Astral Systems, a startup from Bristol, UK, aims to increase production of nuclear isotopes for detecting cancer by utilizing multistate fusion (MSF) technology in compact reactors, receiving over £4.5M investment from Speedinvest and Playfair. Leveraging NASA research, Astral’s platform could lead to applications in nuclear energy, space exploration, and industrial sectors, reducing reliance on centralized production sites and offering improved performance. With three commercial fusion facilities already established and revenue generated, Astral is positioned to address urgent medical, industrial, and power needs through innovative nuclear fusion technology.
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Aaron Sorkin’s Social Network sequel might recast Mark Zuckerberg
Aaron Sorkin is set to write and direct a sequel to The Social Network, with Jeremy Strong as the leading candidate to portray Mark Zuckerberg, though no formal offer has been made. The film, titled The Social Network Part II, will explore the revelations from The Wall Street Journal's The Facebook Files series, focusing on the impacts of Meta's platforms based on leaked documents. Want More Context? 🔎
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