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In this paper, the authors explore the use of Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) in making predictions on graph data. They specifically examine cases where the graph structure is not informative for the predictive task, such as in molecular properties. They find that GNNs tend to overfit the graph structure, even when ignoring it would lead […]
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In this report, researchers from the University of Cambridge, along with experts from Arm Limited and Google, present early performance results from the prototype Morello microarchitecture. The document is a living one and encourages feedback and contributions. The report can be cited as a technical report from the University of Cambridge. The researchers acknowledge the […]
A recent study has provided insight into the periodic humid periods in North Africa, explaining why the Sahara Desert was occasionally green. According to the research, these wet phases were driven by changes in Earth’s orbit around the sun and were suppressed during ice ages. The study simulated the historic “greenings” of the Sahara, revealing […]
After hosting an experimental IIIF service for eight years, the Internet Archive is now making its International Image Interoperability Framework (IIIF) service official. The upgrade will include the latest version 3.0 of the IIIF specification and expand the service to include audio, movies, and collections. The IIIF service allows for deep zoom on images, item […]
Vincent van Gogh is best known for his self-portraits, of which over 35 are known to exist. These paintings give us an insight into his appearance, revealing that he had red hair, green eyes, and an angular face. However, each self-portrait is unique, highlighting the difficulty of capturing oneself accurately. Vincent painted these self-portraits not […]
HyperDX is an open-source platform designed to help engineers troubleshoot production issues more efficiently. It centralizes and correlates various types of data, such as logs, metrics, traces, exceptions, and session replays, making it a developer-friendly alternative to tools like Datadog and New Relic. The platform offers features like end-to-end correlation, fast performance powered by Clickhouse, […]
In the world of Wing Commander, there is a famous story about a programmer who fixed a memory error by changing the error message to say “thank you for playing Wing Commander.” This story has become synonymous with clever hacks in the software development community. However, in recent years, some Star Citizen fans have used […]
In 2001, the Supreme Court ruled that using a thermal imaging device to scan a person’s home without a warrant was an unlawful search. However, a new surveillance tool poses a more controversial threat to privacy. This tool is WiFi, which emits electromagnetic waves that can penetrate walls and be used to create images. Researchers […]
Welcome to george-orwell.org, the ultimate resource for all things George Orwell. This comprehensive site features the complete works of the iconic author, alongside a detailed biography, captivating pictures, and famous quotes. We pride ourselves on being a platform that constantly evolves with user contributions, so if you have any essays or articles pertaining to Orwell, […]
TechSpot, a trusted source for tech analysis and advice, is marking its 25th anniversary. In recent news, a bill known as the “Delete Act” has been approved in California, aiming to make it easier for consumers to have their data removed from online databases. Supporters argue that deletion rights are essential, but critics, including lawyers […]