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Google is planning to add code to Chrome that will send tamper-proof information about users’ operating systems and software to websites. While Google claims this will reduce ad fraud, it also reduces users’ control over their own computers and could lead to websites blocking access for those using unapproved operating systems and browsers. Remote attestation, […]
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In this web content, the author discusses the rise of video calls, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 lockdown. They highlight the success of Zoom and its ability to solve the small issues that made video calls inconvenient in the past. The author draws comparisons to other technologies like Skype and emphasizes the importance […]
At Ory, we have built a globally distributed system for identity and access management (IAM) to meet the needs of our customers who operate in a global marketplace. Our Ory Network is the only multi-region IAM in the world, handling billions of API requests daily. We understand the importance of speed, reliability, and compliance with […]
Magic Earth offers a solution for those who hate being stuck in traffic. They provide a faster route that can potentially save you 8 minutes of frustration. With Magic Earth, you can choose your preferred route and know exactly how long it will take. Their sophisticated routing engine combines crowd-sourced traffic information to keep you […]
In the year AD 2380, it has been officially confirmed that there are no more human beings. Anthropologist Dr. Marcia Raymo considers this a personal setback as the unique cultural activity of humans will be lost. However, actress Rita “Cuddles” Srinivasan, who is now an AI, believes that AI’s can embody themselves in human forms […]
I experienced an issue with Cloudflare that resulted in me being blocked from accessing a website I needed for work. Cloudflare’s secure connection loop can cause problems for users trying to access websites that use their services. These security pages can get stuck in a loop, preventing users from accessing the site. I tried various […]
The CHIPS Act was signed into law in August 2022 in an effort to bring advanced chip manufacturing back to America. Since then, chipmakers have announced over $200 billion in investments in the country. However, building leading-edge fabs in America is slower, costlier, and smaller than in Asia. Additionally, demand for chips seems to be […]
In recent years, web technologies have become more hostile towards web scraping. The shift towards dynamic apps built with frameworks like React and CSS-in-JS has made it difficult for web scrapers to extract data. Large companies like Facebook have also implemented measures to protect their public data, making it harder for machines to access. However, […]
The author discusses their experience with the Gemini protocol during the COVID-19 lockdown. They talk about their excitement in discovering the protocol, engaging in discussions, and developing software. They are proud of their browser, Amfora, and its success in attracting thousands of downloads. However, over time, their interest in Gemini waned, and they realized that […]
Candle is a minimalist ML framework for Rust that aims to be easy to use and high-performing, even with GPU support. The website features online demos, such as Whisper for speech recognition and Llama-v2 for a general LLM. The framework offers simple syntax reminiscent of PyTorch and supports CPU and CUDA backends. It also enables […]