of the latest major US retailers to experiment with aerial delivery of home improvement products to customers. Details on partners, launch locations and timelines remain limited, but the move follows a broader retail push toward drone logistics as companies seek faster last-mile delivery options.

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    Lilly launches pledge to close diabetes and obesity treatment gaps●Lilly launches the Lilly Change the Course Commitment, aiming to address treatment gaps in diabetes and obesity in LMICsβœ‰newsHealthMedicine1 h ago

    Eli Lilly has announced the Lilly Change the Course Commitment, a new initiative aimed at narrowing treatment gaps in diabetes and obesity care in low- and middle-income countries. The pharmaceutical company says the programme will focus on expanding access to treatment where need is greatest. Details on funding and specific country plans have not yet been widely reported.

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    Eight Nifty 50 stocks hit or near 52-week lows in sell-off●Stock Market sell-off: These eight Nifty 50 stocks are at or near 52-week lows - CNBC TV18βœ‰newsBusinessMarkets4 h ago

    An Indian stock market sell-off has pushed eight Nifty 50 stocks to or near their 52-week lows, according to CNBC TV18. The report highlights how the broader market decline is hitting some of India's largest listed companies, with investors tracking which heavyweight names are bearing the brunt of the downturn and what it signals for market sentiment.

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    Amazon is trialing lower-carbon aluminum in the construction of a data center in Ohio. The move is part of the company's efforts to reduce the embodied carbon of its infrastructure buildout, as data center expansion draws scrutiny for its environmental footprint. Details on the aluminum supplier and expected emissions savings were not disclosed.

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    Lowe's launches 20-minute drone delivery pilot●Lowe's Companies (LOW) Starts 20 Minute Drone Delivery Pilotβœ‰newsBusinessFinance13 h ago

    Lowe's Companies has started a pilot program offering drone delivery with a roughly 20-minute turnaround for customers. The home improvement retailer is testing the service as part of a broader push by retailers to speed up last-mile delivery using drones. The move puts Lowe's alongside other major chains experimenting with aerial delivery to cut delivery times and costs.

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    Mythic, a US-based analog AI chip startup, has opened a new engineering center in Bengaluru, India. The facility will expand the company's engineering capacity as it develops its low-power AI processors. The move underscores growing interest among global semiconductor and AI chip firms in tapping India's large pool of engineering talent.

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    Lowe's launches new service in bid to win back customersβ–ΌLowe’s launches a new service as it works to win back customersβœ‰newsBusinessRetail22 h ago

    Lowe's has launched a new service as the home improvement retailer works to win back customers. The company is trying to reverse weak traffic amid a slowdown in home improvement spending, as consumers put off big renovation projects and rival Home Depot continues to compete for the same shoppers. Details of the service and early customer reaction remain limited.

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    First Solar Stock Slides Toward 52-Week Lowβ–ΌFirst Solar (FSLR) Slides Toward A 52 Week Low, Is The Stock Now Cheap?βœ‰newsEnvironmentEnergy1 d ago

    First Solar shares are falling toward their lowest level in a year, prompting questions among investors about whether the US solar panel maker is now undervalued. The slide comes as solar stocks broadly face pressure, and market watchers are debating whether the drop represents a buying opportunity or a sign of deeper trouble for the company.

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    Oracle Shares Near 52-Week Low as Retail Traders Call Stock Undervaluedβ–ΌORCL Eyes 52-Week Low After Sharp Slide: Retail Traders Say Stock Is 'Ridiculously Undervalued'βœ‰newsBusinessRetail7 h ago

    Oracle stock is sliding toward a 52-week low after a sharp sell-off, drawing attention from retail investors. Many of these traders argue the shares are 'ridiculously undervalued' at current levels, suggesting a potential buying opportunity despite the downturn. The debate highlights the gap between market sentiment and the confidence of individual investors in the company's fundamentals.

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    AEVEX Reveals Jet-Powered Autonomous Attack Drone Platformβ–ΌAEVEX Unveils Modular & Jet-Powered Autonomous Attack Platformβœ‰newsTechnology4 h ago

    Defence technology company AEVEX Aerospace has unveiled a new modular, jet-powered autonomous attack platform. The system is designed to carry out strike missions with minimal human intervention, and its modular configuration allows payloads and capabilities to be swapped for different operational needs. The announcement comes amid growing defence-industry interest in low-cost autonomous strike systems.

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    The term refers to the US diversity visa lottery, the program that randomly awards green cards to applicants from countries with low immigration rates, as well as to the annual H-1B visa lottery that skilled workers enter hoping to work in the United States. Discussion on Hacker News, linked to academic research on immigration restrictions and firms, reflects debate about how lotteries affect workers and companies. Posts appear to mix personal anecdotes with policy discussion, though the exact trigger is not clear from the evidence.

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    Hims & Hers Valuation Questioned as Sales Face Scrutinyβ–ΌCan Hims & Hers Health (HIMS) Stay Cheap As Sales Face Scrutiny?βœ‰newsHealth1 d ago

    Hims & Hers Health, the telehealth company known for prescription and wellness products, is trading at a low valuation while questions mount over the durability of its sales. Analysts and investors are debating whether the stock's cheap price reflects genuine risk to revenue growth, particularly around its popular weight-loss and telehealth offerings, or a buying opportunity.

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    Jaguar Uranium to Join Roth Nuclear Technology Conference in New York●JAGUAR URANIUM TO PARTICIPATE IN ROTH CAPITAL PARTNERS' EMERGING NUCLEAR TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE IN NEW YORKβœ‰newsTechnology1 h ago

    Jaguar Uranium announced it will take part in Roth Capital Partners' Emerging Nuclear Technology Conference in New York. The event brings together companies and investors focused on nuclear energy and advanced reactor technology. Interest in uranium and nuclear-related firms has been growing as governments and markets look for low-carbon baseload power and as nuclear power regains policy support in several countries.