October 22, 2025, 4:18 AM EDT. Lynk Global and Omnispace will merge to form a global D2D satellite services player, combining Omnispace's 60 MHz S-band spectrum with Lynk's D2D platform. Luxembourg-based SES will become a major strategic shareholder, backing a globally coordinated spectrum push to serve MNOs and commercial segments. The deal accelerates a move away from relying on cellular partnerships toward a persistent, multi-orbit D2D network with a target of 2027. Omnispace has faced interference claims with SpaceX in the United States, a dispute regulators may help resolve by aligning with international S-band allocations. The merged entity plans to launch two satellites in February to validate tech, including a multi-orbit relay with SES; Potarazu would be CEO and Viswanathan Chief Strategy Officer, subject to approvals.
October 22, 2025, 4:08 AM EDT. An open letter coordinated by the Future of Life Institute calls for banning the development of superintelligent AI until it can be proven safe and controllable with broad public buy-in. More than 700 signatories- Nobel laureates, tech icons, faith leaders, and policymakers-argue superintelligence could arrive in 1-2 years. Notables include five Nobelists, Steve Wozniak, Prince Harry, Yuval Noah Harari, Susan Rice, and others. The petition emphasizes public awareness and societal safeguards, noting that few firms drive progress while many people favor caution. It builds on a 2023 campaign for a pause. Polls cited alongside the letter show roughly 64% of Americans want a debated, safety-first path, with only 5% urging rapid development. The authors urge that the future of AI serve humanity, not replace it.
October 22, 2025, 4:06 AM EDT. Public safety alert: the FTC estimates about 57,000 Americans fall victim to scams daily, equaling roughly 21 million per year. Scammers exploit tech and untraceable accounts, often impersonating law enforcement to pressure payments. In one example, a jury-duty scam claims a warrant, demanding payment to avoid arrest. The message is designed to provoke fear and the lure of a quick fix, a pattern seen across many schemes. Even vigilant people can be fooled, and experts warn AI tools could make scams more convincing. The Bay County Sheriff's Office emphasizes public information as a primary defense, including a forthcoming text-alert campaign and a centralized Scam Alert Page. If scammed, report it; stay informed via official channels to protect yourself and loved ones from these pervasive threats.
October 22, 2025, 4:04 AM EDT. BYD's ascent in the EV battery landscape stems from deep vertical integration, enabling greater efficiency, scalability, and cost control across its operations. Its diverse vehicle lineup reinforces strength in the global EV market. Central to BYD's push is the Blade Battery-launched in 2020 and built on lithium iron-phosphate (LFP) chemistry for enhanced safety, thermal stability, and durability, while maximizing space with a flat-cell design that boosts energy density and reduces reliance on cobalt. With over two decades of battery development and more than three million EVs built, BYD is a recognized global force in new energy mobility, dominating China's EV sales from 2014-2019 and now operating in 300+ cities across 50+ countries. Its recent models fuse technical sophistication with distinctive Chinese design, signaling a growing global innovator.
October 22, 2025, 4:02 AM EDT. Tesla has cut lease prices on most of its lineup, valid only until the end of October. A top banner warns that prices will rise in November after the $7,500 federal tax credit expired. Highlights include: Model 3 from $329/mo (36 months, $3,000 down, 10k miles/yr), Model 3 AWD from $429/mo, and Model 3 Performance $699/mo. For Model Y, leases start at $449/mo (RWD) and $519/mo (AWD); the Standard and Performance trims aren't available to lease. The Cybertruck drops to $699/mo (down $5,000). The tri-motor Cyberbeast is $1,730/mo. If you're price shopping, cheaper options like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 exist, per our Best EV Lease and Finance Deals guide.