Category: Tech

  • Nasdaq hits a record high as AI and Big Tech cash in

    Nasdaq hits a record high as AI and Big Tech cash in

    The Nasdaq reached an all-time high as AI hype and strong earnings from Alphabet fuel tech’s ongoing rally. Investors are betting big on AI, with Broadcom and OpenAI’s recent chip partnership driving confidence. But can tech stocks keep this momentum, or is reality about to set in?

  • Linus’ “Special Kernel operation”: Russian maintainers sent to /dev/null

    Linus’ “Special Kernel operation”: Russian maintainers sent to /dev/null

    Linus Torvalds affirmed the removal of 11 Russian maintainers from the Linux kernel team, citing compliance with U.S. sanctions. The decision has caused division within the open-source community, with concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Torvalds, however, stood firm, dismissing critics as “Russian trolls.”

  • WP Engine vs. Automattic: a WordPress battle that might just affect You too

    WP Engine vs. Automattic: a WordPress battle that might just affect You too

    WP Engine and Automattic are embroiled in a legal dispute over trademarks, access to WordPress resources, and alleged extortion. WP Engine claims Automattic is demanding excessive fees and unfairly limiting their access, which could impact costs and security for users. The case raises questions about governance and contributions within the WordPress community.

  • Microsoft’s Windows App goes universal: available on all major platforms

    Microsoft’s Windows App goes universal: available on all major platforms

    The Windows App isn’t just another software drop; it’s a shift in how Microsoft delivers its virtual services to users everywhere. Whether you’re looking at productivity gains, stronger security, or just a better user experience, this app aims to check all the boxes. With a growing user base and enterprise adoption ramping up, it looks…

  • Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 – AI-Powered Productivity

    Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 – AI-Powered Productivity

    Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 brings a host of AI-driven updates, enhancing productivity and collaboration across the Microsoft suite. New tools like Copilot Pages, Python integration in Excel, and AI-generated summaries in Teams streamline workflows for users. These innovations are designed to make everyday tasks more efficient, from emails in Outlook to presentations in PowerPoint.

  • OpenAI o1- better at complex problem-solving

    OpenAI o1- better at complex problem-solving

    OpenAI recently introduced its latest AI models, the o1-preview and o1-mini, designed for handling more complex tasks like math, coding, and scientific problem-solving. These models focus on improving accuracy and safety, making them useful for specialized areas where precision is key. They might not have all the extra features like web browsing or file handling,…

  • OpenAI Worth $100 Billion: The Real Deal or Just a Fancy Calculator With a Marketing Team?

    OpenAI Worth $100 Billion: The Real Deal or Just a Fancy Calculator With a Marketing Team?

    OpenAI’s $100 billion valuation might sound like a golden ticket to the future, but is it really worth all that cash? With investors throwing money at it like confetti at a billionaire’s wedding, and ChatGPT being hailed as the Elvis Presley of AI, you’d think this company could do no wrong. But behind the hype,…

  • Exploring PrivateGPT and LocalGPT: Enhancing Conversations with Your Personal Documents

    Exploring PrivateGPT and LocalGPT: Enhancing Conversations with Your Personal Documents

    Ever since I started using #ChatGPT, one of my goals was to engage in meaningful conversations with the AI while leveraging my own personal information that isn’t readily available on the internet. Unfortunately, this wasn’t feasible by default. Until now.

  • The essential components of (any) social network

    The essential components of (any) social network

    Thinking about epub.social, had to list the essential parts or components of social network. Below is the list, what I came up (with help of AI).