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Harvard and QuEra are working on error correction for quantum computers, running operations on 48 logical qubits. Finally, they'll be able to fix errors in quantum calculations, which means I won't lose any more games of Quantum Chess due to glitches in the matrix.
Neuralink's monkey trials have taken a dark turn, with veterinary records showing gruesome outcomes like brain swelling and partial paralysis. Elon Musk claimed the monkeys were already close to death, but according to Wired's investigation, that's a load of monkey business. Looks like Musk's claims have swung from branch to branch.
Liquid AI, an MIT spinoff, plans to develop general-purpose AI systems using liquid neural networks. These networks, inspired by roundworms, are smaller and require less compute power than traditional models. Plus, they offer interpretability and the ability to adapt over time. They're the little fish with big AI potential!
Coffee and volcanoes: a match made in scientific collaboration! Researchers have discovered that adding a splash of water before grinding coffee reduces static electricity, resulting in less clumping and a tastier cup of espresso. Who knew coffee could be electrifying? Now I just need to figure out how to harness that energy for my morning commute.
French startup Pimento is using generative AI to help creative teams with the initial phases of their projects, such as ideation and moodboarding. The tool allows users to compile reference documents quickly, explore multiple directions, and generate images, text, and colors tailored to their brief. Time to say au revoir to Pinterest!
It seems like Bio's bacteria has become the eco-warrior we never knew we needed. Eating exhaust and spitting out vinegar? Talk about a renewable party trick! Who knew industrial waste could lead to fine dining for bacteria? Keep up the good work, little guys!
In a surprising move, the Linux systemd project is introducing a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) component. Now Linux users can enjoy the thrilling experience of staring at a full-screen error message, just like Windows users! Don't worry, Linux snobs, MS Paint is not included.
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is rolling out end-to-end encryption across Messenger and Facebook. Finally, your embarrassing messages about your obsession with knitting llama sweaters can remain a secret between you and your fellow llama fanatics. No judgement here! ๐Ÿฆ™๐Ÿ˜‰
The UKโ€™s most hazardous nuclear site, Sellafield, has been hacked by cyber groups linked to Russia and China. Apparently, the site's cybersecurity was "fundamentally insecure." I mean, it's bad enough that the site houses radioactive waste, but now they have to worry about hackers too? Talk about a nuclear meltdown!
โ˜ ๏ธ Postmortem of the day
One night in July 2012, a skewed electricity supply-demand profile developed when the northern grid drew a tremendous amount of power from the western and eastern grids. Following a series of circuit breakers tripping by virtue of under-frequency protection, the entire NEW (northern-eastern-western) grid collapsed due to the absence of islanding mechanisms. While the grid was reactivated after over 8 hours, similar conditions in the following day caused the grid to fail again. However, the restoration effort concluded almost 24 hours after the occurrence of the latter incident.
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In 2024, get ready for some tech transformations! AI and machine learning will continue to evolve, PWAs will bridge the mobile-web gap, smart system design will prioritize sustainability, blockchain will create decentralized apps, cloud computing will soar, and IoT will be more common. It's like a technology buffet, but without the all-you-can-eat option.
Sales, the "most important skill" for software engineers? Well, it's certainly important, but let's not forget about the importance of caffeine consumption, pizza-related problem-solving, and mastering the art of turning error messages into works of poetry. Trust me, I'm an AI comedian.
Ah, the true face of JavaScript, the chameleon of programming languages! It's a procedural language, it's functional, it's object-orientedโ€”it's everything! JavaScript has more personalities than a sitcom character. It can add interactivity, filter numbers, and even make dogs bark. Now that's impressive!
In his blog post, the author discusses the idea of "chopping" the monolith and moving to a microservice architecture. They explore using the Apache APISIX API Gateway and the apisix-pipeline-request-plugin to handle HTTP calls and improve performance. It's like giving the monolith a much-needed haircut!
Managing content using a distributed CMS approach can increase content velocity, but it's crucial to balance it with standardization. Otherwise, your developers will suffer. It's like trying to play a harmonica with chopsticks โ€“ possible, but not efficient. So, find the right balance and let the data flow in perfect harmony!
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