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The article discusses the new requirement for visitors to the UK to have a Google Play or App Store account to access essential services, raising concerns about privacy and accessibility for those without smartphones or the required accounts.

The article discusses the importance of refining one's views and opinions over time as new information becomes available. It emphasizes the value of being open-minded, acknowledging uncertainty, and continuously updating one's beliefs to arrive at more accurate and well-informed perspectives.

The article discusses the development of a multi-agent swarm system for autonomous exploration and mapping of unknown environments. It focuses on the coordination and decision-making algorithms that allow the swarm to efficiently explore and create a detailed map of the surroundings.

Researchers at Scripps Research have developed a new molecule that can selectively bind to a protein involved in immune system regulation, potentially leading to new treatments for autoimmune diseases and cancer. The molecule, called JND-SP-741, was found to be effective in preclinical studies and could represent a promising therapeutic approach.

The article discusses a new attack called AirSnitch that can break Wi-Fi encryption in homes, offices, and enterprises. It explains how the attack works and the potential implications for the security of wireless networks.

The article discusses the importance of technical excellence beyond just writing good code, emphasizing the need for effective communication, collaboration, and strategic thinking to succeed as a software developer. It highlights the value of developing a well-rounded skillset to create high-quality software and contribute to the overall success of a project.

Google's researchers have developed a nanoscale device called the Nano Banana that can detect and analyze single molecules. This breakthrough could lead to advancements in fields such as medical diagnostics, environmental monitoring, and materials science.

The article introduces 'just-bash', a command-line tool that provides a set of simple and versatile Bash functions to streamline various development tasks, such as managing Docker containers, running tests, and deploying applications.

Burger King has launched an AI-powered virtual assistant named 'Patty' to help customers place orders and navigate the menu. The virtual assistant uses natural language processing and machine learning to engage in conversational interactions and provide personalized recommendations to customers.

The article explores the idea that each technological revolution is often accompanied by the belief that 'this time is different' and that the current changes are unprecedented. It examines how this mindset can shape public discourse and policy decisions, and cautions against dismissing historical patterns.

The article explores the reasons why the AI language model Claude has emerged as a powerful tool for coding, highlighting its ability to understand and write code, assist with debugging and optimization, and improve productivity for developers.

Aikido Infinite is a new open-source machine learning library that aims to simplify the development of complex AI models. The article introduces the key features and benefits of Aikido Infinite, including its modular architecture, easy-to-use API, and support for distributed training and deployment.

Hi folks! I know NES emulators have been implemented countless times, in practically every language imaginable.

However, having an LLM fully replicate the spec purely from memory—without referencing existing code—is still a significant challenge. It requires the underlying model to have strong anti-hallucination capabilities and solid long-term planning to keep from going astray. Because of this, building an NES emulator makes for an excellent LLM stress test.

Here is how the emulator was built:

Data Gathering: I asked Codex to download the necessary developer manuals and test suites. It was strictly prohibited from searching for reference implementations online.

Development: I instructed Codex to build the emulator until all test suites passed. This process was mostly hands-free; I only chimed in to encourage it to continue when it paused.

First Draft: After just 4-5 prompts, Codex delivered a functional, pure-Python emulator—though it ran at a sluggish 7 FPS.

Optimization: Asking Codex to optimize the app completely on its own didn't work this time. Instead, I had it generate a flamegraph, which identified the PPU update as the bottleneck. I then instructed Codex to rewrite the PPU in Cython without breaking the passing tests.

Overall, I'm incredibly impressed by Codex. I already knew it was capable of the task, but the speed was astonishing. It finished the project in under an hour, using merely 2% of my weekly Pro quota.

While the NES might be a relatively easy system to emulate, I think emulation could serve as a fantastic benchmark for testing future LLMs.

The article discusses how OpenAI's organizational structure reflects the inherent biases and limitations of the systems it creates, drawing parallels to Conway's Law. It argues that the centralized, insular nature of OpenAI leads to AI models that mimic the company's internal dynamics and cultural biases.

The article discusses the importance of cryptography engineering and its inherent duty of care towards those who rely on its security. It emphasizes the responsibility of cryptography engineers to prioritize the safety and privacy of users, even when facing technical, commercial, or political pressures.

The article discusses the potential use of AI systems for surveillance and the ethical concerns surrounding it. It highlights the need for careful consideration of the implications and implementation of such technologies to protect individual privacy and civil liberties.

NVIDIA reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2026, driven by increased demand for its products and services in gaming, data centers, and professional visualization markets.

The article discusses how the fear of AI-driven job losses is leading to increased 'productivity theater' and performative hustle in the workplace, as employees try to prove their value and avoid potential layoffs, which can ultimately reduce actual productivity.

Well, it happened. After endless release candidates, we've finally made it to v0.1.0.

What's inside:

GPU-accelerated rendering with WebGPU shaders, shadows, and goodies like silhouette edges and a special soft-light mode

Core operations run up to 1000x faster than the original PyMOL. Surface generation that used to send you on a coffee run now finishes the moment you hit the button

Full PyMOL selection algebra support — 95+ keywords, boolean logic, distance/expansion operators, slash-macros

Distance, angle, and dihedral measurements, atom labels — everything you need for structural analysis

Python API — from pymol_rs import cmd and you're right at home

PDB, mmCIF, BinaryCIF, SDF/MOL, MOL2, XYZ, GRO — read and write, automatic format detection, transparent gzip decompression

Scenes, movies, ray tracing — all on the GPU

Kabsch superposition, CE alignment, RMSD, DSS, symmetry across all 230 space groups

Out of PyMOL's 798 original settings, some number of them actually work. Nobody knows exactly how many, but it's definitely in the hundreds. Plus we've added new settings that the original never had — like per-chain surface generation

13 independent crates — if you're writing Rust, you can use just the selection parser, the file readers, or the full GUI. No monolith

The article discusses a new study that suggests the existence of a parallel universe where time runs backwards. Researchers claim to have detected gravitational waves that could be evidence of this counterintuitive phenomenon, though the findings remain controversial and require further confirmation.