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FCC Revives Net Neutrality, Fisker's Financial Woes, and Plato's Burial Site Revealed


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In a significant development for internet regulation, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has officially restored net neutrality rules, reclassifying broadband internet as a utility-like service and prohibiting practices like throttling, blocking, or paid prioritization of online content. This decision has been met with praise from consumer advocacy groups but strong opposition from the telecommunications industry. Meanwhile, early reviews of the Rabbit R1, a novel AI-powered gadget, present a mixed but generally optimistic view of its potential to simplify tasks and reduce screen time through its ability to learn from user interactions. However, the device is still in its early stages, with some features not functioning as advertised.

On the automotive front, electric vehicle manufacturer Fisker Inc. is facing severe financial difficulties and may seek bankruptcy protection within the next 30 days due to a critical shortage of funds and inability to meet its debt obligations. The company has faced production issues with its Fisker Ocean SUV, workforce reductions, and a plummeting stock price. In the realm of archaeology, researchers have made a significant discovery regarding the burial site of ancient Greek philosopher Plato, utilizing advanced imaging and AI technologies to decipher carbonized papyrus scrolls from Herculaneum. The texts indicate that Plato was buried in a private garden at the Platonic Academy in Athens and shed light on a tumultuous period in his life.

Finally, the hunt for the hypothetical Planet 9 in the outer solar system continues, with recent research providing new evidence and insights. A study analyzing the orbits of Neptune-crossing objects shows their alignment with predictions of models that include Planet 9, while other analyses have narrowed down the search area. An indirect detection approach suggests looking for potential satellites of Planet 9, as tidal heating effects could make them detectable in the infrared. Astronomers will continue scanning the outer solar system in hopes of finally spotting this elusive giant planet.

From Perplexity’s Discover feed:

FCC restores net neutrality
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/FCC-restores-net-VYOex1fVQ6._hLusRXBWYQ

Rabbit R1 initial reviews
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Rabbit-R1-initial-uPgGhx_jTsWFnNFCxUI2yg

Fisker heads toward bankruptcy
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Fisker-heads-toward-t3I.JykXSWOqIeD0lt1Hyw

Papyrus reveals Pla

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