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Brembo's Greentell Brakes: 90% Less Brake Dust

2025-05-22
Brembo's Greentell Brakes: 90% Less Brake Dust

As electric vehicles reduce exhaust emissions, focus shifts to other pollution sources like tires and brakes. Europe's upcoming Euro 7 standard addresses this with stricter particulate emission limits. Brembo's new Greentell brake system aims to solve this, boasting a 90% reduction in brake dust while improving durability. Developed over a decade, this mass-market solution balances environmental responsibility with performance, offering a significant step towards cleaner transportation.

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(arstechnica.com)
Tech Brakes

Rebuilding Social Media: A New Hope for a Broken System

2025-05-22

The author argues that current social media platforms prioritize daily active users, engagement, user-generated content, and monetization, neglecting their core function: facilitating social interaction. The platforms' incentive structures lead to issues like fake accounts, low-quality content, and data privacy breaches. This article will delve into these problems and, in subsequent articles, propose potential solutions for building a new social media app in 2025, aiming to create a truly user-serving social space.

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(www.scottgoci.com)
Misc platform improvement

Microsoft Discontinues iMac Rival Surface Studio 2+

2024-12-13
Microsoft Discontinues iMac Rival Surface Studio 2+

Microsoft has discontinued its Surface Studio 2+, ending its only direct competitor to Apple's iMac. The high-end all-in-one PC, aimed at creative professionals, featured a unique tilting touchscreen display. However, its high price and lagging specs hampered its success. This leaves a gap in the Windows ecosystem for premium all-in-one devices and cements Apple's dominance in this market segment.

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(www.macrumors.com)
Hardware All-in-one PC

Cogency: 3-Line AI Agents That Just Work

2025-07-15
Cogency: 3-Line AI Agents That Just Work

Cogency is a multi-step reasoning framework that simplifies AI agent creation. It auto-detects providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google, intelligently routes tools, and streams transparent reasoning. With just three lines of code, you can build a functional agent. Cogency boasts built-in tools such as a calculator, weather checker, timezone tool, and web search, along with detailed execution traces for debugging. Extendable with custom tools and LLMs.

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(github.com)
AI multi-step reasoning

Beach Boys Co-Founder Brian Wilson Dies at 82

2025-06-11
Beach Boys Co-Founder Brian Wilson Dies at 82

Brian Wilson, co-founder and primary songwriter of the Beach Boys, has passed away at age 82. His family announced the news, sharing their heartbreak at the loss of the beloved musical auteur who pioneered the use of the studio as an instrument, influencing generations of musicians. Diagnosed earlier this year with a neurocognitive disorder similar to dementia, Wilson's legacy extends far beyond his iconic surf rock hits. From the band's humble beginnings in California to the groundbreaking experimental pop of *Pet Sounds*, Wilson's journey was marked by both creative genius and personal struggles, including a complex relationship with psychologist Eugene Landy and battles with addiction. Despite these challenges, his impact on music remains undeniable, leaving behind a body of work that continues to inspire and influence.

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(pitchfork.com)
Music Beach Boys

Carolina Eyck: Redefining the Theremin

2025-05-06
Carolina Eyck: Redefining the Theremin

Carolina Eyck, a classically trained musician from East Germany, has become a leading theremin virtuoso, revolutionizing the way this enigmatic instrument is played. Her innovative techniques, documented in her seminal work 'The Art of Playing the Theremin', and collaborations with renowned orchestras, are breathing new life into this unique electronic instrument, blurring the lines between classical and electronic music.

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(www.smh.com.au)
Misc Theremin Electronic Music Classical Music

Heroes of Might and Magic III and Might and Magic VII: New World Computing's Peak

2025-07-19

This article recounts the development of Heroes of Might and Magic III and Might and Magic VII by New World Computing in 1999. Founder Jon Van Caneghem's waning passion for games, replaced by a love of racing, presented challenges. However, Heroes III, helmed by David Mullich and newcomer Greg Fulton, successfully built upon its predecessor's success with a limited budget and time, becoming the most beloved entry in the franchise. Meanwhile, Might and Magic VII, a solid evolutionary step, included the popular card game Arcomage. While both games were commercially successful, they marked the pinnacle of New World Computing, foreshadowing its eventual decline.

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(www.filfre.net)
Game

Improving a Go HTTP Server: Unit Tests, Middleware, and Subrouters

2025-03-28
Improving a Go HTTP Server: Unit Tests, Middleware, and Subrouters

This blog post details improvements made to a Go HTTP server built from scratch. The author added unit tests, addressed reader feedback regarding case-insensitive headers and multiple header values, and improved handling of response streams and larger payloads. Key additions include middleware support for cleaner code and subrouters for enhanced route organization. The post showcases iterative development and practical problem-solving in Go.

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(www.krayorn.com)
Development

AI-Powered Disaster Assessment: CLARKE System Evaluates Damage in Minutes

2025-08-05
AI-Powered Disaster Assessment: CLARKE System Evaluates Damage in Minutes

Developed at Texas A&M University, CLARKE (Computer vision and Learning for Analysis of Roads and Key Edifices) uses AI and drone imagery to rapidly assess damage to buildings, roads, and infrastructure after disasters. Tested during the 2024 hurricane season, CLARKE evaluates a neighborhood of 2,000 homes in just seven minutes, saving lives and resources. Trained on over 21,000 homes across 10 major disasters, CLARKE provides comprehensive damage reports, including Google Maps-style route planning to avoid impassable roads, particularly beneficial in rural areas. Emergency responders have praised its efficiency and effectiveness, highlighting its potential as a game-changer in disaster response.

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(stories.tamu.edu)
Tech Disaster Response Drone Technology

RIP Blue Screen of Death: Windows 11 Gets a Black Screen of Death

2025-06-27
RIP Blue Screen of Death: Windows 11 Gets a Black Screen of Death

The iconic Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), a Windows staple for nearly 40 years, is getting a makeover. Microsoft is replacing it with a Black Screen of Death in Windows 11, simplifying the design and removing the blue color, frowning face, and QR code. The new screen will clearly display the stop code and faulty driver, making troubleshooting easier for both users and IT admins. This change, part of a broader effort to improve Windows resilience following last year's CrowdStrike incident, will roll out later this summer alongside a new Quick Machine Recovery feature.

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(www.theverge.com)
Tech System Stability

Marvel Rivals Lifts 100-Year Bans on Mac and Steam Deck Players

2025-01-03
Marvel Rivals Lifts 100-Year Bans on Mac and Steam Deck Players

The free-to-play game Marvel Rivals initially mistakenly issued 100-year bans to Mac and Steam Deck players using compatibility tools like Proton and CrossOver. Following player outcry and intervention by the CEO of CodeWeavers, NetEase reversed the bans and promised to improve its anti-cheat system accuracy. This highlights the challenge game developers face in balancing fair play with supporting diverse platform compatibility.

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(arstechnica.com)
Game Anti-cheat Compatibility

Learn x86-64 Assembly by Writing a GUI from Scratch

2025-09-16

This article details the author's journey of learning x86-64 assembly language by creating a simple GUI program. Starting with a basic exit program, the author progressively explains system calls, stack operations, the X11 protocol, and more, ultimately achieving a window displaying "Hello, world!" in a binary under 1KB. The article is well-structured and suitable for readers with some programming experience.

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(gaultier.github.io)
Development GUI programming

Bambu's Controversial 3D Printer Update: A Necessary Security Measure or a Path to Enshittification?

2025-01-25
Bambu's Controversial 3D Printer Update: A Necessary Security Measure or a Path to Enshittification?

Bambu Lab, maker of popular 3D printers, implemented a new proprietary authentication system, sparking controversy. While presented as a security measure against remote hacks, users fear it could lead to restrictions on third-party tools and filaments, and potentially, subscription services. Bambu claims the update is optional and maintains local access, but inconsistencies in their statements and security vulnerabilities have eroded user trust. The company's response to concerns, including promises to keep a developer mode and not require subscriptions for current models, attempts to quell fears but skepticism remains.

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(www.theverge.com)
Hardware 3D printer

NNCPNET: Reclaiming Email's Tinkering Spirit

2025-04-26

From 1995 to 2019, the author self-hosted email, evolving from UUCP to VPS. But modern email complexities (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, TLS) made it increasingly difficult. Enter NNCPNET, an email system built on top of NNCP, a secure, asynchronous, onion-routed network. Like SSH to Telnet, NNCP modernizes email transport. NNCPNET offers a Docker container (multi-arch, Raspberry Pi compatible) with Exim, NNCP, verification tools, and automated nodelist updates. It's easy to set up, requires no inbound ports or constant internet connection, and even integrates with Thunderbird via IMAP. Reclaim the joy of email experimentation!

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(changelog.complete.org)
Development email server

16 Months of Startup Life: A Former Employee's Honest Account

2025-01-17
16 Months of Startup Life: A Former Employee's Honest Account

A former Confluent employee shares his honest experience of the first 16 months of building his startup, ShadowTraffic. The post details his journey, from initial self-doubt and the elation of landing his first customer, to hitting plateaus, customer churn, and the anxieties that come with it. He describes the process not as a single leap, but as a continuous cycle of fear, courage, and calm. Key takeaways include the importance of product validation, the challenges of early customer acquisition, and the need for consistent customer support. Ultimately, the author emphasizes the importance of long-term commitment and believing in your vision.

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(michaeldrogalis.substack.com)
Startup journey customer

Leaked Xbox UI Hints at Steam Game Integration

2025-03-21
Leaked Xbox UI Hints at Steam Game Integration

Microsoft accidentally leaked, then quickly removed, an image showcasing a new Xbox UI. The image reveals a cross-device UI seemingly capable of displaying Steam games. Sources say Microsoft is developing an Xbox app update to list all PC games, including those from Steam and the Epic Games Store. While still early in development, this suggests a potential move towards greater PC game platform integration, solidifying the Xbox app as a central hub for PC gaming.

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(www.theverge.com)
Game Cross-Platform Gaming

Child's Question Leads to Unexpected Discovery: The Mystery of Wrinkled Fingers

2025-05-14
Child's Question Leads to Unexpected Discovery: The Mystery of Wrinkled Fingers

Binghamton University Professor Guy German and his team investigated why fingers wrinkle after prolonged water immersion. Contrary to popular belief, they found that the wrinkling isn't due to skin swelling, but rather the contraction of blood vessels beneath the skin. Remarkably, repeated experiments showed that the wrinkle patterns remain consistent across multiple immersions, linked to the relatively stable position of blood vessels. The research even unexpectedly discovered that individuals with median nerve damage don't experience this wrinkling. This discovery has potential forensic applications, such as improving fingerprint identification techniques.

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(www.binghamton.edu)
Tech skin

Atlassian Acquires Browser Company to Build the AI-Powered Browser for Work

2025-09-04
Atlassian Acquires Browser Company to Build the AI-Powered Browser for Work

Atlassian announced the acquisition of The Browser Company, creator of the Dia and Arc browsers. This move aims to combine Atlassian's expertise in team collaboration with The Browser Company's passion for building user-friendly browsers to create Dia, a browser optimized for knowledge workers in the AI era. Dia will be designed to seamlessly integrate with SaaS applications, leverage AI capabilities and personal work memory, and prioritize security and compliance for enterprise use. The goal is to transform how work gets done, moving beyond simple browsing to focused task completion.

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(www.atlassian.com)
Tech browser acquisition

Village Roadshow Files for Bankruptcy: A Casualty of the Streaming Wars

2025-03-31
Village Roadshow Files for Bankruptcy: A Casualty of the Streaming Wars

Village Roadshow Entertainment, the prolific film financing company behind franchises like “Joker,” “The Matrix,” and “Ocean’s Eleven,” has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. A protracted legal battle with Warner Bros., stemming from the studio's release of “The Matrix Resurrections” on HBO Max simultaneously with its theatrical release, is cited as a major factor. The company's ambitious, pre-pandemic expansion into independent film and television production proved unprofitable, further exacerbating its financial woes. The bankruptcy highlights the disruptive impact of streaming on traditional entertainment businesses.

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(www.latimes.com)
Startup

Oman's Rose Harvest: Tradition Meets Modernity in Jabal Akdhar

2025-05-04
Oman's Rose Harvest: Tradition Meets Modernity in Jabal Akdhar

In Oman's Jabal Akdhar, a centuries-old rose harvest and rose water production tradition captivated a group of perfumers, media, and artists invited by luxury perfume house Amouage. This exclusive journey showcased the blend of ancient techniques and modern technology in the region. Guests visited traditional workshops and state-of-the-art facilities, witnessing firsthand the process from field to final product. The experience not only boosted Amouage's brand image but also revitalized the local economy and fostered cultural exchange. Locals shared their knowledge and passion, highlighting the unique beauty and cultural significance of the Jabal Akdhar rose harvest.

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(www.omanobserver.om)
Misc Oman Roses Cultural Tourism

SumatraPDF Dev Ditches std::function After 16 Years, Rolls His Own

2025-06-15
SumatraPDF Dev Ditches std::function After 16 Years, Rolls His Own

After 16 years of C++ development on SumatraPDF, the author abandoned `std::function` and lambdas due to debugging difficulties. Crash reports were hard to decipher because of the auto-generated names of compiler-generated lambda functions. He created simpler, custom callback functions `Func0` and `Func1`. While less feature-rich than `std::function`, they offer significant advantages in memory footprint and compilation speed, and are easier to debug. This post details the design and implementation of `Func0` and `Func1`, and explains why this approach better suits SumatraPDF's needs.

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(blog.kowalczyk.info)
Development callbacks

A Guide to Traveling Stateless: Tips and Tricks

2025-04-02
A Guide to Traveling Stateless: Tips and Tricks

This guide offers advice for stateless individuals traveling internationally. It emphasizes the importance of visiting embassies in person, securing visas through business contacts, sticking to reliable airlines and hotels, dressing appropriately, preparing thoroughly before immigration, and maintaining a calm and polite demeanor. The author shares personal experiences and disclaims legal responsibility.

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(taejun.substack.com)
Misc stateless

XLibre: A Rebellious Fork of X11 Challenges Wayland's Dominance

2025-06-29
XLibre: A Rebellious Fork of X11 Challenges Wayland's Dominance

Frustrated by Wayland's slow progress and shortcomings, developer Enrico Weigelt launched XLibre, a deep improvement of X11. XLibre isn't just a simple branch; it's a complete overhaul aimed at fixing Wayland's flaws and offering superior performance and security. Weigelt claims he was ousted from the Xorg project by Red Hat, sparking industry debate about Red Hat's control over Linux development. Surprisingly, Fedora, a Red Hat derivative, is considering replacing X11 with XLibre. XLibre's future remains uncertain, but it's undeniably injected new variables into the Linux desktop world.

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(www.webpronews.com)
Development

New WhatsApp Scam: Robot Voice Leads to Friend Request

2025-05-31
New WhatsApp Scam: Robot Voice Leads to Friend Request

A new WhatsApp scam involves robocalls leaving a number and immediately hanging up, prompting victims to add the number on WhatsApp. The scam leverages curiosity and a lack of caution towards unknown numbers. Despite the multiple steps involved, the sheer volume of calls might make it effective. The author questions the scam's efficiency and asks for comments from those who've found this approach successful.

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(shkspr.mobi)
Misc

Local Expo Android Builds: The eas-like-local-builder Docker Image

2025-04-22
Local Expo Android Builds: The eas-like-local-builder Docker Image

Tired of expensive EAS cloud builds? The eas-like-local-builder Docker image provides a solution for building Expo Android apps locally. It mirrors the EAS build environment, including Ubuntu 22.04, JDK 17, NDK r26b, and other necessary components, allowing developers to build in their local or CI/CD environments. The image supports custom build profiles (e.g., production) and allows skipping version control checks via environment variables. Developers only need to run simple Docker commands and mount their project directory to build, greatly simplifying the local build process.

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(github.com)
Development

o3-mini Accurately Simulates Complex Computations Without Code Interpreter

2025-02-24
o3-mini Accurately Simulates Complex Computations Without Code Interpreter

The author used the o3-mini large language model to accurately simulate the output of a Python script using the Scikit-learn library's TfidfVectorizer function, under different parameter settings. Remarkably, o3-mini achieved this without access to a code interpreter, producing results nearly identical to the actual execution. This demonstrates the impressive ability of LLMs to understand and simulate complex computations, raising questions about the nature of AI and simulation.

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(www.emsi.me)
AI code simulation

Skype to Retire in May 2025, Transitioning to Microsoft Teams

2025-05-06
Skype to Retire in May 2025, Transitioning to Microsoft Teams

Microsoft announced that it will shut down Skype in May 2025, migrating users to its modern communication and collaboration platform, Microsoft Teams. This move aims to streamline free consumer communication services and better adapt to user needs. Existing Skype users can choose to migrate to Teams for free, with all chats and contacts automatically imported; or they can export their data. Teams offers core features similar to Skype, with added advanced features such as meeting hosting and community building. This transition will be phased to ensure users can stay connected during the transition.

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(www.microsoft.com)
Tech Communication Software

The Rise and Fall of AI-Powered Outbound Marketing

2025-04-28

AI-powered tools are revolutionizing outbound marketing, enabling hyper-personalized campaigns at scale. However, this very scalability could lead to user fatigue and diminishing returns. The author predicts that businesses with strong existing distribution channels and established user relationships will thrive. Word-of-mouth marketing and community building will become crucial competitive advantages, while reliance on AI-driven paid acquisition will wane.

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(rnikhil.com)
Startup AI marketing outbound marketing user relationships

Metaflow: Streamlining AI/ML System Development

2025-07-17
Metaflow: Streamlining AI/ML System Development

Metaflow, a human-centric framework, empowers scientists and engineers to build and manage real-world AI/ML systems. Scaling to teams of all sizes, it streamlines the entire development lifecycle, from rapid prototyping in notebooks to reliable production deployments. Originally from Netflix and now backed by Outerbounds, Metaflow boosts productivity across diverse projects, from classical statistics to deep learning. Used by thousands at companies like Amazon and Doordash, it unifies code, data, and compute for seamless management. Its simple Python API supports local prototyping, cloud scaling, dependency management, and one-click production deployment.

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(github.com)
Development
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