Category: Software
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WP Engine wins legal battle to regain access to WordPress.org
WP Engine secured a legal victory against Automattic, forcing the WordPress parent company to restore access to WordPress.org and crucial plugins. The dispute stemmed from allegations of unfair practices and trademark misuse, shaking the open-source community. This case could redefine competition and governance within the WordPress ecosystem.
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Breaking Apple’s grip: Vipps launches first true iPhone payment rival
Vipps, a Norwegian payment service, has launched the first-ever alternative to Apple Pay for iPhone users, leveraging the EU’s mandate for Apple to open its NFC technology to competitors. With features like contactless payments and widespread bank support, Vipps aims to challenge Apple’s dominance in the mobile payments space. This move signals a shift toward…
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The illusion of openness in large language models (LLMs) 🎭
While many large language models (LLMs) market themselves as “open,” access to source code without training data is largely performative. Openwashing – a practice where companies exaggerate openness while maintaining restrictions – exposes the illusion of transparency in AI. To achieve genuine openness, access to methodologies, reusable code, and modifiable models is essential, but most…
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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.”
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Outlook outage hits hard: Microsoft faces wave of user complaints
On October 10, 2024, a major Outlook outage left users unable to access their accounts, impacting businesses and individuals globally. Microsoft is actively investigating the disruption, citing memory management issues as a potential cause. Users have turned to temporary workarounds while waiting for a resolution.
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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.
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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…
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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.
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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,…
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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,…
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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.
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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).