Meet HAT-P-68 b, a sizzling hot exoplanet discovered in 2020 orbiting the star HAT-P-68. Found using the clever transit method, this planet was spotted by the trusty HATNet network with the help of a 2K CCD sensor, all from good old Earthbound telescopes. HAT-P-68 b is a gas giant that loves to orbit close and fast, making it a real scorcher with a tightly-knit relationship to its star. While it might not have a charming proper name yet, this planet definitely earns its place in the cosmic spotlight as a shining example of how we keep finding new worlds beyond our solar system. Keep an eye out for more discoveries like this one—space is full of surprises!
