The OpenAI Python SDK now uses HTTPX2 for its synchronous and asynchronous HTTP clients, replacing the previous httpx package. Existing API calls continue to work without changes, but users must update their code to use HTTPX2 clients explicitly.
A fast algorithm for volume computation of a simple, closed triangulated 3D mesh is presented using vector calculus. The algorithm calculates the volume as a sum of surface integrals over each triangle in the mesh.
Language Reactor supports various file formats and syncs subtitles accurately. It offers features like audio clip export, flashcards, and definitions for natural vocabulary building.
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Big Pineapple, Cloudflare's DNS platform, reduced its cache memory usage by 56% through five optimizations. The changes freed up over 100 terabytes of memory across the fleet and improved performance with a 43% increase in cache insert throughput and a 19% drop in lookup latency.
Luanti's Android app is unavailable on Google Play due to a baseless DMCA notice from Tracer.AI, alleging copyright infringement with Minecraft. The company has previously submitted counter-notices and appealed against similar notices in 2023 and this year.
The author has been impressed with the capabilities of GPT-5.6-Luna, but notes that its high cost is a significant barrier to adoption for consumer AI companies. They believe that fast and affordable models will become increasingly important for businesses, particularly those requiring human-like responsiveness and efficiency.
Explore a fan-made interactive 3D map of the Warhammer 40,000 galaxy, featuring 52 worlds, M41 and M42 eras, the Great Rift, routes, and lore dossiers.
The German Sovereign Tech Agency invests €508,640 in the Flatpak project to improve its security and sandboxing features. This two-year initiative aims to accelerate the evolution of Flatpak as a secure platform for packaging and distributing Linux desktop software.
The website has some working animations, but not all 507 are complete. Users can browse completed animations by color thumbnails and subscribe to updates on progress.
OpenTIE is an open-source reimplementation of Star Wars: TIE Fighter, combining 1995 and 1998 game data for a unique experience. It supports various graphics modes, flight simulation speeds, and soundtrack options while remaining under active development with potential bugs.
A 25 cm open-source biped robot is being pre-ordered for $399, shipping before Christmas 2026. The robot's source code and training data are available on GitHub, allowing users to customize and retrain it.
Gemini 3.5 Transcribe is a precise speech-to-text model designed for intelligent voice interactions, offering advanced capabilities like noise handling and custom vocabulary recognition. The model achieves high accuracy rates across various languages and use cases, with applications in the Gemini app, Android, Google AI Studio, and more.
Anubis is a website protection system that prevents AI scrapers by requiring proof of work, causing temporary downtime. Users can reload the page or disable plugins like JShelter to access the site.
Gemini Omni 1.1 Flash introduces creative controls and generative video capabilities for developers, enabling real-world reasoning in generative creation. The new suite supports professional use via the Gemini API in Google AI Studio with improved visual consistency and narrative adherence.
Terminal-Bench-Science evaluates AI agents on workflows from researchers' own work, setting the bar for scientific capability in AI. The benchmark includes 70 tasks across various scientific domains and measures agent capabilities through a diverse set of challenging workflows.
The user wants to control access to models, set up a custom router for quality, speed, and cost, and start a local OpenAI-compatible gateway. They also discuss the benefits of using a managed gateway versus running one locally.
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GoGoGrandparent's mission is to help older adults live independently in their homes by providing a virtual caregiver that monitors daily activities. The company aims to make a significant impact on people's lives, especially as the number of seniors over 65 increases.
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Nuclear power is experiencing a resurgence with small modular reactors (SMRs) gaining traction due to their cost-effectiveness and modularity. Innovations like molten salt coolants and accident-tolerant fuels enhance safety and efficiency, though challenges in materials and fuel enrichment remain.
Nvidia is in talks to acquire Hugging Face, a popular AI platform, for over $13 billion. The deal could give Nvidia a bigger foothold with developers and drive more workloads onto its chips.
Afterglow is an emulator for running original 68k After Dark screen savers on modern macOS. It allows users to import and run classic modules without dependencies on ROMs or classic Mac OS, preserving the software for years to come.
The author discusses the walled garden problem in social media, where APIs are closed and data is not accessible for building new services. The author proposes a solution using personal data servers (PDS) that allow apps to interact with each other's databases directly.
Emacs 31 has released a new markdown-ts-mode, an experimental mode that covers the CommonMark and GitHub Flavored Markdown specs. The mode is feature-rich but still evolving, requiring users to opt-in by loading the library manually.
The original Snowboard Kids game has been fully decompiled, with all functions having matching C implementations that produce identical machine code to the original game. This was achieved through a collaborative effort involving several individuals and AI models.
M5Stack launches PaperMono, a compact ESP32-S3-based E-Ink terminal for low-power projects. It features a 3.97-inch display, touch input, and connectivity options like NFC and LoRa.
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