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    Amazon 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 behMmastodonScienceSpace Policy3145 min ago

    Amazon is asking the US Federal Communications Commission to approve a constellation of 5,105 additional satellites for its broadband project, and is reportedly keeping its orbital debris risk models confidential as commercial proprietary information. Critics, including space environmentalism advocates, are demanding full public disclosure, arguing that the long-term safety and sustainability of Earth's orbital environment is a shared concern and should not be hidden behind corporate secrecy.

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    FCC holds lone authority over sky-altering spaceflight projectsโ—"The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can single-handedly green-light massive spaceflight projects that could compMmastodonScienceSpace Policy1405 min ago

    The U.S. Federal Communications Commission can approve large spaceflight projects on its own, including satellite constellations that critics warn could permanently alter the appearance of the night sky worldwide. Space law experts note that despite growing outcry from astronomers and environmental advocates, there is very little legal avenue for other agencies or governments to block or review such projects.

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    Environmental groups challenge FCC approval of space sunlight projectโ—"Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse apprMmastodonScienceSpace Policy475 min ago

    Four environmental organizations filed a petition Thursday urging the Federal Communications Commission to reverse its approval of a startup's plan to beam on-demand sunlight from space to Earth. The groups argue the agency failed to consider the project's potential impacts on wildlife and astronomy, raising concerns over a largely unregulated frontier of commercial space technology.

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    Pennsylvania lawmakers press wildlife agency to release meeting videosโ—Lawmakers seek transparency with 2 Pa. wildlife agency meeting videosโœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife1 min ago

    Pennsylvania legislators are calling for the release of two videos from Pennsylvania Game Commission meetings, citing transparency concerns. The demand, reported by the Beaver County Times and Erie Times-News, puts pressure on the state's wildlife agency to open its proceedings to public scrutiny. Details of what the recordings show have not been made clear in the reports.

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    Gunnison County Electric Association has commissioned a new solar project, adding locally generated renewable power to its supply mix in Colorado's Gunnison Valley. The cooperative's move aligns with wider efforts among rural electric cooperatives to expand clean energy capacity. Details on the project's size, cost and expected output have not yet been widely reported.

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    Orange County commissioners reverse course on Shingle Creek developmentโ—Orange commissioners accept plans they previously rejected to develop near Shingle Creekโœ‰newsEnvironment4 min ago

    Orange County commissioners in Central Florida have approved development plans near Shingle Creek that they had previously rejected, a reversal drawing attention from residents and environmental advocates concerned about growth pressures in the area. The Shingle Creek region is considered environmentally sensitive, and opponents had pushed to block the project before commissioners changed their position.

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    CCIA Welcomes FCC Moves on Satellite Connectivityโ—CCIA Welcomes FCC Actions Enabling Satellite Connectivityโœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy5 min ago

    The Computer & Communications Industry Association has publicly welcomed recent Federal Communications Commission actions that make it easier for satellites to deliver connectivity. The industry group praised the steps as supporting expanded broadband access through satellite networks. Beyond the association's statement of support, no further details about the specific FCC measures or wider reactions have been reported.

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    Amazon Prime FTC Refunds Begin October 1โ—Amazon Prime FTC Refunds Start October 1: Do You Qualify?โœ‰newsTechnologyGadgets15 min ago

    Amazon Prime customers are set to receive refunds from October 1 as part of a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. The FTC reached a $2.5 billion settlement with Amazon over allegations that it enrolled users in Prime without clear consent and made cancellation difficult. Consumers are now asking whether they qualify for a payment and how to file a claim.

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    Former hairdresser reviews a scalp gadgetโ—As a former hairdresser, Iโ€™ve been testing this scalp gadget here's my verdict(aff)โœ‰newsTechnologyGadgets15 min ago

    A former hairdresser has published a hands-on review of a scalp gadget, sharing a verdict after testing it. The piece is written from a professional perspective, offering an experienced opinion on whether the device delivers on its promises. The review carries an affiliate link marker, meaning the writer may earn commission on purchases made through it. The item is circulating as part of gadget-focused coverage.

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    Astrana Health Reports Social Engineering Incident to SECโ—Astrana Health Notifies SEC About Social Engineering Incidentโœ‰newsHealth16 min ago

    Astrana Health has notified the Securities and Exchange Commission about a social engineering incident affecting the company. Details about the scope of the breach, the data involved, or the number of people affected have not been released. Cybersecurity watchers are tracking the filing for signs of regulatory fallout or further disclosures.

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    SEC Approves Retail Voting Programs Modeled on Tesla Planโ—SEC Allows Retail Voting Programs Modeled On Tesla Planโœ‰newsBusinessRetail21 min ago

    The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved retail shareholder voting programs modeled on Tesla's arrangement, which allows a company founder's shares to be matched with retail investors who pledge to vote them as directed. The move opens the door for other companies to adopt similar structures, and it is drawing attention from corporate governance experts concerned about consolidating voting power with insiders.

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    Landmarks Panel To Review Ground-Floor Retail Plan At 23 Wall Streetโ—LPC To Review Proposal For Ground-Floor Retail Conversion At 23 Wall Street In Financial District, Manhattanโœ‰newsBusinessRetail21 min ago

    New York's Landmarks Preservation Commission is set to review a proposal to convert ground-floor space at 23 Wall Street in Manhattan's Financial District into retail use. The landmarked former J.P. Morgan headquarters building would see its street-level space reconfigured under the plan. Coverage has so far focused on the review itself, with details of the proposed design and tenants not yet disclosed.

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    FTC chair: AI developers should be liable for their agents' conductโ—FTC chair suggests AI developers should be liable for conduct of agentsYhnBusiness7129 min ago

    The chair of the US Federal Trade Commission has argued that companies developing AI agents should be held legally responsible for what those systems do, pushing back against treating AI agents as independent actors. The remarks suggest US regulators may seek to place liability for automated conduct squarely on the firms that build the technology.

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    Artist shares blueberry inflation commission artworkโ—Comm for @jetthedrake.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy ! #blueberry #inflation #alcoholMmastodonBusinessEconomy126 min ago

    An artist has posted a commissioned illustration for a client, tagged with themes of blueberry transformation, inflation and alcohol. The piece was shared publicly and marked as paid commission work. Such commissions are common in furry and transformation art communities, where artists take requests from individual clients and post the results openly.