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US Sanctions on ICC Expose Risks of Reliance on American IT Services

2025-05-19
US Sanctions on ICC Expose Risks of Reliance on American IT Services

US sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) have resulted in Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan's Microsoft account being blocked and his bank accounts frozen. This incident highlights the risks of over-reliance on US IT services. While Microsoft claims it will protect European user data, changes in US government policy could alter this at any time. European governments need to reassess their dependence on Microsoft services and explore more secure, sovereign alternatives, ensuring national security doesn't hinge on the promises within Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

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(www.techzine.eu)
Tech IT security

Where is London's Most Central Sheep?

2025-01-23

A blogger embarks on a quest to find the sheep closest to the center of London. The search leads him to Vauxhall City Farm, home to seven of the most centrally located sheep. He then discovers Spitalfields City Farm, which houses the eighth and ninth most central sheep. The article is a fun and engaging account of his visits, complete with anecdotes about the farm animals.

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(diamondgeezer.blogspot.com)
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ChatGPT Hallucinates Non-Existent Rails Syntax

2025-03-01

A programmer sought help from ChatGPT for dynamically preloading associations in Rails. ChatGPT confidently suggested invalid syntax – a syntax the programmer himself had proposed (and dismissed) two years prior on a Rails forum. This humorous incident highlights how even powerful LLMs can 'hallucinate' when dealing with niche topics and insufficient context, behaving much like a junior developer blindly copying and pasting code.

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(bengarcia.dev)
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Google Beam: $25,000 3D Video Conferencing System

2025-06-11
Google Beam: $25,000 3D Video Conferencing System

Following the Gemini hype at Google I/O, Google unveiled Google Beam, a $24,999 3D video conferencing system developed in partnership with HP. The system uses six high-speed cameras to capture a volumetric video of the speaker, displayed on a 65-inch light field screen. This creates a hyperrealistic 3D image without the need for headsets or glasses, offering 60fps and millimeter-scale precision. Google claims Beam improves meeting efficiency and recall by enhancing non-verbal cues, and future integrations with Meet's live translation are planned. Despite the steep price, the technology is undeniably impressive.

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(arstechnica.com)
Tech 3D video conferencing high-tech

Tech Entrepreneur's £4 Million Island Fortress: From YouTube Video to Luxury Retreat

2025-08-09
Tech Entrepreneur's £4 Million Island Fortress: From YouTube Video to Luxury Retreat

British tech entrepreneur Mike Conner bought a 19th-century island fortress off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales, in 2017 for £500,000 after seeing a YouTube video. Four years and over £2 million later, the waterlogged, windowless ruin is now a luxury retreat sleeping 20, boasting a helipad, rooftop bar, games room, and sea-view office. The extensive renovation included a £300,000 investment in renewable energy, making the fortress completely self-sufficient. Now, this meticulously restored marvel is on the market for over £3 million, awaiting its next owner seeking secluded luxury.

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(www.cnn.com)
Misc Island Fortress Property Renovation Sustainable Living

TypeScript 5.8 Bids Farewell to Enums: A Dignified Exit

2025-03-02
TypeScript 5.8 Bids Farewell to Enums: A Dignified Exit

TypeScript 5.8 introduces the `--erasableSyntaxOnly` flag, effectively ending the era of enums and namespaces. While literal unions offer superior ergonomics, the author expresses nostalgia for enums. The article highlights a key advantage of enums: superior documentation support for members, including deprecation notices, crucial in large codebases, a feature lacking in literal unions. The author urges the TypeScript team to improve documentation support for literal unions in future releases.

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(blog.disintegrator.dev)
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Visual Look Up on Apple Silicon Macs: A Power and Energy Analysis

2025-09-06
Visual Look Up on Apple Silicon Macs: A Power and Energy Analysis

This study analyzes the power and energy consumption of a single Visual Look Up (VLU) on Apple silicon Macs using Powermetrics and LogUI. Results show that the CPU performs the vast majority of the work (93%), with the GPU and Neural Engine (ANE) contributing only 4.6% and 2.2% respectively. While the ANE contributes to performance improvements during model execution, its overall energy consumption is low. The conclusion is that VLU, despite its impressive functionality, is not particularly demanding on the hardware.

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(eclecticlight.co)
Hardware Visual Look Up Power Efficiency

X-Forwarded-For Header: Trust Issues and Security Strategies

2025-07-26
X-Forwarded-For Header: Trust Issues and Security Strategies

The X-Forwarded-For (XFF) HTTP header is crucial for tracking the origin IP address of client requests, especially when traversing multiple intermediaries like proxies and load balancers. However, XFF is not foolproof; malicious actors can forge it. This article delves into XFF's mechanics, uses (user authentication, load balancing, data localization, etc.), security risks (spoofing, invalid IP addresses, injection attacks, etc.), and how to use XFF safely. It covers identifying the true client IP using trusted proxy lists or counts, and recommends the more secure Forwarded header as an alternative.

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(httptoolkit.com)
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Building a Wind Model from Cheap ADS-B Data

2025-08-02
Building a Wind Model from Cheap ADS-B Data

Using a sub-$100 RTL-SDR dongle and antenna, the author received ADS-B messages from aircraft and built a simplified meteorological model. By analyzing the difference between aircraft heading, airspeed, and ground speed, the model infers wind speed and generates visualizations using data from numerous aircraft. While the accuracy is slightly lower than professional meteorological models, the model successfully simulated high-speed air currents over the Mediterranean, showcasing the innovative potential of using publicly available data.

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(obrhubr.org)
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Hyper: A Standards-First React Alternative (Developer Preview)

2025-05-09
Hyper: A Standards-First React Alternative (Developer Preview)

Hyper is a standards-first markup language for building UIs, offering a clean syntax for creating complex interfaces. Unlike React's monolithic architecture, Hyper prioritizes separating logic, structure, and styling, returning to HTML, CSS, and JavaScript standards. This results in simpler, more scalable, and maintainable UIs. The article compares Hyper and React in building simple and complex components, highlighting Hyper's decoupled design system. Future plans include full-stack applications and generative UIs, challenging React's dominance by focusing on simplicity and web standards.

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(nuejs.org)
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Meta and OpenAI Accused of Using Pirated Database to Train AI Models

2025-03-22
Meta and OpenAI Accused of Using Pirated Database to Train AI Models

Meta and OpenAI are embroiled in a copyright controversy after it was revealed they used the pirated book database Library Genesis (LibGen) to train their AI models. To expedite the training of its Llama 3 model, Meta bypassed expensive licensing processes and directly downloaded millions of books and papers from LibGen. This action led to a lawsuit from authors, with court documents revealing Meta employees acknowledged the legal risks and attempted to cover their tracks. OpenAI also admitted to past use of LibGen, but claims its latest models no longer rely on this dataset. The incident highlights the ethical and legal challenges surrounding the sourcing of training data for AI models and the protection of intellectual property.

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(www.theatlantic.com)
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J.G.A. Pocock's 'The Machiavellian Moment': A History of Political Contention

2024-12-27
J.G.A. Pocock's 'The Machiavellian Moment': A History of Political Contention

This article explores the impact of J.G.A. Pocock's influential work, 'The Machiavellian Moment,' on historiography and political thought. Pocock challenged the purely liberal interpretation of the American founding myth, arguing for the enduring presence of classical republicanism, sparking intense debate. This controversy extended beyond differing historical interpretations, touching upon the core of American national identity. Pocock's central argument posits the inherent political nature of historical narratives and the crucial role of historians in shaping political identities, highlighting the inevitable political contestation surrounding historical interpretations.

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(aeon.co)
Misc Political Thought American Founding

Brake Dust: A Bigger Threat Than Exhaust?

2025-02-15

New research reveals that tiny particles from brake pads may be more harmful to human health than car exhaust. Researchers found that newer brake pads, containing high levels of copper, caused greater lung cell damage than older asbestos-containing pads. While copper exacerbates asthma, the study also demonstrated that a chemical treatment can mitigate the harm. California and Washington have limited copper in brake pads, but overall brake dust pollution remains largely unregulated. The authors call for targeted legislation to protect public health, noting that electric vehicles' regenerative braking could significantly reduce the problem.

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(e360.yale.edu)
Tech brake dust environmental health

LLM Debugger: AI-Powered Debugging in VS Code

2025-02-15
LLM Debugger: AI-Powered Debugging in VS Code

LLM Debugger is a VS Code extension that uses large language models (LLMs) for active debugging. Unlike traditional LLM debugging approaches that only analyze static source code, LLM Debugger provides real-time runtime context, including variable values, function behavior, and branch decisions, enabling the LLM to diagnose bugs faster and more accurately. The extension also generates synthetic data by capturing execution details, offering unique insights into program behavior. It features live debugging information, automated breakpoint management, runtime inspection, and common debugging operations, all accessible through a sidebar panel. While an experimental research project, LLM Debugger demonstrates the potential of combining live debugging data with LLM capabilities to revolutionize traditional debugging practices.

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(github.com)
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The Golden Age of Antibiotics and How to Reignite It

2024-12-25
The Golden Age of Antibiotics and How to Reignite It

This article explores the "Golden Age of Antibiotics" (early 1940s-mid 1960s), a period of rapid antibiotic discovery. It explains the decline in antibiotic development since the 1970s due to pharmaceutical companies shifting focus to more profitable areas and the rise of antibiotic resistance. The article proposes strategies to revive antibiotic discovery, such as genome mining, exploring novel bacteria, and combination therapies. It highlights the crucial role of government and organizational funding and innovative collaborative models to incentivize the development of new antibiotics, crucial in the fight against drug-resistant infections.

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(ourworldindata.org)
Tech antibiotics antibiotic resistance drug discovery

Apple's New MacBook Air: M4 Chip, Sky Blue, and a Lower Price

2025-03-05
Apple's New MacBook Air: M4 Chip, Sky Blue, and a Lower Price

Apple unveiled its new MacBook Air, featuring the powerful M4 chip, delivering a significant performance boost and up to 18 hours of battery life. The new model boasts a stunning sky blue color, a 12MP Center Stage camera, and support for up to two external displays. Starting at just $999 (with education pricing at $899), it offers exceptional value. The M4 chip enhances efficiency for everyday tasks and professional workloads, while macOS Sequoia's Apple Intelligence features further improve user experience.

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(www.apple.com)
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OpenSecret Ditches Neon for PlanetScale: A Database Migration Story

2025-08-12
OpenSecret Ditches Neon for PlanetScale: A Database Migration Story

OpenSecret, building a confidential computing platform powered by AWS Nitro Enclaves, migrated from Neon to PlanetScale after experiencing multiple outages. Neon's 'serverless' databases suffered hours of downtime during a critical week, severely impacting their core application, Maple AI. PlanetScale won OpenSecret over with its superior reliability, predictable pricing, and powerful observability tools (including p99 latency and query-level insights). The migration was smooth and zero-downtime, resulting in significant performance improvements and cost reductions. PlanetScale's expert support and laser focus on database excellence freed OpenSecret to concentrate on its core mission: building the best confidential computing platform possible.

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(blog.opensecret.cloud)
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Heat Pump Sales Surge: A Closer Look at the Reality

2025-02-09
Heat Pump Sales Surge: A Closer Look at the Reality

While heat pump shipments have surpassed gas furnaces, data reveals this hasn't significantly altered US home heating practices. Many installations are in new constructions or non-furnace systems, not replacements for existing gas furnaces. Analyzing AHRI shipment data and EIA's Residential Energy Consumption Survey, the author argues that heat pump retrofits in existing homes remain minimal, and large-scale transformation is far from achieved. Positive headlines may mask slow progress; sustained effort and policy support are crucial.

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(www.heatpumped.org)
Tech energy transition

Game-Changing 90°C Hydrogen Battery Developed in Japan

2025-09-20
Game-Changing 90°C Hydrogen Battery Developed in Japan

Researchers in Japan have developed a hydrogen battery operating at a groundbreaking 90°C, overcoming previous limitations of high temperatures and low capacity. The battery utilizes a solid electrolyte to move hydride ions, enabling efficient charging and discharging of the magnesium hydride anode. Achieving near-theoretical hydrogen storage capacity (7.6 wt.%), this innovation promises a practical solution for hydrogen storage, paving the way for hydrogen vehicles and clean energy systems.

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(www.isct.ac.jp)
Tech hydrogen battery hydrogen storage

Japanese Police Bust Massive 'Fast Film' Website, 5 Arrested

2025-05-28
Japanese Police Bust Massive 'Fast Film' Website, 5 Arrested

Miyagi Prefectural Police in Japan recently dismantled an illegal website that replicated and published movie plots, arresting five individuals involved, including a company executive, employees, and writers. The website, without authorization, transcribed the full plots, dialogue, scenes, and other content from multiple popular films, including Godzilla Minus One and Shin Kamen Rider, along with related images, to generate advertising revenue. Police investigations revealed the site contained detailed information from over 8000 films, representing a serious copyright infringement. The case highlights the need to combat 'fast film' websites and encourages increased public awareness of copyright issues.

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(coda-cj.jp)
Tech fast film movie piracy

The Poop Problem: How Hikers Are Impacting Our National Parks

2025-09-01
The Poop Problem: How Hikers Are Impacting Our National Parks

Millions of hikers annually leave behind human waste in natural areas, posing a significant public health and environmental risk. Research shows that despite available facilities, many hikers defecate in the backcountry due to lack of awareness, unclear regulations, or perceived insignificance. Promoting Leave No Trace principles, researchers advocate for using wag bags or properly digging cat holes, emphasizing the necessity of packing out waste in sensitive environments to protect fragile ecosystems.

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(theconversation.com)
Misc Leave No Trace hiking waste disposal

C2PA Content Credentials Validators Arrive: A Step Towards Combating Disinformation

2025-06-19
C2PA Content Credentials Validators Arrive: A Step Towards Combating Disinformation

The Content Authenticity Initiative's C2PA technology is making strides. New Chrome extensions now validate image provenance, verifying signatures from trusted issuers like Adobe and tracing back to creators via LinkedIn, Clear, etc. This is crucial for combating disinformation, especially on social media. However, challenges remain: broader browser support, decentralized identity verification, and integration with social media platforms are needed for widespread effectiveness.

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(www.tbray.org)
Tech Content Credentials

TSMC's Arizona Plant Starts Producing Advanced Chips

2024-12-28
TSMC's Arizona Plant Starts Producing Advanced Chips

TSMC's advanced chip manufacturing facility in Arizona is set to begin mass production in 2025, marking a significant return of advanced chipmaking to the US. The plant, utilizing 4-nanometer technology, boasts higher yields than its Taiwanese counterparts. This development serves as a crucial test of the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act's effectiveness in stabilizing the semiconductor supply chain. While government funding plays a role, geopolitical concerns and customer demand have also driven TSMC's decision to diversify its manufacturing base and mitigate risks associated with relying solely on Taiwan. However, challenges such as cultural clashes and workforce shortages remain.

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(spectrum.ieee.org)
Tech USA

Samsung Locks Down Bootloaders in One UI 8, Stifling Customization

2025-07-29
Samsung Locks Down Bootloaders in One UI 8, Stifling Customization

The Android modding community is up in arms after discovering Samsung's One UI 8 update removes the bootloader unlock option on many devices. Previously available outside the US, this feature allowed users to install custom ROMs and kernels. Evidence shows this option is gone in One UI 8 beta builds for the Galaxy S25 and stable builds for the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, affecting global users. While Samsung now offers seven years of OS updates, this move prevents users from extending device life or enhancing performance through custom ROMs, a significant blow to those who appreciate deep Android customization.

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(www.sammobile.com)
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JWST and ALMA Detect Earliest Stages of Planet Formation Around Sun-like Star

2025-07-18
JWST and ALMA Detect Earliest Stages of Planet Formation Around Sun-like Star

Astronomers using the JWST and ALMA telescopes have discovered evidence of the earliest stages of planet formation around a Sun-like star, HOPS-315, located 1300 light-years away. They detected concentrations of hot minerals, the building blocks of planetesimals – the seeds from which planets grow. This discovery offers invaluable data for studying the initial stages of planet formation and may hold clues to how our own Solar System formed. The HOPS-315 system's similarity to our early Solar System allows for unprecedented insights into its origin and evolution.

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(www.sciencealert.com)
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The Coming AI Revolution in Software Engineering

2025-02-15

Large language models (LLMs) are rapidly improving their ability to write code, leading to the exploration of pure-AI software engineers. In the short term, software engineers should learn AI, improve their status, and leverage AI tools. Mid-term, expertise in maintaining and improving large legacy codebases will become increasingly valuable, as LLMs still struggle with complex, hard-to-verify projects involving massive amounts of code. Long-term, the core competency of software engineers will shift towards accountability and trustworthiness—qualities LLMs find difficult to replicate. Ultimately, those engineers who can oversee AI systems and ensure the reliability of their outputs will be the last to go.

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(www.seangoedecke.com)
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Efficient Backpropagation: Simplifying Linear Transformation Derivatives with Einsum

2025-09-14

This post presents a clever backpropagation trick that simplifies the derivation of any einsum expression through a simple letter swap. Einsum is a concise way to express linear transformations such as matrix multiplication, dot products, Hadamard products, and more. The article uses matrix multiplication as an example, showing how to perform forward and backward propagation using einsum and verifying the results with JAX. This method avoids complex derivations, significantly simplifying backpropagation calculations in deep learning.

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(tripplyons.com)
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Generic Containers in C: A Safe and Efficient vec Implementation

2025-07-26

This article details the implementation of a type- and bounds-safe generic container, `vec`, in C. `vec` is essentially a resizable array, dynamically growing using `realloc`. The author explains the implementation, including the `vec_push` function and error handling for memory allocation. Two improved interfaces, `vec_push_cap` and `vec_push_auto`, are explored for performance optimization. Bounds safety is discussed, along with interoperability with traditional C arrays via the `vec2array` macro.

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(uecker.codeberg.page)
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Create a Custom PHPStan Rule in 10 Minutes: Make Code Analysis Fun

2025-03-28
Create a Custom PHPStan Rule in 10 Minutes: Make Code Analysis Fun

This article demonstrates how to quickly create custom PHPStan rules to improve code quality. The author uses a simple example to show how to write a rule in 10 minutes to check for missing type declarations on the `userId` parameter. The approach emphasizes practicality and fun, suggesting that even imperfect rules can provide value. Readers are encouraged to create personalized rules based on their needs, ultimately enhancing code maintainability and safety.

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(tomasvotruba.com)
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