Daniel Kahneman, Nobel laureate who challenged the rationality of economic actors and influenced diverse fields, died at 90. His work with Amos Tversky on human judgment and decision-making underpins behavioral economics and extends beyond academia.

Databricks introduces DBRX, a new LLM with state-of-the-art benchmarks and efficiency, surpassing GPT-3.5 and competitive with Gemini 1.0 Pro, particularly in programming. DBRX utilizes a fine-grained MoE architecture, offering faster inference and smaller size while maintaining high quality.

Swift's clean syntax and features like result builders enhance UI development for GNOME, which prioritizes simplicity. Adwaita for Swift enables declarative UI definition, improving readability and maintenance.

FuryGpu is a real hardware GPU implemented on a Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ FPGA, built on a custom PCB and connected to the host computer using PCIe. Supporting hardware features equivalent to a high-end graphics card of the mid 1990s and a full modern Windows software driver stack, it can render real games of that era at beyond real-time frame rates.

Apple customers have experienced elaborate phishing attacks exploiting a password reset feature, leading to incessant prompts and fake support calls. The scam aims to hijack Apple IDs by overwhelming users with alerts and obtaining one-time codes.

New York City moves to initiate a congestion pricing program, charging $15 to drive into Midtown and Lower Manhattan, aiming to reduce traffic and fund transit. The plan, set to start by mid-June, follows global examples and is expected to cut Lower Manhattan vehicle entries by 17%.

The founder of Explanations.app, inspired by personal struggles at MIT, created an affordable educational platform for college-level math and physics, offering personalized video responses to student queries. The site aims to provide a more efficient and cost-effective alternative to traditional tutoring and address the inefficiencies in higher education's help resources.

Two nights of poor sleep can make individuals feel years older, while consistent rest aids in feeling younger. Researchers suggest protecting sleep could improve subjective age, influencing health behaviors and sociability.

The article advises registering or signing in with developer credentials when running a script or application. It also recommends using a unique and descriptive User-Agent or reverting to the default if issues arise.

The article discusses the limitations of artificial intelligence (AI) in security and defense applications, using the example of Israel's internal security service, Shin Bet, which failed to anticipate a Hamas attack despite having an AI system. It also explores the relationship between Silicon Valley and the military-industrial complex, highlighting the belief in AI's potential to ...

The Peter Principle posits that employees rise to their "level of incompetence" in a hierarchy by being promoted for success in prior roles, not suitability for new ones. Despite its satirical origins, the principle is widely recognized and has inspired extensive research and commentary.

John Gruber criticizes the lack of privacy in using physical credit cards compared to digital wallets, which use DPANs to protect card numbers. He clarifies misconceptions about DPANs, emphasizing their role in security and privacy, despite not completely preventing merchant tracking.

Proxmox VE introduces a new VM import wizard, enabling VMware ESXi VM imports with extensive configuration compatibility and minimal downtime. Detailed documentation and step-by-step migration guides are available, with the source code and updates accessible through specific Proxmox repositories.

The article discusses the expansion of Infinite Mac to include a collection of all notable NeXTStep versions, using the Previous emulator, which was ported to WebAssembly/Emscripten for web use. Challenges included adapting the SDL library and improving touch input, while integration revealed NeXT's historical significance and led to the creation of a NeXT version of the "Infinite HD" drive.

The article explains how containerization works, detailing mechanisms like chroot, cgroups, and namespaces that isolate and control process resources, which are simplified by tools like Docker.

Caravaggio's tumultuous life was marked by a series of misdemeanours and a murder that led to his flight from Rome. His influential art, characterized by dramatic realism and chiaroscuro, left a lasting legacy despite his early death at 38.

Amazon invests an additional $2.75 billion in AI startup Anthropic, reaching over $10 billion in total funding, without board control. Anthropic competes with OpenAI's ChatGPT, recently launching Claude 3, claimed to surpass GPT-4.

Andy Bechtolsheim, co-founder of Sun Microsystems, was charged by the SEC for insider trading related to Cisco's acquisition of Acacia Communications. He profited illegally and has agreed to pay a penalty and accept a five-year ban from serving as a public company officer.

egui's hit test logic is revamped for accuracy, enhancing user interaction and touch screen support. Menus and visuals are improved without API changes, and new debugging features are added.

Anthropic has launched their new Claude 3 models, which have shown superior performance in coding tasks, outperforming all of OpenAI's models according to Aider's code editing benchmark suite. However, while Claude 3 Opus scored the highest, its extra costs and slower response times raise questions about its practicality for daily use, and the Claude models have also shown some limitations, ...

Cliff Stoll investigated a minor accounting error that uncovered the first known case of state-sponsored hacking, leading to a year-long pursuit of German hackers for the KGB. His book "The Cuckoo's Egg" became a seminal work in cybersecurity, inspiring many in the field, while Stoll himself moved on to eclectic interests.

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MIT researchers have developed a new method called "distribution matching distillation" to speed up the image generation process in AI, reducing the time-consuming diffusion process to a single sampling step. Despite the increased speed, the method maintains a good balance between quality and performance, providing the best of both worlds in AI image generation.

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John Barnett, a former quality control manager and whistleblower at Boeing, had warned the company about safety issues, which he claimed were ignored by his superiors. His unexpected death, deemed a suicide, has raised questions among those who knew him, especially considering his testimony against Boeing's safety practices and the subsequent ousting of three top executives, including the ...

STH purchased new AMD EPYC 7C13 servers, a 64-core Milan generation CPU for under $2000, offering cloud pricing. Testing revealed performance similar to higher-priced CPUs, with efficient power consumption, making it a value for server consolidation.

The article discusses the author's experience creating an interactive art installation for SIGGRAPH 2023, which allowed participants to control a pen plotter via a MIDI controller to create unique drawings. Despite challenges like optimizing the art generation for speed and troubleshooting network issues, the installation was successful and drew a diverse crowd.

The article is a detailed account of Stephen's talk on the benefits and practical implementation of using SQLite for Rails projects in production. He highlights the simplicity, control, and speed of SQLite as key reasons for its selection, and demonstrates the deployment process of a SQLite on Rails application on Hatchbox, a popular hosting provider, using a minimal DigitalOcean server.

PointOne is developing an app to automate timesheet generation for lawyers by tracking their activities. It aims to alleviate the burden of manual timekeeping and ensure accurate billing and narratives.

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The influential Minimalist sculptor Richard Serra, known for his massive steel works and public art controversies like "Tilted Arc," has passed away at 85 after a battle with pneumonia. His large-scale sculptures, often experienced as imposing and austere, have left a profound impact on the art world and reshaped viewer interaction with space.

Two iconic tech labs, Xerox’s PARC and SRI International, have merged to revive their pioneering spirit in innovation. They aim to explore new fields like climate change solutions and advanced A.I., despite skepticism about their relevance in today's fast-paced tech landscape.

The author shares their positive shift from Erlang to Elixir for developing on the Erlang Virtual Machine, citing Elixir's better code organization and functional programming elegance. They highlight Elixir's unique relationship with Erlang, metaprogramming abilities, and tools for efficient, maintainable code.

Meta is accused of spying on Snapchat through "Project Ghostbusters," using a deceptive VPN service called Onavo to gather competitive intelligence. Despite Meta's denial, court filings suggest Zuckerberg's involvement in the wiretapping initiative, which may have given Meta an unfair advantage in advertising.

Several French government departments have been experiencing a series of cyberattacks in the past day, with the government activating a crisis unit to deal with the attack. … Berlin calls out “hybrid disinformation attack.” Others tell it to fix its communications. Lawmakers found malware infections on their phones, ringing alarm bells about confidential EU defense work.

Startup School East is being held in Boston on April 20, with YC partners providing insights and advice, followed by YC interviews on April 21 for the Summer 2024 batch for students in the Northeast. Early sign-ups are recommended for bus seats, and applications for interviews are due by April 12 with the referral code EAST24.

Radicle introduces Heartwood, a decentralized code collaboration platform built on Git, allowing users to operate nodes for hosting and syncing repositories without a centralized service. It emphasizes local-first architecture, data sovereignty, and extensibility, enabling direct peer-to-peer collaboration and interoperability with existing tools.

The author details their experience with a memory leak in Postgres's WAL Sender process, exploring various debugging tools before successfully using the memleak program from the bcc tools to locate the leak. They share their learning process and highlight the broad applicability of the techniques for identifying leaks in running programs without modification.

Anthropic's Claude 3 Opus surpassed OpenAI's GPT-4 on Chatbot Arena, marking a significant shift in AI leadership. The event underscores the competitive nature of AI development and the importance of diverse top vendors.

Alan Slone, an ex-car salesman, exposes the "4-square" tactic dealers use to manipulate buyers into unfavorable deals. He offers tips, like securing outside financing, to counter these strategies and urges buyers to stay informed.

On March 27, 2017, Apple launched the Apple File System (APFS), a significant update across its devices, which proved crucial for Apple silicon Macs. Despite early issues, APFS has become widely used and continues to evolve, though Apple's limited release of technical details has hindered third-party development.

Nikki and Dhruhin introduce Patchwork, a team communication tool with a focus on a ranked feed to improve work flow. They aim to reduce chat disruptions by integrating various platforms and using LLMs for a seamless writing experience.

Everi, a provider of financial technology, loyalty solutions, games, and intelligence solutions for the gaming industry, is hiring a remote Software Developer with 4-7 years of experience in full-stack web development, particularly with technologies such as Angular, Node.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript. The role involves developing location-based features for Everi Mobility clients, ...

After 64 years, ULA's Delta rocket family will retire with the Delta IV Heavy's final launch. The Delta II was notable for its reliability, while the Delta IV Heavy is recognized for its heavy-lift capability.

Nomic, a game where rule-changing is part of the gameplay, was created in 1982 and gained global attention through various translations and internet play. It has been applied in numerous fields for education, creativity, and legal training, and continues to evolve with dedicated websites and databases.

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Lambda finds that the article discusses a Linux battery status tool that outputs different units depending on the files present, and lacks support for laptops with multiple batteries.

The EV startup Fisker faced a payment crisis, losing track of customer payments and resources, which hindered its sales team during a crucial restructuring phase. Amidst internal chaos and poor accounting practices, the company is on the verge of bankruptcy, having halted production and been delisted from the NYSE.

Pythagoras's belief that perfect integer ratios create consonance in music is challenged by a study showing preferences for slight imperfections and diverse patterns of harmony with non-Western instruments. The research indicates that exploring different instruments can unlock new harmonic languages that are intuitively appreciated by listeners.

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It looks like the license was changed from MIT to GPLv2 yesterday. The FAQ indicates that v6 onward would be MIT. As of 2024-02-29 it reads, "The TinyMCE core editor is free to use for commercial and noncommercial purposes. When it comes...

The article narrates the author's challenging job search post-layoff, highlighting the high competition and ineffective job applications until successful networking led to interviews and a new job. They ultimately secured a position at Kin Insurance and planned to balance work with personal life and learning.

The 3D Printed Binary Enigma is a manual encryption device inspired by WWII Enigmas, requiring careful operation to function. It encodes messages using a binary system and precise ring positions, with assembly and usage instructions provided.

Jeff Dean and Luiz Barroso's paper discusses the concept of hedging, a technique of sending identical requests to multiple locations and using the first one to return, as a method to counter high latency in systems. However, the paper also introduces erasure coding, a more flexible alternative that breaks data into parts and allows reconstruction from any subset of those parts, which can ...

The article argues that the RISC vs CISC debate is outdated and irrelevant, as modern CPU architecture and design, not the instruction set, are the key factors in performance. Both RISC and CISC CPUs use complex features like superscalar, out-of-order execution, and advanced caching to maximize performance, while maintaining compatibility is crucial for user convenience.

Warm weather and rising demand have sapped up the syrup supply, but producers say not to panic.

RebootX On-Prem is an open-source spec for managing on-premise runnables like VMs and databases via an app. It offers simple endpoints to control servers, with the flexibility to develop custom servers using preferred programming languages.

The article discusses the complexity of configuring Prometheus to monitor DNS queries and suggests an automated script for generating configurations and labels for various DNS queries across multiple servers. The author considers a more comprehensive system but deems the added complexity may not be worth it for problem detection.

NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft underwent rigorous testing to ensure its readiness for the extreme conditions of space and Jupiter's radiation. Set to launch in six months, it aims to explore Europa's subsurface ocean for signs of life.

The article describes the configuration for a static site generator, specifying directories and page types. It also outlines a blog post structure and how to list pages on an index page.

The author struggles with planning and visualizing programs prior to coding, finding that exploratory coding is necessary to understand problems. They criticize the rigidity of development environments and propose a more interactive, exploratory system based on Common Lisp for better workflow and collaboration.

Mosab Abu Toha, a Palestinian poet, was detained by Israeli forces using facial recognition technology after being identified as a wanted person. Israel's undisclosed surveillance program in Gaza catalogs Palestinians' faces without consent to track militants.

Schiphol Airport is currently testing the use of two autonomous electric buses from Ohmio, which follow a fixed route to transport employees between various airside locations. The trial aims to evaluate the benefits of autonomous transport, with initial findings indicating a positive experience and willingness from 89% of users to reuse the service, and forms part of the airport's ambition ...

During the Cold War, the CIA's "Acoustic Kitty" project aimed to use cats as surveillance tools against the Soviets but failed after a test cat was hit by a car. Despite the program's cancellation in 1967, similar concepts are still explored by DARPA using insects and mechanical drones.

The article reflects on the economic boom of the 1920s, drawing parallels to the post-pandemic spending surge and entrepreneurial risk-taking. Despite consumer complaints about inflation, spending and travel are up, and tech valuations signal an approaching AI revolution.

Earth's rotation is speeding up, possibly necessitating a "negative leap second" by 2029 to align atomic time with astronomical time. This unprecedented change, influenced by factors like ice melt and Earth's core dynamics, complicates global timekeeping and technology.

Google's new AI-generated search feature, SGE, is showing spammy links in top results, a problem previously seen in regular searches. Despite Google's spam filters, these issues persist in both test and opt-in SGE experiences.

Migratory birds are suspected of spreading HPAI to US cows, a first for the country, with minimal public risk and no impact on milk supply as pasteurization kills the virus. The virus, found in cow milk samples, is being monitored closely with affected milk being discarded.

New research suggests that the human brain may be gradually increasing in size over time, potentially reducing the risk of dementia in younger generations. The study, which analyzed brain images of over 3,000 Americans aged 55-65, found that those born in the 1970s have a 6.6% greater overall brain volume than those born in the 1930s, possibly due to improved brain development and health ...

The article discusses the dire state of the tech job market, comparing it unfavorably to the aftermath of the dot-com crash. It suggests that even with AI advancements, the developer job market may not recover due to layoffs and a shift in hiring practices influenced by large language models.

The gardening presenter fell foul of the secretive state's strict rules because of his choice of attire.

The article discusses the challenges small development teams face when managing tasks beyond the minimum viable product (MVP) level, such as continuous integration, deployments, and databases, without DevOps expertise. It also seeks to understand the tools and practices implemented to alleviate these issues, including resource deployment, architectural definition, and environment management.

Domino Fit is a puzzle game requiring players to match the sum of dots on dominoes with predefined row and column numbers without rotation or placing on black squares. The article details a constraint programming model to solve the game, using binary matrices to represent domino positions and ensure proper tiling.

The article chronicles the challenges and processes involved in constructing a fixed span over the Chesapeake Bay to replace ferries, detailing the engineering feats, labor experiences, and dangers faced. It highlights the project's reliance on tolls, not public funds, and the unpredictable nature of working with weather and ocean conditions.

The Event Horizon Telescope revealed organized magnetic fields around Sagittarius A*, similar to M87's, suggesting common traits among black holes. This polarized light view of our galaxy's center aids understanding of black hole dynamics.

The author uses EndeavourOS on a Dragon Canyon NUC for its easy-to-install Arch Linux environment and real-time updates for desktop environments and drivers, especially for NVIDIA issues. They chose KDE for its fractional scaling and have a detailed setup process, including BIOS settings, USB preparation, and system configuration.

The article advises registering or signing in with developer credentials when running a script or application. It also recommends using a unique and descriptive User-Agent or reverting to the default if issues arise.

The author expresses discomfort at profiting from AI projects due to the current "AI hype train," despite not making money and experiencing increased traffic. They also recount experiences with lowball job offers and unethical interview practices, reflecting on the ethical implications of AI entrepreneurship.

The article discusses enhancing character recognition in fonts by differentiating similar glyphs and adjusting letter heights, which aids in reading without backtracking.

Datacenter operators are adapting to increasing CPU and GPU heat with cooling solutions like RDHX and DTC, as Nvidia's new Blackwell GPUs push power and cooling limits. Despite efficiency gains in Blackwell GPUs, their high power demands necessitate advanced cooling, impacting datacenter configurations and efficiency.

Bloomberg provides fast and accurate business and financial information globally. Nobel laureate psychologist Daniel Kahneman, pioneer of behavioral economics, passed away at 90.

The insurance industry in the US, particularly in states like Florida and Oregon, has been significantly impacted by climate-related disasters, leading to increased premiums and companies withdrawing from certain markets. However, a proposed legislation in Connecticut, the hub of American insurance, aims to hold insurers accountable for their role in climate change by imposing a fee on any ...

Apple's 1980s Jonathan project, led by engineer Jonathan Fitch, aimed to create a modular, expandable computer with a "backbone" design for diverse user needs. Despite its innovative approach, the project was scrapped due to complexity, competition concerns, and doubts about its market viability.

Hang this Windows desktop inspired clock on the wall of your own cave. The desktop layout, windows and application graphics are sure to ignite your nostalgia for simpler times. Approximate size: 285x197mm. Requires 1 x AA battery (not included).

Economy The yen fell to a 34-year low against the U.S. dollar in Tokyo on Wednesday, briefly hitting 151.97 yen. The yen last depreciated to 151.94 against the dollar in October 2022, before Japanese authorities intervened in the foreign exchange market to prop up the sagging currency.

Oregon's SB 1596, signed into law, bans parts pairing in devices post-2025 and mandates manufacturers to provide repair components and tools. This law aligns with Minnesota's and California's, but uniquely prohibits misleading warnings on unofficial parts.

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The article outlines the legislative process in Australia, where a bill is reviewed, amended, and passed by both houses before assent. It also pays respect to the traditional custodians of the land.

MIT engineers have developed a method allowing robots to self-correct using large language models, improving task execution in household chores. This approach enables robots to logically parse tasks into subtasks and adjust to disruptions autonomously, without restarting the entire task.

The author, initially excited by the Apple Vision Pro, expresses profound disappointment with its performance and privacy implications, likening the device to an isolating and costly toy. The article also critiques Apple's ecosystem lock-in strategy and anticipates a future of digital isolation driven by such technologies.

Flatpaks are reproducible with metadata in the package, yet the tooling needs improvement for a better dev experience. The article suggests manifest improvements for clarity on dependencies and reproducibility.

Cars and their apps collect extensive personal data, which is often shared with third parties like insurance companies, sometimes without the driver's clear consent. Drivers may have some options to discover and opt out of data sharing, but the process is complex and varies by state and car manufacturer.

The article criticizes the DOJ's use of Apple's R&D versus share buyback spending as evidence of anti-competitive behavior, noting it's a poor indicator compared to other antitrust concerns. It contrasts Apple's focused R&D approach with Google's broader strategy, suggesting the former's spending doesn't reflect lack of competition.

With the government unpopular, and the opposition running out of time to find its feet, Austria’s inching closer to a tragic election result.

Fresno High School implements a 5 Star Students app to manage and limit students' bathroom breaks to two seven-minute intervals, aiming to increase safety and engagement. While some teachers find it effective, students and others raise concerns over emergencies, privacy, and the inflexibility of the system.

Since 2011, sales of adult nappies have outpaced those for infants in Japan as its population ages.

In 2023, Google and Mandiant reported a 50% increase in zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in-the-wild compared to 2022, with 97 observed instances, according to their collaborative annual review. The report highlights progress in combating these threats, with significant investments from platform vendors like Apple, Google, and Microsoft reducing the number and type of exploitable zero-days, ...

In 2019, Brazilian authorities launched 'Operation 404', an anti-piracy campaign, that successfully took down over a hundred piracy sites and services, with support from international law enforcement. Recently, the campaign scored a major victory, as a Brazilian court convicted the operator of a pirate IPTV service, Flash IPTV, marking the first criminal IPTV prosecution linked to 'Operation ...

The article compares work-life balance and tech industry conditions between Europe and the U.S., highlighting Europe's better public transport, fewer work hours, and more vacation time. It also discusses Europe's growing tech scene, regulatory frameworks, and easier visa processes compared to the U.S.

The article criticizes the inefficiency of GCC's code generation, highlighting that it often produces suboptimal code compared to hand-optimized code. It also points out that GCC's libgcc library has multiple bugs and does not include certain functions for integer rotation.

Elon Musk's attempts to combat spam on Twitter have been ongoing and challenging, with a particular type of spam, known as "PIB" spam, proving to be persistent and evolving into a meme. The article also details the deceptive practices of dating sites like Provocative Neighbors, which use spam for profit, often involving real people managing fake profiles.

Microsoft and Intel are defining an "AI PC" with requirements like a Copilot key, while OEMs like Asus have yet to meet these specs. Intel broadens its AI PC program to involve more developers and hardware vendors in optimizing AI capabilities.

Helicopter aerobatics at the Dubai Master RC 2024 defy physics, with pilots performing seemingly impossible maneuvers. The article expresses awe at the skill displayed, referencing a video and the pilot Tareq Alsaadi's technique.

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Christina's family used their physical media collection as a resource during a month-long post-hurricane blackout, trading films for essentials. Despite the decline of DVDs and Blu-rays, a dedicated base of film enthusiasts and collectors support the format, finding value in ownership and quality.

The 16-mile tunnel across central London will capture raw sewage that would have spilled into the river.