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Yandex Open-Sources Perforator: Continuous Profiling Without Production Performance Hit

2025-02-01
Yandex Open-Sources Perforator: Continuous Profiling Without Production Performance Hit

Yandex has released Perforator, an open-source continuous profiling tool built on eBPF technology. Perforator collects CPU profiles from production environments without impacting performance. Already deployed on tens of thousands of Yandex servers, it helps developers identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. Supporting languages like C++, C, Go, and Rust (with experimental Java and Python support), it features scalable storage, a user-friendly query language and UI, and sPGO profile generation for Profile Guided Optimization (PGO). Perforator boasts minimal resource consumption and is easily deployable on various environments, from laptops to Kubernetes clusters.

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DeepSeek's AI Model Triggers Tech Stock Selloff, Nvidia and ASML Plunge

2025-01-27
DeepSeek's AI Model Triggers Tech Stock Selloff, Nvidia and ASML Plunge

Nvidia and ASML Holding NV shares plummeted on Monday after Chinese AI startup DeepSeek released a new AI model offering comparable performance to Western counterparts at a fraction of the cost. Nvidia shares fell about 9% in premarket trading, while ASML dropped as much as 11%. The Nasdaq 100 futures also slumped. DeepSeek's success raises concerns about the disruption to the current AI business model, which relies heavily on high-end chips and significant computing power. The situation highlights China's potential to circumvent US export restrictions and underscores the geopolitical implications for the tech sector.

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CA AG Sues OMB to Block $3 Trillion Federal Funding Freeze

2025-01-28
CA AG Sues OMB to Block $3 Trillion Federal Funding Freeze

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with 22 other state attorneys general, filed a lawsuit against the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to block a directive that would freeze up to $3 trillion in federal funding. The directive threatens to halt crucial funding for disaster relief (including California's wildfire recovery), public health, education, and public safety programs. Bonta argues the directive violates the Constitution and the Administrative Procedure Act, and seeks a temporary restraining order to prevent immediate and irreparable harm.

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xorq: Simplifying Multi-Engine ML Pipelines

2025-03-27
xorq: Simplifying Multi-Engine ML Pipelines

xorq is a deferred computation framework bringing the reproducibility and performance of declarative pipelines to the Python ML ecosystem. It lets you write pandas-style transformations that never run out of memory, automatically caches intermediate results, and seamlessly moves between SQL engines and Python UDFs—all while maintaining reproducibility. Built on Ibis and DataFusion, xorq features declarative expressions, multi-engine support, built-in caching, serializable pipelines, portable UDFs, and an Arrow-native architecture. It offers both an interactive library and a CLI for a smooth transition from exploratory research to production-ready artifacts.

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Near-Perfect Book-Sorting Algorithm Achieved

2025-01-24
Near-Perfect Book-Sorting Algorithm Achieved

A breakthrough in the "library sorting problem" (also known as the "list labeling" problem) has been achieved. The problem focuses on finding the most efficient way to organize books or files in a database to minimize the time needed to insert new items. A team developed a new algorithm that comes tantalizingly close to the theoretical optimum (log n) for average insertion time. This algorithm cleverly combines limited knowledge of past contents with the surprising power of randomness, solving a decades-old challenge. This research has implications not only for librarians but also for database and hard drive organization, promising significant improvements in data storage and retrieval efficiency.

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The Zizians: When Rationalism Goes Wrong

2025-02-01
The Zizians: When Rationalism Goes Wrong

This article delves into the transcontinental Rationalist cult, the "Zizians," implicated in at least six murders since 2022. Following the charismatic leader "Ziz," who espouses a radical philosophy and eccentric theories of cognition, the group initially focused on AI safety and alignment. However, their beliefs morphed into violent actions, highlighting the dark side of the Rationalist movement and its potential for extremism. The article explores the cult's origins, the violence they committed, and the broader implications for the Rationalist community, raising questions about self-improvement gone awry.

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Australia's Treasury Copilot Trial: ROI Positive, But Employee Confidence Lags

2025-02-13
Australia's Treasury Copilot Trial: ROI Positive, But Employee Confidence Lags

A 14-week trial of Microsoft 365 Copilot by Australia's Department of the Treasury showed a positive return on investment (ROI), but employee confidence in its workplace effectiveness fell short. The trial revealed Copilot's actual applicability was lower than anticipated, with most participants using it less than three times a week. While Copilot excelled at basic administrative tasks like summarizing information and generating meeting minutes, it struggled with more complex tasks. The Treasury concluded that more careful staff selection, comprehensive training, and ongoing monitoring of AI's impact are crucial. The findings also hinted that AI-as-a-service might not be suitable for organizations handling sensitive data like the Treasury, suggesting on-premises AI infrastructure may be preferable.

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Senior Dev's Wisdom: Avoiding Rewrites and Efficient Coding

2025-02-03

A senior developer shares their software development philosophy, emphasizing the pitfalls of rewriting code from scratch. They highlight that when a rewrite seems appealing, avoidable mistakes have already been made, such as accumulating technical debt and increasing code complexity. The advice includes alternating between expansion (new features) and consolidation phases, budgeting ample time for polishing and testing, and automating best practices. The importance of considering edge cases and pathological data is stressed, along with writing testable code whose correctness is obvious.

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Asteroid 2024 YR4 Impact Probability Significantly Reduced

2025-02-23
Asteroid 2024 YR4 Impact Probability Significantly Reduced

NASA continues to monitor the trajectory of asteroid 2024 YR4. Initial calculations suggested a 1.3% chance of Earth impact, rising briefly to 3.1%, but recent analysis shows this probability has dropped significantly to 0.28%. However, there's now a 1% chance of a lunar impact. The University of Hawaii's ATLAS system detected this near-Earth object, and its trajectory continues to be monitored. While the risk is currently very low, NASA will continue observations using the James Webb Space Telescope and other assets.

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Medicare to Negotiate Prices for 15 Popular Drugs

2025-01-17
Medicare to Negotiate Prices for 15 Popular Drugs

The Biden administration announced that 15 commonly used drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovy, will be included in Medicare's price negotiation program. This marks the first time the U.S. government will directly negotiate drug prices with manufacturers, and is expected to save taxpayers billions of dollars. While Ozempic and Wegovy have drawn scrutiny for their high costs, Medicare currently only covers them for diabetes treatment, not weight loss. The incoming Trump administration will decide whether to implement a proposed rule to cover these medications for obesity. This brings the total number of drugs subject to Medicare price negotiations to 25, covering a third of prescription drug spending. The pharmaceutical industry has sued over the program, but groups like the AARP say they will fight to uphold the law.

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Mill's Cross-Platform Native Binaries via Github Actions

2025-02-02

The Mill project leverages Github Actions to build native binaries on various platforms (Mac, Windows, Linux) and upload them to Maven Central. A clever configuration separates the publishing of JVM-compatible artifacts from platform-specific native binaries, ensuring cross-platform compatibility. Custom `artifactName` and `jar` tasks generate versioned files with OS and CPU architecture suffixes, allowing users to select the appropriate executable for their environment.

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Tangled: A Decentralized Git Collaboration Platform Built on AT Protocol

2025-03-03

Tangled is a new social-enabled Git collaboration platform built on the AT Protocol, aiming to give developers full ownership of their code, enable open-source communities to self-govern, and make coding social and fun again. Combining the strengths of ActivityPub's federated model and Radicle's P2P approach, it uses lightweight 'knots' servers to simplify Git repository hosting. Tangled offers free managed knots and a consolidated app view at tangled.sh for seamless access and collaboration across the network. Still in its infancy, the team is building with a focus on data ownership, low barrier to entry, and a great user experience. Currently invite-only.

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State Capture: When Private Interests Hijack the State

2025-02-14

This article delves into the phenomenon of 'state capture,' where private interests significantly influence or even control a state's decision-making processes. Starting with the World Bank's early definition applied to Central Asian countries, it analyzes the systemic nature of this corruption, extending beyond selective enforcement of existing laws to manipulation of the lawmaking process itself. Case studies from Bulgaria, Romania, South Africa, and Kenya illustrate the diverse manifestations of state capture and the potential role of external actors like Russia. The South African 'Gupta family' case is detailed as a prime example, showcasing how powerful elites infiltrate government institutions, resulting in massive economic losses and societal harm.

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Token Security Raises $20M to Secure the Booming World of Machine Identities

2025-01-27
Token Security Raises $20M to Secure the Booming World of Machine Identities

The rise of cloud computing and AI has led to a surge in machine identities, creating more entry points for hackers. Token Security, a startup tackling this growing security risk, just secured $20 million in Series A funding. Their platform automatically identifies and manages machine identities, helping companies prevent breaches before they occur. Founded by veterans of Israel's Unit 8200, the company counts HPE among its clients and plans to use the funding to expand its AI capabilities and US presence. The funding highlights the increasing importance of securing machine identities, often overlooked in traditional cybersecurity strategies.

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(techcrunch.com)
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From 15 Years of Celibacy to Dating Success: A Practical Guide

2025-03-20
From 15 Years of Celibacy to Dating Success: A Practical Guide

A 34-year-old author, after 15 years of celibacy, shares his journey to dating success by treating it as a special interest. He details practical advice, emphasizing self-improvement, confidence, honesty, and vulnerability. The guide covers optimizing dating app profiles, effective communication, and navigating casual vs. serious relationships. It stresses dating as a team sport, not a battle, highlighting the power of authenticity in attracting compatible partners and ultimately finding lasting love.

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(fantasticanachronism.com)
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go-msquic: A Go Wrapper for Microsoft's QUIC Library

2025-02-19
go-msquic: A Go Wrapper for Microsoft's QUIC Library

go-msquic is a Go wrapper for Microsoft's QUIC library, providing a simple interface for Go developers to work with QUIC-based protocols like HTTP/3. Its API is inspired by quic-go and can be used as a drop-in replacement. Unless you're comfortable working with C libraries, quic-go is generally recommended. Installation requires building the local MsQuic C library first, then installing with `go get github.com/noboruma/go-msquic`. Sample code is in the sample/ directory.

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AI-Powered Dev: My Codescribble Debugging Nightmare

2025-01-26
AI-Powered Dev: My Codescribble Debugging Nightmare

The author used LLMs to build Codescribble, a simple shared text editor. While the initial development was incredibly fast, almost entirely LLM-driven, deployment became a major headache. The generated code suffered from hardcoded values, inconsistent methods, and a broken automated deployment script. Ultimately, the author spent far more time debugging and fixing LLM-introduced errors than anticipated. This experience highlights the need for developers to maintain a solid grasp of underlying technologies and thoroughly review AI-generated code. Blindly trusting AI can lead to significant inefficiencies and even counter-productive outcomes.

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(nsavage.substack.com)
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Databricks in Talks to Acquire Open-Source Database Startup Neon for $1B+

2025-05-05
Databricks in Talks to Acquire Open-Source Database Startup Neon for $1B+

Data and AI unicorn Databricks is in advanced talks to acquire Neon, a maker of an open-source database engine, for approximately $1 billion, according to four sources familiar with the matter. While some believe the deal is done, sources say negotiations are ongoing and could still fall apart. The final price could exceed $1 billion when employee retention packages are included. Neon and its CEO declined to comment, and Databricks did not respond to a request for comment.

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(www.upstartsmedia.com)
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Washington Post Drops 'Democracy Dies in Darkness' Slogan

2025-01-16
Washington Post Drops 'Democracy Dies in Darkness' Slogan

The Washington Post has abandoned its iconic 'Democracy Dies in Darkness' slogan, replacing it with 'Riveting Storytelling for All of America.' This shift has sparked internal controversy and is linked to owner Jeff Bezos' refusal to endorse Kamala Harris and a pursuit of aggressive growth targets. The new strategy emphasizes an AI-powered platform to deliver news to all Americans, aiming for 200 million paying users. This move is seen as a strategic pivot driven by commercial pressures, raising concerns about the Post's journalistic independence and values.

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(www.avclub.com)
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Learn Arabic Easier: A Website That Redefines Language Learning

2025-03-08
Learn Arabic Easier: A Website That Redefines Language Learning

Learning Arabic can be challenging due to its complex alphabet and sentence structures. The website "Learn Arabic" offers a unique approach: start reading Arabic words and sentences without first learning the alphabet. It features 8261 Arabic words and 2625 sentences and phrases, each with detailed explanations and links to aid understanding. The site leverages the Arabic root system and word pattern associations to enhance memorization and comprehension. This innovative method makes learning Arabic easier and more engaging.

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(arabic.fi)
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Rust Gets an Official Language Specification!

2025-03-30
Rust Gets an Official Language Specification!

After years of growth, Rust is finally getting an official language specification! This is thanks to Ferrous Systems generously donating their Ferrocene Language Specification (FLS). FLS provides a structured and detailed reference for Rust's syntax, semantics, and behavior, previously used for compiler qualification. This donation will avoid confusion from multiple Rust specifications and significantly supports Rust's use in safety-critical industries. The Rust project team will integrate FLS with the existing Rust reference to create an official Rust specification, benefiting developers everywhere.

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Nvidia's Valuation: A Looming Bubble?

2025-01-26
Nvidia's Valuation: A Looming Bubble?

A former hedge fund analyst and current AI developer expresses concerns about Nvidia's stock valuation. While AI is booming and Nvidia enjoys a GPU monopoly, its high valuation faces multiple threats: a new "inference compute" scaling law suggests lower-than-expected compute demand; innovative chip architectures from Cerebras and Groq circumvent Nvidia's interconnect advantage; major tech companies are developing custom silicon, eroding Nvidia's market share; new software frameworks reduce CUDA dependency; and DeepSeek's efficient model training drastically cuts compute costs. These factors combined could lead to lower revenue growth and margins for Nvidia, making its current high valuation unsustainable.

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(youtubetranscriptoptimizer.com)
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Glicol: A Revolutionary AI Image Generator

2025-01-14

Glicol is more than just an image generator; it's a digital artist. Using unique algorithms and models, it transforms text descriptions into images with diverse styles and rich details. It goes beyond common image styles, producing stunning results with subtle user adjustments. Glicol heralds a new era in AI image generation, offering artists and designers unprecedented creative tools.

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(glicol.org)
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Amazon's Drone Delivery Tests Stir Up Neighborhood Disputes

2025-03-03
Amazon's Drone Delivery Tests Stir Up Neighborhood Disputes

Amazon's drone delivery test program in College Station, Texas, sparked significant backlash from local residents due to excessive noise pollution. Initially, frequent drone flights severely disrupted residents' lives and even affected wildlife. Although Amazon claimed to have implemented noise reduction measures and complied with regulations, residents believed the company made a crucial mistake in locating its drone base near residential areas. Amazon eventually temporarily grounded its drones for a software update and plans to terminate its lease, offering a glimmer of hope to noise-weary residents. The incident raises questions about how tech companies balance commercial interests with public welfare when developing new technologies.

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(www.wired.com)
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St. Peter's Basilica: Immersive Digital Experience

2025-01-18
St. Peter's Basilica: Immersive Digital Experience

St. Peter's Basilica has launched a new digital experience, allowing people worldwide to explore the magnificence of this architectural marvel from the comfort of their homes. The experience includes a virtual 3D tour and a story detailing the Basilica's history, all available in multiple languages. Users can immerse themselves in the grandeur of St. Peter's, experiencing its art and architecture regardless of their location.

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Malimite: A Powerful iOS and macOS Decompiler

2025-01-28
Malimite: A Powerful iOS and macOS Decompiler

Malimite is an open-source iOS and macOS decompiler designed to help researchers analyze and decode IPA files and application bundles. Built on top of Ghidra, it directly supports Swift, Objective-C, and Apple resources. It's multi-platform (Mac, Windows, Linux), auto-decodes iOS resources, avoids lib code decompilation, reconstructs Swift classes, and even features built-in LLM method translation. A pre-compiled JAR file is available on the Releases page, with further installation and usage instructions in the Wiki.

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(github.com)
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The Hidden Costs of Long-Term Software Maintenance

2025-02-19
The Hidden Costs of Long-Term Software Maintenance

This article delves into the often-overlooked challenges of maintaining large software projects over the long term. Using the author's browser-based game engine, Construct, as a case study (750,000 lines of code and a decade in development), the article highlights that initial code writing constitutes only a small fraction of the total effort. The vast majority of work involves ongoing maintenance: testing, debugging, optimization, upgrading, refactoring, customer support, and documentation. The author uses an apt analogy of building a house extension to illustrate the hidden costs and potential pitfalls of accepting external contributions. The article concludes by emphasizing the need for a more realistic approach to software development, acknowledging the significant commitment required for long-term maintenance and the potential for communication challenges.

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(www.construct.net)
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Microsoft's Breakthrough: The World's First Topological Qubit

2025-02-19
Microsoft's Breakthrough: The World's First Topological Qubit

Microsoft announced a major breakthrough in quantum computing, unveiling Majorana 1, the world's first Quantum Processing Unit (QPU) powered by a topological core. Built using a novel topoconductor material, it's designed to scale to a million qubits on a single chip. This breakthrough leverages Majorana Zero Modes (MZMs) as qubit building blocks, employing measurement-based computation instead of traditional rotation, significantly simplifying quantum error correction. Partnering with DARPA, Microsoft aims to build a fault-tolerant prototype based on topological qubits within years, not decades, paving the way for a practical quantum computer capable of tackling real-world problems.

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(azure.microsoft.com)
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