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Merkle CRDTs are a class of CRDTs that use Merkle Trees and DAGs to track concurrent edits. The Merkle-DAG model represents CRDTs as a growing DAG of Merkle nodes, while the Merkle Search Tree (MST) maintains an ordered set of keys. These structures have advantages such as reducing data sent over the network, immutability for […]
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Celebrity tattoo artist Kat Von D is facing a trial over allegations of copyright infringement in the tattoo industry. Photographer Jeff Sedlik has filed a lawsuit claiming that Von D used his iconic photo of Miles Davis without permission for a tattoo she inked on her friend. Sedlik’s case is the first to consider whether […]
The content discusses a bug in the shim software that retrieves files via HTTP or related protocols. The bug occurs when the code mistakenly uses header information for buffer allocation, but uses protocol metadata to copy the data. This results in an out-of-bounds write. To fix this issue, a patch has been introduced that adds […]
Steamboat Willie, one of the earliest cartoons with synchronized sound, has recently entered the public domain. The cartoon’s soundtrack has an interesting quality when listened to on YouTube – it sounds distorted due to flutter, an unstable playback or recording speed. The author explores this flutter distortion and attempts to find a solution to reduce […]
In the world of vector databases, it seems like there are countless options available. But when will we reach the point of having too many choices? While the field can be overwhelming, the real challenge lies in solving the problems surrounding vector retrieval. There are issues like intent classification, inference and reranking, diversity, and lexical […]
The author begins by questioning the necessity of using LaTeX and suggests alternative options such as Markdown+MathJax or textile+MathJax. They emphasize the importance of producing HTML output instead of PDFs, which may be difficult to read on small screens or inaccessible in the future. They encourage the use of tools like LaTeXML and tex4ht for […]
Apple has announced changes to its iOS, Safari, and App Store to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in the European Union (EU). The changes include new options for app distribution and payment processing for developers, as well as new controls and disclosures for users. Apple has introduced safeguards to reduce privacy and security […]
In the early days of microcomputers, user interfaces were individually invented until an Apple-influenced IBM standard brought about harmony. The IBM PC legitimized microcomputers for business use in 1981, while Apple’s Macintosh made graphical user interfaces mainstream. IBM’s initiative called Systems Application Architecture influenced the design of software user interfaces for decades to come. However, […]
In 1822, the Valparaiso earthquake in Chile caused massive destruction, killing or injuring around 500 people and prompting a tsunami. Maria Graham, an on-the-spot eye-witness, described the aftermath of the earthquake, including the lifting of a 100-mile stretch of coast several feet above its former level. This earthquake sparked a controversial debate between Neptunists and […]