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SpaceX and xAI are pursuing a patent for an orbital data center constellation to harvest solar energy in space.
Experts question the idea's affordability and long-term practicality due to high costs and maintenance needs.
Environmental concerns and costs could negate potential benefits, according to researchers.
Experts warn orbit would risk debris and complicate communications, weather, and navigation services.
Some researchers say full economic viability would require costs to fall well below current levels.
The piece references ongoing debate about whether space-based centers could ever beat Earth-based ones on cost.
Critics emphasize the logistical challenge of in-orbit maintenance and part replacement.
Researchers note possible environmental toll from launch and disposal phases.
The article summarizes multiple expert opinions and situates orbital data centers within a broader AI infrastructure debate.

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The Trump administration is pursuing a broader push to police journalism and influence media coverage, drawing criticism from multiple outlets.
CBS scrapped a Colbert interview with a Democratic candidate to avoid running afoul of the equal-time rule.
The FCC and FTC are accused of targeting speech by critics of the president and political opponents.
The piece notes a bipartisan concern about redactions in Epstein files and scrutiny of media coverage.
Regulators have demanded data from tech platforms to monitor criticism of ICE agents.
The New York Times and The Atlantic are quoted criticizing the administration’s posture toward journalism.
Analysts describe the moves as a challenge to free speech and media independence.
The article frames the effort as part of a broader effort to control the messaging around Trump policies.
Media outlets argue the actions amount to political pressure aimed at shaping coverage.

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Lawmakers press for a formal probe into Anker over national security concerns linked to its Chinese ownership and data practices.
The letter to FCC and Commerce Department questions Anker’s ownership and whether devices transmit data to Chinese servers.
Lawmakers say Chinese government subsidies may enable aggressive pricing and market dominance for Anker.
The Post notes past enforcement action related to Eufy cameras and encryption issues.
The lawmakers cited concerns about foreign surveillance in American households using Anker/Eufy products.
The letter requests guidance on potential FCC actions to protect privacy and curb surveillance.
Stefanik and Scott emphasized protecting American brands and consumers from unfair Chinese competition.
The Post underscores ongoing concerns in recent years about Chinese-made smart home products sold in the United States.
The letter was obtained exclusively by The Post, detailing the requested inquiries.
The push involves high-profile figures and aligns with bipartisan scrutiny of tech from China.

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FCC approves Charter-Cox megamerger, allowing the $34.5 billion deal to proceed.
Regulator required concessions as part of the approval, including dropping DEI policies.
Deal valued at about $34.5 billion, combining two major U.S. cable providers.
Approval enables the merger to move forward with regulatory oversight.
Brendan Carr was a key regulator cited in the approval process.
The decision aligns with ongoing consolidation trends in the U.S. telecom sector.
The Verge framed the ruling within policy and regulatory context.
The article highlights the role of policy signals in the merger's approval.
The deal’s status clears a major hurdle for the combination of Charter and Cox.
The Verge aggregates perspectives from multiple policy and business angles.

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