Elon Musk to build a social platform

Plus: MIT scientists developed the most detailed simulation of the early universe ever, North Korea launches its new "Hwasong-17" ICMB. Should the world be worried? Mar 27, 2022 [View in browser]( Elon Musk tweeted yesterday that he is planning to create a social media platform. On Friday, he had shared a poll on Twitter and asked users if they think Twitter adheres to the principle of free speech. 70% of respondents voted "no." The CEO of Tesla has already had some trouble with Twitter in the past relating to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Would you call yourself a music nerd? If so, you’ll love the video below that shows how drum kit cymbals are manufactured. Good morning. I’m Mert, an editor at IE. This is The Blueprint. Keep Reading. [Video]VIDEO OF THE DAY [Here's how drum kit cymbals are manufactured]( Check out how drum kit cymbals are made by hand in a Turkish factory. [Here's how drum kit cymbals are manufactured]( CULTURE [Elon Musk tweets about building a new social media platform.]( [Elon Musk.]( - CEO of Tesla Elon Musk [revealed in tweets]( posted on Saturday that he is giving serious thought to [creating a social media platform](. “Given that Twitter serves as the de facto public town square, failing to adhere to free speech principles fundamentally undermines democracy,” Musk further tweeted. Free speech. Meanwhile, on Friday, he put out a Twitter poll asking users if they thought Twitter adhered to the principle of free speech. Over 70% of respondents voted "no". "The consequences of this poll will be important. Please vote carefully," he further said, adding that “free speech is essential to a functioning democracy." The billionaire has run into some trouble with Twitter in the past relating to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Twitter troubles. In August 2018, Musk posted what would seem like a harmless tweet announcing that he was considering taking Tesla private. Observers saw it as a way to annoy short-sellers, but the announcement still sent investors scrambling, caused regulators to fine Tesla $20 million, and created a class-action lawsuit. With all these Twitter woes, one can see why the prolific entrepreneur would like to create his own social media platform. [Read More]( SCIENCE [MIT scientists developed the most detailed simulation of the early universe ever]( [A screenshot from clip of the Thesan simulation]( How did we come to be? How was the universe created? Those are questions that astrophysicists have pondered and explored for many years. - Now, scientists at MIT, Harvard University, and the Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics have [developed a detailed view of how the universe]( may have unfolded after the big bang, according to[a press statement]( by MIT published on Thursday. They have named their new simulation Thesan after the Etruscan goddess of the dawn and it is designed to recreate the cosmic reionization period, a mysterious time that has often perplexed astrophysicists. The simulation is being used to answer long-standing questions such as how far light could travel in the early universe and which galaxies were responsible for reionization. A bridge to the early universe. “Thesan acts as a bridge to the early universe,” said Aaron Smith, a NASA Einstein Fellow in MIT’s Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research. “It is intended to serve as an ideal simulation counterpart for upcoming observational facilities, which are poised to fundamentally alter our understanding of the cosmos.” [Read More]( INNOVATION [North Korea launches its new "Hwasong-17" ICMB. Should the world be worried?]( ["Hwasong-17" intercontinental ballistic missile]( Reports are in that North Korea have just test-launched their [new "Hwasong-17" intercontinental ballistic missile](. The longest-range missile platform developed to date by the country, it has been developed, by all accounts, to help "contain" U.S. military threats. The test launch was guided by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the 24th of March 2022. - [Pyongyang has stated]( that it carried out the test to “ensure the scientific and technical reliability of [the Hwasong-17’s] prompt operation under the wartime condition,” as neighboring countries and the U.S. condemn the launch as a major provocation. This marks the first full intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test in North Korea since November 2017. First revealed on a military parade in October of 2020, it is also considered the largest nuclear-capable missile platform in North Korea's possession. “It is necessary to make clear that whoever tries to infringe upon the security of our state shall pay dearly,” Kim reportedly said, according to the Rodong Sinmun. “Our state defense capability will make thorough preparations for long confrontation with U.S. imperialism on the basis of the tremendous military-technical force unflinching even to any military threat and blackmail,” he concluded. [Read More]( MAIL & MUSINGS There’s no doubt that North Korea loves showing off its military power. Do you think the country will cease its shows of strength soon? Be sure you check back tomorrow for the results! [Nothing can change with their current government.]( [Maybe, if their leader changes.]( [They have the right to introduce their latest war technologies as long as they don’t cause any harm.]( [It will be over soon if a war breaks out.]( Yesterday’s Results In relation to the automotive industry going electric day by day, we asked if you think electric trucks are worth getting excited about. 38% seem to be doubtful of the greenness of EVs while 27% say it’s worth getting excited over a Tesla vehicle. I’m doubtful about the advantages and greenness of EVs. 38% If it’s by Tesla, yes! 27% I’ve not made up my mind about the EV craze. 21% No, I don’t think it’ll be sustainable. 13% QUOTE OF THE DAY “ Nature's stern discipline enjoins mutual help at least as often as warfare. The fittest may also be the gentlest. ” Theodosius Dobzhansky in “Mankind Evolving” AND ANOTHER THING... - The[ins and outs]( railguns: Will they eventually see widespread usage? - [A leopard wanders into a Mercedes factory]( shuts down production for hours. (The Drive) - How is the war affecting the [Russian clout in nuclear energy]( - Chile’s archaeologists fight to[save the world’s oldest mummies]( from climate change. (The Guardian) - A study predicts [Elon Musk will be the world's first trillionaire]( 2024. - The U.S. charges four Russians over [a hacking campaign on the energy sector](. (BBC News) - Exxon Mobil has a pilot project for using [excess gas to mine Bitcoin](. [Share to Win]SHARE TO WIN [All products]( Share The Blueprint! Give your friends deeper insights into engineering and tech, and win exclusive IE swag for free. [Read Details]( Share your link Copy & share your referral link with others. 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