[–] 8 points 4 days ago

Could it be because they should not be using the footpaths?

I know some cities have outlawed things like segways and electric scooters from using sidewalks because they’re considered a hazard to pedestrians. Perhaps this explains why I haven’t seen any of these robots in Boston yet…

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  • [–] 7 points 1 week ago

    A little critical thinking also helps recognize this as a hoax. The Russian government is smart enough to know any such activity shouldn’t originate from Russian IP addresses. They’re likely using a combination of commercial VPN providers, cloud services like AWS, and potentially botnets to post to social media. (Well, probably not AWS, but there are literally hundreds of smaller cloud providers out there to choose from).

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  • [–] 4 points 3 weeks ago (1 child)

    I bought my Tesla in 2022. After 4 years with it, the lack of real buttons and burying controls under touchscreen menus is the primary reason why I’ll never buy another Tesla. When I do replace my Tesla it will be with another EV, but not a Tesla EV.

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    Russia could use the risk of a radiological incident on Ukrainian territory for information manipulation and attempts to discredit Kyiv, as Moscow intensifies nuclear threats against Western countries discussing security guarantees for Ukraine, according to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

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    Analysts note that Russian officials use statements from the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service to amplify rhetoric regarding potential use of nuclear weapons. Specifically, threats are directed at the United Kingdom and France — countries leading negotiations within the so-called Coalition of the Willing concerning security guarantees for post-war Ukraine.

    According to ISW, the Kremlin is attempting to:

    • Sow fear of escalation between nuclear powers;

    • Deter European countries from providing guarantees to Ukraine;

    • Force the US to limit support for these initiatives.

    Kremlin may be preparing information operation

    ISW analysts suggest that Russia may attempt to use a potential radiological incident for its own informational purposes. Experts assess that Moscow could:

    • Cause or allow a radiological event on Ukrainian territory;

    • Subsequently, blame Ukraine for using nuclear or radiological weapons.

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    The report emphasizes that Russian forces regularly attack Ukrainian energy infrastructure, including facilities related to nuclear power. Such strikes can create a risk of radiological incidents — both intentional and accidental.

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