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‘We’re rooned’: Data centres mark the death of capitalism, return to feudalism Feudalism

‘We’re rooned’: Data centres mark the death of capitalism, return to feudalism

Plus, the hypocrisy of South Australian politicians trying to restrict abortion access. A data centre construction site in Sydney (Image: AAP/Mick Tsikas) On calls for a data centre moratorium Michael V writes: The irony in all of this is that if you asked AI to formulate a scenario that didn’t…
bubmag
June 11, 2026
Tim Draper Says Quantum Will Crack Banks Before Bitcoin Blockchain

Tim Draper Says Quantum Will Crack Banks Before Bitcoin

Tim Draper argued bitcoin faces less quantum risk than banks, comparing its security to Fort Knox. His comments shifted attention from blockchain vulnerabilities to legacy financial systems, as debate grows over quantum computing’s threat to modern cryptography. Key Takeaways Draper argued banks face greater quantum risks than decentralized blockchain networks.…
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June 11, 2026
‘A human being cannot exist nowhere’: Judge blocks eviction of Montreal encampment Homeless

‘A human being cannot exist nowhere’: Judge blocks eviction of Montreal encampment

The Quebec Superior Court has prevented the City of Montreal from dismantling a homeless encampment under an overpass, saying officials failed to provide a suitable alternative for the unhoused residents. The ruling forces the city to respect a bylaw it adopted earlier this year on homelessness, which says moving an encampment is…
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June 11, 2026
The space economy’s next frontier is in ground infrastructure, Northwood Space CEO says Space Debris

The space economy’s next frontier is in ground infrastructure, Northwood Space CEO says

In the last six years, a surge of satellites in orbit has triggered what Northwood Space Chief Executive Bridgit Mendler called the “infrastructure building era” of space. Speaking at the Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference in Aspen, Colorado on Tuesday, Mendler emphasized how massive leaps in launch capacity and spacecraft manufacturing…
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June 11, 2026
Tesla–SpaceX Merger? ‘Big Short’ Investor Steve Eisman Says He Wouldn’t Doubt It Elon Musk

Tesla–SpaceX Merger? ‘Big Short’ Investor Steve Eisman Says He Wouldn’t Doubt It

Big Short investor Steve Eisman said he would not be surprised by a Tesla-SpaceX deal, fueling speculation about Elon Musk’s next major move. The comments come as SpaceX IPO demand reportedly tops $250 billion. Key Takeaways Big Short investor Steve Eisman said a SpaceX-Tesla deal is plausible but unattractive for…
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June 11, 2026
7 Essential Tips for Effective Commercial Space Planning Space Debris

7 Essential Tips for Effective Commercial Space Planning

Effective commercial space planning can greatly boost productivity and employee satisfaction. Start by evaluating how your space is currently utilized—look for patterns in movement and interaction. Next, design flexible areas that can adapt to various needs. Create distinct zones for collaboration, focus, and relaxation to enhance functionality. Prioritize ergonomic furniture…
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June 11, 2026