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Grammarly Acquires Coda to Usher in a New Era of AI-Native Productivity

2024-12-21
Grammarly Acquires Coda to Usher in a New Era of AI-Native Productivity

Grammarly has announced its acquisition of Coda, aiming to build the future's AI-native productivity suite. Coda is a popular collaborative workspace tool loved by teams, while Grammarly is renowned for its AI-powered writing assistance. This acquisition will combine the strengths of both companies, leveraging Coda's document collaboration capabilities and Grammarly's AI prowess to provide users with smarter and more efficient productivity tools. The future will see a deep integration of the Grammarly assistant with Coda Brain, resulting in powerful AI-native document collaboration features.

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(coda.io)
AI Productivity Acquisition

The End of an Era: Docomo's Custom Emoji Set is Retiring

2025-05-26
The End of an Era: Docomo's Custom Emoji Set is Retiring

Japanese mobile carrier Docomo announced it will end support for its unique emoji designs by late June 2025. This marks the end of a significant emoji era that began in 1999, even though the set hasn't been updated since 2013. While surprisingly still in use on specific Japanese devices, Docomo's 698 emoji designs will be replaced by Google's Noto Color Emoji or Samsung's custom set, depending on the device. Docomo's early foray into symbolic communication, dating back to a simple heart icon on its 1995 pager, foreshadowed the emoji revolution. The company's 1999 i-mode emoji set played a foundational role in emoji standardization.

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(blog.emojipedia.org)
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LiveSplat: Realtime Gaussian Splatting Algorithm Released (Alpha)

2025-05-15
LiveSplat: Realtime Gaussian Splatting Algorithm Released (Alpha)

LiveSplat, a realtime Gaussian splatting algorithm using RGBD camera streams, has been released. Developed as part of a larger VR telerobotics system, its public release follows significant community interest. Currently in alpha, it requires Python 3.12+, Windows or Ubuntu, an Nvidia GPU, and one to four RGBD sensors. While closed-source, installation instructions and an Intel Realsense integration script are provided. The author is open to licensing opportunities.

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(github.com)
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Over 1,100 Exposed LLM Servers: A Security Vulnerability Deep Dive

2025-09-03
Over 1,100 Exposed LLM Servers: A Security Vulnerability Deep Dive

Researchers discovered over 1,100 publicly exposed LLM servers running the Ollama framework, with approximately 20% actively hosting models vulnerable to unauthorized access. Using Shodan and a Python-based tool, the study revealed a critical lack of security baselines in LLM deployments, providing a foundation for future LLM threat surface monitoring. Vulnerabilities included unauthorized API access, model extraction attacks, jailbreaking and content abuse, resource hijacking, and backdoor injection. The researchers recommend several security mitigations, including enforcing authentication and access control, network segmentation and firewalls, rate limiting and abuse detection, disabling default ports, and continuous monitoring to secure LLM infrastructure.

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Apollo Creator Joins Revamped Digg as Advisor

2025-05-21
Apollo Creator Joins Revamped Digg as Advisor

Christian Selig, the iOS developer behind the popular third-party Reddit client Apollo, has joined the relaunched Digg as an advisor. This move signals Digg's intention to differentiate itself from Reddit, particularly in the wake of Reddit's controversial API pricing changes that forced the closure of many third-party apps, including Apollo. Selig's involvement highlights Digg's commitment to a community-first approach and a more enjoyable social media experience, free from the prevalence of AI-generated content. Digg is currently in an early access phase.

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(techcrunch.com)
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Jill: A New Functional Programming Language for Nand2Tetris

2025-02-15
Jill: A New Functional Programming Language for Nand2Tetris

Jill is a functional programming language built for the Nand2Tetris platform as an alternative to the original Jack high-level language. It's a drop-in replacement for Jack, using the same VM instruction set and HACK architecture, but offering a more elegant, functional style. Key features include first-class functions, optimized tail-call recursion, algebraic data types with pattern matching, and a minimal design with only three core concepts. Compiled projects output .vm files to a /bin directory. Jill can be compiled using `cargo run -- path_to_jill_project_root` or `jillc [path_to_jill_project_root]`.

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(github.com)
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Painting Worlds with Raymarching: A GLSL Shader Journey

2025-06-19
Painting Worlds with Raymarching: A GLSL Shader Journey

This article details creating 3D scenes using Raymarching and GLSL shaders. Starting with fundamental concepts like ray marching and signed distance functions (SDFs), it guides you through building simple shapes and combining them using SDF operators (like min and smoothmin) to create complex scenes. Advanced topics covered include lighting models, soft shadows, creating infinitely repeating scenes, and generating realistic terrains using noise derivatives. The author culminates with a stunning example of an infinite Martian landscape, sharing their creative process and insights.

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(blog.maximeheckel.com)
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xAI's Memphis Data Center Air Permit: Stricter Regulations, Lingering Concerns

2025-07-07
xAI's Memphis Data Center Air Permit: Stricter Regulations, Lingering Concerns

xAI has secured an air permit for its Memphis data center, mandating detailed records of startup, shutdown, malfunctions, and tuning events, with semiannual reports to the health department. The permit restricts turbine operation hours and startup/shutdown events, imposing strict limits on visible emissions to mitigate air pollution. The Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC) will continue monitoring xAI's operations, expressing concerns about the power source for a planned second data center and overall transparency.

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(arstechnica.com)
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Build a Text-to-Speech Reader with Sentence Highlighting in JavaScript

2025-06-26
Build a Text-to-Speech Reader with Sentence Highlighting in JavaScript

This article guides you through building a simple web tool that leverages JavaScript's SpeechSynthesis API for text-to-speech (TTS) functionality and dynamic sentence highlighting. It explains how to control speech playback, set voice parameters, and track speech events. The article also details implementing sentence-level highlighting using CSS and JavaScript, culminating in a fully functional interactive reader with play, pause, resume, stop buttons, and voice selection. The complete HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code is provided.

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(jsdev.space)
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Microsoft Claims First Topological Qubit: Breakthrough or Hype?

2025-02-20
Microsoft Claims First Topological Qubit: Breakthrough or Hype?

Microsoft announced the creation of the first topological qubit, sparking significant interest in the tech world. Topological qubits, based on non-Abelian anyons, are theoretically more resistant to errors than traditional qubits. While Microsoft retracted a similar claim in 2018, they now assert a fully functional topological qubit. Though currently not practically useful, this marks a milestone in topological quantum computing, with the future success of this approach compared to traditional qubits still uncertain.

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(scottaaronson.blog)
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FTC Slams GoDaddy for Lax Data Security

2025-01-28
FTC Slams GoDaddy for Lax Data Security

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is taking action against GoDaddy for allegedly failing to implement reasonable security measures, leading to multiple data breaches since 2018. The FTC alleges GoDaddy misled customers about its data security protections. The proposed settlement requires GoDaddy to establish a comprehensive data security program and undergo independent security assessments. This action highlights the importance of robust security practices for web hosting providers and underscores the FTC's commitment to protecting consumer data.

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(www.ftc.gov)
Tech Data Breach

Font Tester: Say Goodbye to Font Selection Headaches

2025-01-04
Font Tester: Say Goodbye to Font Selection Headaches

Tired of struggling with website font selection? The Font Tester Chrome extension is here to help! Preview over 1000 Google Fonts and custom fonts on any website, compare them side-by-side, adjust size and color, and more. Say goodbye to tedious download-test-delete cycles and hello to efficient design. The free version is powerful enough for many, while the paid version unlocks advanced features and supports open-source development.

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(font-tester.foxcraft.tech)
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Microlightning: A New Spark in the Origin of Life Debate

2025-03-30
Microlightning: A New Spark in the Origin of Life Debate

New research published in Science Advances suggests that microlightning within water droplets may have played a crucial role in the formation of Earth's earliest organic molecules. Building on the famous Miller-Urey experiment, scientists found that electrical discharges between oppositely charged water droplets can produce amino acids, the fundamental building blocks of life. This process, potentially more frequent than lightning on early Earth, could have provided an abundant source of life's precursors. This challenges existing theories suggesting life originated from hydrothermal vents or arrived via asteroids, offering a compelling new perspective on the origin of life.

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(www.cnn.com)
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Automating Four Years of Piano Sight-Reading Practice: From Python to D3

2025-05-22

The author shares their experience automating four years of piano sight-reading practice using an iPad app. They built a Pythonista interface to automate key selection and track practice data, visualized progress with D3.js, and discovered that randomization and data visualization significantly improved sight-reading ability. Key insights include bypassing note naming in favor of pattern recognition and the benefits of a structured practice routine.

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(sandrock.co.za)
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Aus Open Uses Cartoons to Bypass Broadcast Restrictions

2025-01-18
Aus Open Uses Cartoons to Bypass Broadcast Restrictions

To circumvent international broadcasting rights, the Australian Open is streaming a cartoon version of matches on its official YouTube channel. Using animated avatars instead of real players, and employing a time delay, the innovative approach cleverly sidesteps overseas broadcasting contracts. This novel solution has attracted increased viewership and sparked discussion about the future of sports broadcasting rights.

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(www.crikey.com.au)
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A Wall Conversation Changed My Programming Career

2024-12-21
A Wall Conversation Changed My Programming Career

In 1983, a programmer working at a large defense contractor planned to pursue a Ph.D. in Chemistry. A chance conversation over a wall with the manager of the neighboring "Microcomputer Group" (a tinkerer) led to an invitation to a meeting about Apple II. There, he was tasked with building a VT-100 terminal emulator in 6502 assembly language within a week to enable the company president to read email at home. This experience not only redirected his career path, leading him to join the Microcomputer Group and become the company's sole PC programmer, but also ultimately led him to start his own company. Years later, he reflected on how chance encounters and interpersonal connections significantly shaped his life.

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(thecodist.com)
Development career opportunity

Blue Origin Delays New Glenn Launch Again

2025-01-14
Blue Origin Delays New Glenn Launch Again

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch, initially scheduled for Tuesday morning, was scrubbed due to ice buildup in a purge line on an auxiliary power unit. A second attempt was planned for early Tuesday, but was ultimately postponed until Thursday morning due to unfavorable weather conditions (70% chance) and a scheduling conflict with another rocket launch.

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(arstechnica.com)
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Open-Source 8-Bit DIY Computer, Cody Computer, Released

2024-12-30

The Cody Computer is an 8-bit home computer designed as a DIY project, inspired by (but not compatible with) the Commodore computers of the 1980s. Built around the Western Design Center's 65C02 and 65C22 and the Parallax Propeller microcontroller, it features 3D-printed components, a custom keyboard, and supports both Cody BASIC and assembly language programming. Offering retro-style graphics and sound, the Cody Computer's design files and software are released under the GPLv3 license. Detailed project information is available in the freely downloadable 'Cody Computer Book'. This project aims to provide a simple, fun, and educational DIY computing experience.

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(www.codycomputer.org)
Hardware DIY computer

Physics Uncovers Critical Tipping Points in Chess Matches

2025-01-24
Physics Uncovers Critical Tipping Points in Chess Matches

Physicist Marc Barthelemy analyzed over 20,000 top-level chess games using interaction graphs to reveal crucial tipping points. Treating chess as a complex system, he measured the 'betweenness centrality' and 'fragility scores' of chess pieces to predict game outcomes. The fragility score of key pieces rises about eight moves before a critical turning point and remains high for approximately 15 moves afterward, revealing a universal pattern across players and openings. This research offers fresh insights into the complex dynamics of chess and provides new avenues for AI and machine learning.

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(arstechnica.com)
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Running Common Lisp in the Browser: Progress on the Web Embeddable Common Lisp Project

2025-08-21

The Web Embeddable Common Lisp (WECL) project aims to bring the Common Lisp runtime environment into web browsers. The project currently allows running Common Lisp code via `` tags and provides JS-FFI for low-level interaction between Common Lisp and JavaScript. Furthermore, LIME/SLUG enables interaction with WECL from Emacs. However, the project is still in its early stages, with limitations such as insufficient threading support and room for performance optimization. Future plans include porting to WASI to address these issues.

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(turtleware.eu)
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The Untold Toll: How Many Birds Die Hitting Buildings?

2024-12-21
The Untold Toll: How Many Birds Die Hitting Buildings?

A recent study reveals a shocking truth: we drastically underestimate the number of birds killed by colliding with buildings. Previous research relied on finding carcasses, but many birds don't die instantly, succumbing days or weeks later. By combining carcass data with rehabilitation center records, researchers estimate over a billion birds die annually in the US from building collisions. This highlights the challenges of accurately assessing bird mortality and the need for improved data collection and analysis to better protect avian populations.

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(robertvanwey.substack.com)
Misc bird conservation building collisions

Running x86_64 Apps on an AArch64 Desktop: A FEX-Emu Experiment

2025-08-07
Running x86_64 Apps on an AArch64 Desktop: A FEX-Emu Experiment

This post details an experiment running x86-64 applications on an Ampere Altra-based AArch64 desktop system using FEX-emu. While Steam and Factorio ran, performance was poor, scoring a measly 459 and 4110 on Geekbench 6's single and multi-core tests respectively. Optimizations to FEX-emu's configuration and replacing the x86_64 version of the Ninja build tool with an aarch64 version yielded some performance improvements. Ultimately, the author concludes that x86_64 emulation on this AArch64 system is limited in practicality, primarily useful for running older games.

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(marcin.juszkiewicz.com.pl)
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FOSDEM 2024: A Packed Schedule of Open Source Goodness

2025-02-01
FOSDEM 2024: A Packed Schedule of Open Source Goodness

The FOSDEM 2024 schedule is out, boasting a diverse range of talks and workshops. Topics include Rust for Linux, a novel memory allocator, LLVM libc, SMB3.11 Unix extensions, NixOS, AI-powered API documentation testing, a RISC-V TEE, a safepoint garbage collector, enhanced spam detection, and much more. Panels cover AI ethics, collaborative application integration, the RISC-V unified database, Android upgrades, HAMNET, DPoP, and OpenLayers. Even junior developers are catered for with Python and computer programming introductions. No matter your area of interest, FOSDEM 2024 has something for you.

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(fosdem.org)
Development Developer Conference

The Death of Corporate Peacocking: Why RTO Mandates Are Failing

2025-03-28
The Death of Corporate Peacocking: Why RTO Mandates Are Failing

The article argues that many companies' return-to-office (RTO) mandates are driven by factors other than increased productivity, such as saving face, paying off massive commercial real estate debt, and managers reasserting control. Data shows hybrid work boosts productivity, while RTO mandates increase employee turnover. The author advocates for an evidence-based approach to work design, focusing on outcomes over presenteeism and embracing flexible work arrangements. The era of 'corporate peacocking,' where managers flaunt their status through office presence, is coming to an end, replaced by a future of trust, clarity, and impact.

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(wrk3.substack.com)
Startup Workplace Culture

Kennedy's Appointment of Anti-Vaccine Advocate Sparks Outrage

2025-04-13
Kennedy's Appointment of Anti-Vaccine Advocate Sparks Outrage

Vanderbilt researchers Jeremy Jacobs and Garrett Booth strongly criticized Kennedy's appointment of notorious anti-vaccine advocate David Geier to lead a federal study on immunizations and neurodevelopmental outcomes. Geier and his father have a history of promoting the debunked claim that vaccines cause autism. The researchers argue this appointment compromises scientific integrity, erodes public trust, and platforms unreliable information, calling it a 'dangerous concession to pseudoscience.' They urge a defense of evidence-based medicine and call for public institutions and academic leaders to demonstrate courage and clarity in rejecting the normalization of misinformation and safeguarding public health.

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(arstechnica.com)
Tech anti-vaccine pseudoscience

Tmux Mastery: Essential Commands for Terminal Efficiency

2025-03-05

Tmux is a powerful tool for managing multiple terminal sessions and layouts. This guide covers essential Tmux commands and concepts, including session management (creation, detachment, reattachment), window and pane manipulation (creation, switching, renaming, splitting, zooming), and keyboard shortcuts. Even with just a handful of commands, you'll significantly boost your daily workflow. Say goodbye to tedious terminal switching and embrace the efficiency of Tmux!

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(davidwinter.dev)
Development Terminal Multiplexer Command Line

Attractiveness Trumps Intelligence in Mate Choice: A Study Reveals the Gap Between Ideal and Reality

2025-02-19
Attractiveness Trumps Intelligence in Mate Choice: A Study Reveals the Gap Between Ideal and Reality

A study published in Evolutionary Psychological Science reveals a discrepancy between stated preferences and actual choices in mate selection. While women and their parents report prioritizing intelligence over physical attractiveness in a long-term partner, when presented with a forced choice, the majority selected the more attractive option, even if less intelligent. The research involved presenting participants with paired images of men varying in attractiveness and reported intelligence. Both daughters and parents frequently chose attractiveness, highlighting the powerful influence of appearance in constrained decision-making. However, parents showed a greater tendency to prioritize intelligence when attractiveness and intelligence conflicted, suggesting a stronger emphasis on long-term stability. The study underscores the gap between idealized preferences and real-world choices, and indicates less parent-offspring conflict in mate selection than previously assumed.

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(www.psypost.org)
Misc mate choice evolutionary psychology parent-offspring conflict

The Anti-Pattern Game: A Modal Logic Puzzle

2025-08-13

This article introduces a two-player game called the "Anti-Pattern Game", where players take turns placing black and white pebbles on a line. A player loses if a sequence of three identical subsequences appears. The author used a Haskell program to find a winning strategy for Player 1 in under 22 moves. The article explores broader questions, such as whether cooperating players can play indefinitely, game strategies with more colors or repetition rules, and winning conditions and strategies for a three-player variant. These questions are challenging, and some answers remain elusive.

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(hakon.gylterud.net)
Game Modal Logic
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