Discovery of ‘Missing Link’ Black Hole in Binary System G3425

A groundbreaking discovery of a stellar-mass black hole in the binary system G3425, located 5,800 light-years from Earth, has excited astronomers. This ‘missing link’ black hole, with a mass between 3.1 and 4.4 solar masses, challenges existing theories on black hole formation and evolution. The findings, published in Nature Astronomy, highlight the unique interplay between the red giant star and its dark companion, paving the way for further exploration of cosmic phenomena.