π Useless Fact of the Day
The sperm of a mouse is actually longer than the sperm of an elephant.
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The New York Times has agreed to license its editorial content to Amazon for training AI platforms, including Alexa software. This marks the Timesβ first generative AI-focused licensing deal, following past disputes over unconsented usage with OpenAI and Microsoft.
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Scientists from the University of Texas at Austin developed an "e-tattoo" to monitor mental workload in professions like piloting and healthcare. Lightweight and wireless, it offers a flexible, real-time alternative to traditional bulky EEG/EOG devices, aiding in preventing errors and health issues.
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Odyssey, an AI startup backed by Pixar cofounder Edwin Catmull, has unveiled "interactive video" experiences. These AI-generated, real-time video worlds allow users to interact in environments resembling a blurry Google Street View. Despite its flaws, Odyssey represents a significant leap in AI-driven simulation technology.
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π± Good First GitHub Issue
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Language:
Repository: Oppia
(Oppia is an open-source project whose aim is to empower learners across the globe by providing access to high-quality, engaging education. We envision a society in which access to high-quality education is a human right rather than a privilege.)
Why: It involves coding foundational components and validation in Python, providing a manageable task for new contributors.
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β 3, π 1
Write Terraform policies in natural language instead of Rego / OPA
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β 2854, π 149
An open source alternative to Tableau. Embeddable visual analytic
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β 2363, π 581
β¨A static blog template built with Astro.
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β 16240, π 1574
An open protocol enabling communication and interoperability between opaque agentic applications.
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β 5501, π 695
π€ AI Gateway | AI Native API Gateway
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