The author reflects on how having kids has changed his life, making it harder to balance work and family responsibilities. He believes that being a great father is just as important as building great things, redefining ambition for himself.
Anthropic is implementing a watermarking system on its Claude models to comply with the EU's Code of Practice on Transparency of AI-Generated Content, which requires marking AI-generated text. The system uses semantic watermarking techniques that subtly influence word choices at inference time.
The author has been testing Qwen 3.8 27B, a large language model from Alibaba's research lab, on various machines and found it to be highly capable but slow due to its dense architecture requiring significant memory bandwidth.
Claude's web interface and mobile apps use a system prompt to provide information, including the current date, at the start of conversations. The prompt is updated periodically to improve Claude's responses, but not for the Claude API.
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The author criticizes Dmitry Grinberg's article on RISC-V, arguing that his criticism of the architecture is biased and misses the point. The author claims that RISC-V's openness and low cost make it accessible to developers in developing countries, allowing them to create their own projects without relying on expensive tools or licenses.
OpenRouter raised $113 million in Series B funding at a $1.3 billion valuation, valuing it over 9 times its previous valuation. It's reportedly being acquired by Stripe for more than $7 billion after talks began last month.
Researchers studied persistent kidney disappointment using the UCI dataset, exploring its causes and outcomes. Kidney failure can lead to various health issues, including heart problems, bone diseases, and increased potassium levels.
Large language models are getting smarter per parameter, but this comes at the cost of factual knowledge, which is often outdated and prone to hallucination. By decoupling reasoning from knowledge, frontier models can provide high-quality answers without relying on stale facts.
Token brokers buy unused credits from startups and resell them, offering discounts to attract buyers. This market is growing rapidly, with tens of millions of credits being offered across various sites and forums.
The article discusses fast algorithms for calculating the day of the week from a given day count. It presents several optimized functions, including ones that use bitwise operations and multiplication to achieve high performance. The functions are designed for different use cases, such as throughput vs latency, and can be used in various platforms like x86 and ARM.
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Researchers trained language models on a filtered US elementary school curriculum to test learning of new skills. The results show that pretraining filter sets the effective capability ceiling, with no significant improvement in out-of-scope performance.
Reticulum is a cryptography-based networking stack for building decentralized, sovereign networks without control or censorship. It enables secure digital communication and end-to-end connectivity with self-sovereign addresses that can be moved freely within the network.
The concept of the weekend has evolved over 100 years, from its origins in Henry Ford's five-day workweek to modern debates about a four-day week. The weekend is now seen as a time for rest and leisure, but also for socializing and pursuing passions.
AI agents are increasingly interacting with each other in shared systems, leading to uncertainty about their behavior at scale. Agents can exhibit beneficial coordination but also fail to communicate effectively and may engage in sabotage or malicious behavior.
The Saint Lucie Nuclear Power Plant Unit 1 was manually shut down after 3 control rods dropped into the reactor core. The event, classified as a non-emergency by the NRC, had all systems responding normally post-trip.
Buf releases the Buf LSP server, providing modern IDE support for Protobuf development. The new implementation is faster and more flexible than protoc, enabling incremental compilation and better diagnostics.
Young adults' trust in tech industry leaders has plummeted, with most saying they don't trust any of the nine executives overseeing AI companies. A new survey found that only 35% of respondents trusted Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, while others like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk scored even lower.
A journalist, Carlitos Ricardo Parias, has spent over 300 days in ICE detention after being shot and detained by federal immigration agents. He was investigating an immigration raid when he was attacked and injured.
Scientists warn of potential catastrophic risks from "mirror life," hypothetical organisms with reversed molecular orientation, which could escape immune detection and cause fatal infections. The US should engage in transparent scientific collaboration to prevent its creation by anyone, anywhere.
MathCode is a terminal AI coding assistant that converts plain language math problems into Lean 4 theorems and attempts formal proofs. It features various tools for efficient proof-solving, including a persistent Lean REPL and theorem libraries.
The user built a Moire pattern light to guide ships through channels, following the patent's claims closely. The system is intuitive and effective but may not be the best solution for all situations due to its narrow path requirement.
The author, a hobbyist, has developed software for Casio Pocket Computer calculators and created a Bulletin Board Service (BBS) hosted on one of the devices. The BBS allows users to connect via telnet and log amateur radio contacts using the calculator's programming capabilities.
Some companies have shifted from relying heavily on LLMs to limiting their use due to budget constraints or lack of meaningful contribution to the bottom line. However, it's unclear if many companies have completely abandoned LLMs in favor of human authoring.
Researchers have developed a new method for recursive self-improving AI agents to continue improving themselves without hitting an evaluation ceiling. This approach allows the agent and evaluator to evolve together, creating a self-improving loop that can lead to more capable and efficient AI systems.
A neuroscientist studied how people navigate without GPS, finding that relying on technology can lead to a loss of spatial awareness and cognitive mapping skills. Many participants reported difficulty navigating when their GPS was disrupted, highlighting the importance of these skills in everyday life.
The author argues that students should learn to use AI tools like Claude Fable to review their code, rather than relying solely on human reviewers. This approach allows for faster development and reduces the risk of bugs being missed, while still maintaining the benefits of human judgment and creativity in coding.
Engineers are excited about software verification due to AI coding, making it faster and easier. Classic papers argue against formal verification, but recent developments invalidate their points.
The author developed a 32-bit operating system, C compiler, assembler, and text editor for the Am29000 processor between Christmas 1998 and his birthday in 1999. He also created a web browser that connected to the internet using his own TCP/IP protocol stack.
The free online version of Grab the Mic: get a word, buzz in, and sing a real song containing it – your friends vote. No app, no mic needed, 2–8 players.
Book Haven in Wellington's Newtown received bulk book orders from a Canadian buyer, but owner Anne-Marie Thorby suspected foul play. The buyer was actually an AI company buying books to train large language models, destroying some in the process.
A public pool exists where anyone can share messages, but it's currently unfunded and unavailable. Funding is needed to restore access to the pool for sharing public messages.
The Independent reports on critical US issues, including the nation's low oil stockpile and rising gas prices. Experts warn that repeated withdrawals from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve could permanently damage its underground caverns.
C++ is facing challenges in its evolution due to conflicting goals and differing opinions among developers, with some advocating for backwards compatibility and others pushing for modernization. The language's tooling and build process are also a point of contention, with big tech companies like Google adopting Rust as an alternative.
The US tipping culture has shifted from a reward for exceptional service to an expectation, creating a guilt trip for customers. Businesses now use digital payment screens to pressure customers into leaving higher tips instead of charging fair prices.
Flip through the personal homepages of programming language creators, ranked by their top PLDB language.
Historians examine how new technologies change power dynamics, as seen in the shift from chauffeurs to automobile owners and now computer users. Those who deny their ability to learn are left bossed about by others, while those who understand technology hold temporary power that can be lost over time.
Scientists on an expedition to a South African gold mine discovered dark oxygen, a rare and elusive molecule that's essential for life. They found it in ancient water trapped deep beneath the earth's surface, where sunlight can't reach.
A DIY Geiger counter was built using a large Chinese J306β tube, which is rated for 88 counts per minute at average background radiation. The counter has two ranges and can measure low-level radiation levels with high sensitivity.
The Trump family's crypto business, World Liberty Financial, has received conditional approval to operate like a bank from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. This move is seen as an example of President Trump's corruption by Democratic lawmakers.
Jitpass is a tool that encrypts sensitive data like .env files, AWS credentials, and shell exports to protect them from unauthorized access. It uses biometric authentication with Touch ID to unlock the encrypted vault for specific processes or tools.
Travelers are increasingly visiting grocery stores abroad to experience local culture and food, with 77% of travelers enjoying this activity. This trend reflects a desire for authentic, participatory experiences that allow travelers to feel part of the destination.
Sectorforth is a minimal Forth implementation based on 1996 Usenet thread primitives, allowing users to write words and compile them using the colon compiler. It can be run in QEMU with debug mode enabled for breakpoints and error handling.
Tai chi is a low-impact exercise that combines slow movements with deep breathing to promote balance, flexibility, and overall health. It can be adapted for anyone, regardless of fitness level or age, and has been shown to have numerous benefits in preventing and managing various health conditions.
The author argues that alternative languages to C, such as Zig and Rust, face significant challenges in gaining adoption due to their lack of killer features and compatibility with existing C code. To justify switching from C, a new language must offer substantial benefits that outweigh the costs of setting up a new toolchain.
The Claude API is experiencing unavailability with no updates on its status page, causing issues for users. The outage appears to be widespread, affecting multiple services and platforms used by many people.
Nvidia's stake in SpaceX is worth about $17.2 billion after the company's stock price declined from $170.86 to $140 since its IPO in June. Nvidia invested $5 billion in xAI, which led to a significant return on investment as its stake in SpaceX increased by billions of dollars.
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A double-double data type is proposed to provide more precision than a standard double, with ~31 digits, by gluing two doubles together and treating them as one number. This approach offers a balance between the cost of arbitrary-precision libraries and the limitations of standard floating-point types.
A software developer shared a story about running out of tokens for the day and being told to "make do" by his manager, highlighting the limitations of using AI tools in their work. The author argues that this approach can lead to inefficiencies and encourages employees to pick up more productive tasks instead.
A climbing guide app uses OpenStreetMap and Wikimedia Commons to provide a specialized interface for climbers, allowing them to edit routes, upload photos, and view statistics. The app's value comes from its editing ergonomics and features like photo-to-topo conversion, rather than locking essential information inside the service.
Researchers have found a way to use unencrypted WiFi signals to create radio-based images of people and recognize them within seconds, without cameras or devices. This technique can identify individuals with nearly 100% accuracy, even from different angles and while walking.
Waku is a fast, local agent CLI that integrates sessions, transcripts, and tool activity in one window. It provides control without cloud or telemetry, with features like instant launch and roll-back capabilities.
Autonomous AI agents can increase in capabilities faster than human willingness to accept liability for their actions. New institutions and industries will likely emerge to manage agentic risks, including insurance products and standards for AI-agent identity and control.
Anthropic's revenue surged 14-fold to over $11.5 billion in the second quarter, Bloomberg reported. The AI company is preparing for a potential IPO that could unlock billions of dollars in capital and fund its growing infrastructure costs.
Researchers at Eden GeoPower are testing a new method to produce hydrogen underground using electrical stimulation, which could provide almost unlimited energy for the future. The technology involves fracturing rock formations with high-voltage pulses to release trapped hydrogen gas.
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The author trains a reinforcement learning policy to fly a quadcopter using PPO and MuJoCo, first in a hover environment and then in an eight-gate loop track. The policy outputs collective thrust and body rates, which are then converted into individual motor commands by a low-level proportional controller.
The Grafana Agent Observability plugin for Hermes Agent records LLM calls and tool executions as generations. To install, follow instructions to update ~/.hermes/config.yaml and enable the plugin with a new key name.
The German automotive industry criticizes a federal government plan to give intelligence agencies access to vehicle data, calling for clearer rules. The industry warns that the current draft is too vague and could lead to medium-sized companies handling sensitive information.
The author proposes a way to make reproducible builds in Python packaging, which can help detect tampered code and compromised tools. This would involve recording source code and build tools used to create distributions.
A writer reminisces about office pranks in the 90s, where employees would send emails from each other's accounts as a form of humor. This practice taught valuable lessons about identity and impersonation that are now lacking in modern workplaces with strict security policies.
LLMs may not serve all users equally due to biases in linguistic features used by women. These biases result in shorter, less sophisticated responses across different models and document types.
For large enterprises, Adyen offers the cheapest payment processing with its interchange-plus model, while Stripe excels at developer tooling and embedded-finance stacks for software companies. Braintree differentiates itself on native PayPal and Venmo acceptance, but ultimately loses to Adyen's cost-effectiveness and platform unification for global retailers or omnichannel brands.
This page is outdated and recommends using a modern browser for the best experience. The playbook provides guidance on people management, team leadership philosophies, and balancing work responsibilities for 37signals employees.
Apple acquired Kuzu, a C++20 embedded graph database, in October 2025. The codebase's architectural decisions make it strategic for Apple Intelligence to reason about relationships across devices without a server.
MLA and MTP are both making a compute-for-bandwidth / compute-for-latency trade, with MLA having already spent most of decode's idle compute headroom. The crossover point between MLA and MHA algorithms is around S = 171, where the two paths have similar arithmetic intensity.
OpenRouter raised $113 million in Series B funding at a $1.3 billion valuation, valuing it over 9 times its previous valuation. It's reportedly being acquired by Stripe for more than $7 billion after talks began last month.
The Siemens PC-X is a rare computer from the early days of the PC/XT world, featuring SINIX UNIX and an 80186 processor. It has limited compatibility with MS-DOS software due to its non-standard design.
Create an A record with value 116.202.1.213 next to existing AAAA record, making the service free for IPv6 only sites due to non-upgraded providers paying for their traffic.
RAPx is a Rust analysis platform that provides an extensible framework for building and integrating powerful analysis capabilities. It offers various tools such as alias analysis, bug detection, code optimization opportunities, and contract-based verification for common std/core APIs.