In this web content, the author discusses the use of custom parameters in cryptography and argues against their implementation. They highlight that using standardized parameters is safer and more efficient. The author also explores the historical context of parameter generation and emphasizes the need for secure systems that do not rely on the randomness of […]
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During the COVID-19 pandemic, it became clear that the disease had significant impacts on the heart. Patients were experiencing heart attacks, myocarditis, and elevated levels of troponin, a marker for cardiac damage. Even after recovering from COVID-19, many people developed lingering cardiovascular symptoms. The latest Omicron variant of the virus has also raised concerns about […]
Developing good startup ideas is a challenging task, as great ideas can be easily mistaken for horrible ones. The Ideation Flywheel is a mental model that helps entrepreneurs determine which startup ideas are worth pursuing and how to improve them without bias. The first step is to focus on identifying problems rather than solely coming […]
Containers and secure computing mode (seccomp) are lighter weight alternatives to virtual machines (VMs) that provide security isolation. At Figma, we use both containers and seccomp to achieve security isolation. Container isolation happens at the operating system level and relies on features like namespaces, cgroups, and privilege dropping. Seccomp restricts the system calls a program […]
The author of this web content is creating animations and instructional videos focused on neural networks. They encourage readers to visit their Patreon and YouTube channel for more information. The content covers various topics related to convolution in neural networks, including the basic algorithm, padding, stride, groups, depthwise convolution, depthwise-separable convolution, and pixel shuffle. The […]
This systematic review examines the effects of cannabis use on cognitive functioning in older adults. The review identifies 26 studies that investigate the cognitive outcomes associated with cannabis use in various populations, including healthy aging, neurocognitive disorders, and specific medical conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and HIV. The results suggest that higher doses and heavier […]
Chrome will be deprecating and removing support for the Theora video codec in desktop Chrome due to emerging security risks. The usage of Theora has fallen below measurable levels and it is often incorrectly preferred over more modern codecs. Theora has never been supported by Safari or Chrome on Android. However, an ogv.js polyfill is […]
WebSession is a proposed protocol for secure browser sessions on the World Wide Web. It aims to replace cookies and provide better security, user control, and privacy. Unlike authentication protocols, WebSession is specifically designed for session maintenance across multiple HTTP requests. It can be used for various purposes, such as anonymous shopping carts, personalization, A/B […]
In a world filled with diverse opinions, one voice that stands out as a rational and impartial advocate is Gary Marcus, according to Candice Clark. With over 27,000 subscribers, Marcus is well-regarded for his views on artificial intelligence (AI). However, when it comes to Marc Andreessen’s “Techno-Optimist” Manifesto, Marcus does not share the same admiration. […]
This web content introduces a personal growth game designed to help people with social anxiety build confidence. By taking steps of courage and completing challenges, users can earn miles and level up their confidence. The game offers over 30 steps to choose from, each with varying levels of difficulty. As users progress and celebrate their […]