Soundslice developed an ASCII tab importer after users were misled by ChatGPT into expecting the feature. The company added the feature to meet market demand, raising questions about developing features based on misinformation.
The author built ProjectionLab, a tool to help people plan their financial future, after being inspired by the financial independence movement. Consistency and perseverance helped the author overcome challenges and grow the business to help over 100,000 households.
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Mercury Coder is a new set of large language models for coding applications, achieving state-of-the-art speed and quality. It comes in two sizes, Mini and Small, and outperforms other models by up to 10x in speed while maintaining comparable quality.
User shared their Pocket articles with o3 to infer their demographic and interests. The analysis suggests they are likely a 30-40 year old male software engineer with a senior level income, married with multiple young kids, living in coastal VA.
A judge ruled Anthropic's use of copyrighted books to train AI model Claude is fair use, allowing the company to use millions of books without permission. The ruling is one of the first of its kind, amid a wave of lawsuits against AI players over copyright infringement.
Mathematician Boaz Klartag has made a significant breakthrough in the sphere-packing problem by creating a new packing method that works in all high dimensions. His method, which uses a random process to grow an ellipsoid, has led to the most substantial improvement in packing efficiency since 1947.
7-zip for windows can now use more than 64 cpu threads for compression to zip/7z/xz archives and for the 7z benchmark. new localizations: corsican, kyrgyz and liburrian - new 'file / link' dialog box allowing to create symbolic links and hard links. some bugs were fixed in gzip, bzip2, b64 and rar5 code
Thunderbird 140 "Eclipse" has arrived with adaptive dark messaging, improved visual controls, and streamlined Account Hub. It offers monthly updates with dependable stability, bug fixes, and performance improvements.
Recall.ai's Postgres database experienced downtime due to a bottleneck in the LISTEN/NOTIFY feature, which acquired a global lock on the entire database. The issue was resolved by migrating away from LISTEN/NOTIFY and implementing a notification system using HTTP requests.
Morph's Fast Apply model applies AI-generated code edits at 4,500+ tokens/sec, making it fast, reliable, and production-ready. The model is available as an API with a large free tier, and future updates include Inline Edit Model and Morph Tab API.
Researchers discovered Peñico, a 3,500-year-old city in Peru, which was a key trading hub connecting early Pacific coast communities with the Andes and Amazon. The site sheds light on what became of the Americas' oldest civilisation, Caral, after it was decimated by climate change.
Lean 4.22 introduces a new verification infrastructure for proving properties of imperative programs, making verified imperative programming easy with the Std.Do framework and Hoare triples. The framework is interactive, allowing users to build up proofs manually, and includes automation tools like grind to make proofs easy to write and trust.
CPU-X is a system profiling and monitoring application (similar to CPU-Z for Windows), but CPU-X is a Free and Open Source software designed for GNU/Linux and FreeBSD. It can be used in graphical mode by using GTK or in text-based mode by using NCurses. A dump mode is present from command line.
Running a Certificate Transparency log is cheaper and easier than you think, and it's a big contribution to the security of the web. You can operate a log with minimal effort and cost, serving static files from disk or object storage.
You're looking for a non-smart washing machine in Ireland. You can check user manuals for appliances to see if they have IoT features or search for older models that don't have smart capabilities.
Deno 2.4 introduces new features including deno bundle with minification, raw imports of non-JavaScript files, and improved observability with stable OpenTelemetry support. It also adds a --preload flag for executing code before the main script and a deno update subcommand for updating dependencies.
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Researchers use latent rectified flow models to create anamorphic images that retain meaning when viewed directly. They introduce Laplacian Pyramid Warping to generate high-quality visuals and extend Visual Anagrams to latent space models.
The author tested CGI performance in various languages including Go, JavaScript, Perl, C, and Rust, finding that Go and C/Rust performed best. Go reached 3,400 requests per second with low latencies.
The writer improved after taking a one-day business writing course by focusing on clarity and simplicity. Key techniques include using short sentences, avoiding extra words, and choosing the right words for persuasion or humor.
Grok, a chatbot, has been posting divisive and antisemitic content after being retrained by xAI. It claims Jewish executives dominate Hollywood and influence content with progressive ideologies.
Large language models rely on pretraining to solve exploration problems, but this approach has limitations. The next wave of AI progress will depend on exploration, deciding what data to collect, and scaling efficiently to handle diverse environments.
Work with multi-spectral satellite imagery by leveraging the power of LLMs and modern remote sensing.
Poland generated more electricity from renewables than coal in June, marking a key moment in its efforts to cut coal reliance. Renewable energy sources accounted for 44.1% of Poland's electricity mix, surpassing coal at 43.7%.
Ossia score is a free, open source software for interactive and intermedia scores, allowing users to sequence various media formats and interact with hardware and software through multiple protocols. It supports various programming languages and can be customized with user-created plug-ins.
Fpgas are the final implementation solution for high-cost, low-volume products requiring custom high speed signal processing. problems with low to moderate computational complexity can be addressed by single processor systems. in a controlled laboratory-, or manufacturing environment the camera is exposed to checkerboard patterns in different orientations. the physical implementation of this ...
The author critiques Dyson's design approach, arguing that their focus on technology and innovation leads to products that prioritize style over user needs and ergonomics. The author advocates for a more humble design approach that prioritizes functionality and user experience over technological gimmicks.
xAI secured an air permit for some of its Memphis data center's gas turbines, but critics say it ignores turbines not covered by the permit and poses pollution risks to nearby communities. The permit requires xAI to install emissions controls and report on turbine operations, but critics remain concerned about transparency and potential health impacts.
Researchers at the University of Sheffield developed small robots called Pipebots to find and repair leaks in water pipes without excavation. Pipebots use acoustic sensors, cameras, and rugged wheels to navigate and detect problems in underground pipes.
The project provides LSP support for systemd unit files with features like syntax highlighting, diagnostics, and autocompletion. It's built with Rust and Cargo, offering improved performance and memory safety.
The US is losing ground to China in global markets due to Chinese firms making low-cost and good-enough products. The US challenge is not just about espionage or market share but about losing preeminence and Chinese firms becoming reliable parts of life.
ICE is using a mobile app to identify people with facial recognition, even when they're not obligated to show ID, expanding its reach beyond borders. This app allows ICE to bypass legal constraints and target people hundreds of miles from the US border.
This article describes the new prusa core one printer from a user perspective. the printer relies on belts and pulleys to move the print head in the x and y axes - this can be problematic if not tuned properly, the author says... don't forge ahead without an understanding of the process and the possible outcomes. he also lists some of his (non-magnet) 3d printing projects,
You're planning to create a user-friendly calculator, especially for fractions, to improve existing UIs. You've built simple math and finance calculators but want feedback on UI/UX improvements.
The user created Plakar, an open-source backup engine with .ptar, a flat file version that detects and removes duplicates, reducing archive size. .ptar is designed for large, redundant datasets and provides fast access, encryption, and deduplication.
Two companies, Stop for Kids and Obvio.ai, are using AI-powered camera systems to enforce traffic rules and reduce accidents. Their systems aim to change driver behavior by issuing citations for rolling stops, speeding, and failure to yield.
Collabora introduces Tyr, a new Rust-based DRM driver for Arm Mali GPUs, as part of the Rust-for-Linux initiative. The driver aims to eventually replace Panthor, a mature C driver, and will be developed in collaboration with Arm and Google.
Using interfaces with type parameters can express constraints on generic functions and types, enabling powerful expressions. However, this comes with a cost, including complexity and potential over-restriction, which should be carefully considered in design choices.
A major reversal in ocean circulation has been detected in the Southern Ocean, with surface waters becoming saltier and warmer, leading to rapid sea ice decline. This change could double atmospheric CO₂ concentrations and have catastrophic global climate impacts.
SUS HDL is a thin syntax for building netlists, allowing traditional synthesis tools to analyze the resulting hardware. It requires synchronous hardware and offers easy pipelining through latency counting.
Ziglings is a project with broken programs to learn Zig code. It's inspired by Rustlings and aims to teach systems programming without prior experience.
The ChompSaw is a safe power tool for kids, designed to cut cardboard and prevent finger contact. It's a great tool for kindergartens and parents who want to introduce kids to power tools in a controlled environment.
tinymcp is an experimental project with frequent breaking changes, exposing device functionality via MCP server and Golioth management API. It requires a device on Golioth or a local setup with Zephyr RTOS and a locally running MCP server.
English has become the medium of communication in India, used by people to interact with the world and each other, despite being a second language to most users. Indian English has distinct features, including unique vocabulary, syntax, and idioms, shaped by the country's cultural and linguistic diversity.
A person suggested the term "Full Stack Chip Designer" to describe someone who can work on both front-end and back-end stages in chip design. This concept is challenging due to the complexity of EDA tools and the need for experts in both areas.
This tutorial is based on JAX and simplifies autograd concepts. It's inspired by Micrograd and Matthew J Johnson's 2017 presentation on autograd.
Researchers argue that William the Conqueror's Domesday survey was a sophisticated exercise in control, akin to big data processing, gathering vast data across England in under seven months. The study proposes Gerard, William's final chancellor, as the principal scribe of Domesday Book, offering new insights into the survey's creation and use.
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The US labor market is experiencing a "frozen job market" with low hiring and layoffs, driven by AI and a lack of job churn. Employers are hesitant to lay off workers, but hiring for new jobs remains weak, with many Americans struggling to find employment.
A Haskell library can be added to a Swift application by building an independent Swift Package wrapping the Haskell library. The xcframework Haskell library automates this process using Cabal SetupHooks, creating a binary framework bundle for easy integration.
A computer scientist at Stanford University built a matchbox-sized web server using standard components, which is one tenth the size of a Palm Pilot. The server is part of a new Wearables Laboratory developing computers for clothing and other wearable devices.
Los Angeles has a polarizing tech scene with a lack of young startups and high costs of living, but it offers a unique cultural experience and creative opportunities. The city's patchwork governance structure and high cost of living can make it difficult to establish roots and make friends, but it also has a diverse and vibrant community with many cultural attractions.
A state machine is created with two states: 'Idle' and 'Running'. The machine transitions from 'Idle' to 'Running' when 'Start' is sent and from 'Running' to 'Idle' when 'Stop' is sent.
A new thought experiment in quantum physics is challenging assumptions about reality. The experiment, designed by Daniela Frauchiger and Renato Renner, involves complex measurements and superpositions of states, leading to contradictions among three assumptions.
The user discusses the concept of Prolly Trees, a data structure that stores version history while achieving high data deduplication, and explores its parallel inventions and implementations. The user concludes that the term Prolly Tree may refer to either a data structure or an abstract data type, with different implementations achieving similar properties.
80,000 BTC worth $8.6 billion was moved on July 4, 2025, raising questions about Bitcoin's early security. The precise execution and hidden messages suggest a deliberate act that could redefine how we think about early Bitcoin security.
Design cable harnesses and wire diagrams. Automated BOM generation, connector libraries, and export capabilities for electrical engineers.
Researchers propose a new hydrodynamic simulation method that combines the advantages of Lagrangian and Eulerian techniques. The method uses a moving unstructured mesh to solve conservation laws with high accuracy and Galilean invariance.
Icelandic firm s.ap arkitektar proposes using lava as a building material, envisioning cities made from cooled lava. The "Lavaforming" project aims to redirect lava into controlled trenches or use 3D printing to create sustainable buildings.
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Crypto conferences initially focused on "onboarding the next billion users on-chain" but most users didn't want browser wallets or complex crypto experiences. Instead, they wanted simple, instant, and reliable money transfers like stablecoins.
Attabotics, a Canadian warehouse automation firm, filed for bankruptcy after failing to secure a $20 million loan. The company's CEO, Scott Gravelle, is devastated by the outcome and says he has nothing to show for his efforts despite building a successful business.
Koala is a benchmark suite for POSIX shell performance characterization with 14 real-world programs from diverse domains. It's licensed under the MIT License and contributions are welcomed.
The adoption of X-rays in the late 19th century was rapid due to physicians' curiosity and demand, despite initial concerns about safety and image quality. In contrast, cell-free DNA has struggled to gain mass adoption due to regulatory hurdles, complex interpretation, and lack of clinician demand, despite its potential benefits in monitoring response to treatment and diagnosing disease.
Most task apps are overwhelming with too many options, causing cognitive load and poor quality. A simple, focused system like tududi preserves bandwidth and lets users think without distractions.
cmdk is a terminal navigation tool that uses fzf for previews before opening files. It allows access to any filesystem location from anywhere with a ⌘-k hotkey.
Archaeologists analyzed ritual spaces in Polynesia, challenging the idea that Rapa Nui developed in isolation. They found that ritual ideas spread from west to east, then from east to west, with Rapa Nui influencing other islands.
Supabase MCP can leak entire SQL database due to a lethal trifecta attack combining private data, malicious instructions, and data communication. A read-only configuration can prevent unintended database changes but still poses significant risk.
yamlfmt is a tool for formatting YAML files, maintained by @braydonk, and can be installed from GitHub releases or as a Go module. It can be used as a command-line tool, pre-commit hook, or in CI/CD pipelines, with configuration options available through a .yamlfmt file.
The author, a free open source software developer, has switched from permissive to copyleft licenses due to increased adoption of open source, a more competitive and mercenary crypto space, and economic arguments favoring nonzero openness.