AI systems are set to change the way people work, causing a significant impact on labor markets and the economy. The Anthropic Economic Index is introduced to study the effects of AI in these areas by analyzing millions of anonymized conversations on Claude.ai. The initial report reveals that AI is primarily used in software development […]

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k is a vector-oriented language designed by Arthur Whitney that values conciseness and speed of execution. It has multiple slightly incompatible versions like k4 and k5, with the bleeding-edge k being developed by Shakti (k9). Each generation of k sacrifices backward compatibility for better performance and design. The main commercial version is q/kdb+ by kX […]

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PDFSyntax is a Python package that allows you to inspect the internal structure of PDF files without any dependencies. It uses a visualization approach that adds information and hyperlinks on top of uncompressed PDF data, making it easier to navigate between revisions and objects. The tool generates static HTML content that is interactive even with […]

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The English language has a pattern of common patronymic surnames, such as Peters, Williams, Roberts, Richards, James, Johns, and more, indicating a father’s name. Nicknames like Jack, Dick, Nick, and Bob were often used as well. Surnames like Wilkins, Wilkinson, and Perkins show the pattern of the diminutive suffix “-kin” being added. Some uncommon nicknames, […]

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Introducing Ocal, the AI-powered tool to reclaim your time week by week. Ocal adapts to your schedule, helping you effortlessly build the perfect routine that suits your productivity needs. Receive timely messages about upcoming events and deadlines, organize your assignments and study sessions with smart task planning, and get 24/7 support from your personal AI […]

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The phenomenon of vortex formation in fluids such as tea or coffee is explained by treating the fluid as a continuum and using basic fluid mechanics laws to understand large-scale flows. However, in dense crowds, where individuals interact in confined spaces, mathematical models predict spontaneous oscillations that lead to collective chiral motion without external cues. […]

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RetroFab is a new online collection offering playable 3D simulations of classic vintage electronic games with original packaging and instruction guides. The collection includes iconic titles like Game & Watch, Nintendo, Konami, and more, brought to life through the latest technology. Surprisingly, RetroFab now supports gamepads and touchscreens for enhanced gameplay. RetroFab showcases various series […]

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In this blog post, the author discusses the importance of authenticating consumers to an API, emphasizing the use of symmetric “signing” (MACs) over asymmetric tools to prevent security vulnerabilities. The author provides insights on how to properly sign JSON objects and offers alternative approaches to in-band JSON signing, highlighting the complexities of canonicalization. The author […]

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Cooperative Linux (coLinux) is the first free and open source method for running Linux on Windows natively, without using commercial virtualization software like VMware. It allows users to run Linux alongside another operating system on a single machine, such as Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7, in a more optimal way. The unique aspect of coLinux is that it […]

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Rwandan wine-maker Augusti Ntivuguruzwa faced challenges perfecting his banana wine due to a lack of appropriate yeast for fermentation. Many traditional wine-makers in Rwanda struggle with regulatory approval, often resorting to using incorrect ingredients. A breakthrough came when researcher Emmanuel Munezero and his team developed a local yeast approved by the Rwanda Development Board. The […]

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