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China Plans to Clone 100 Elite Yaks at an Altitude of 4,000 Meters
In Tibet, China is advancing a plan to mass-produce 100 "elite" cloned yaks by 2028, sparking both excitement and ethical debate.
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Google Pixel 11 Price Hike Confirmed, Rising RAM Costs Reshape Pricing Structure
A Google executive has effectively confirmed a price increase for the next-generation Pixel 11. The base model is expected to be priced at $899 due to rising RAM costs driven by AI data center demand.
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The Paradox of Perpetually Full Storage
A marginalia.nu article analyzes why storage remains full despite capacity increases, revealing insights into entropy, psychology, and technical debt.
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God of War Laufey Coming to PS5 on February 16
Sony has announced the release of "God of War Laufey," a new entry in the series, on February 16, 2027. The protagonist is Laufey (Faye), Kratos' wife, who embarks on an adventure in the afterlife of the gods.
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Ear Pillow Gains Attention as an Alternative to Expensive Sleepbuds
Ear pillows are being recognized as a cost-effective alternative to pricey sleepbuds. They require no charging and work perfectly with existing earphones. An example of the Blissbury Ear Pillow is introduced.
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Comprehensive Numerical Assessment of Assembly Difficulty for 20,000 IKEA Products
The IKEA Complexity Index, a tool developed by enthusiasts, calculates an "assembly difficulty score" for over 20,000 IKEA products based on the number of parts and assembly steps. It serves as a valuable resource for decision-making before purchase.
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The Rarity of IMAX 70mm Screenings Highlighted by 'The Odyssey'
Despite being shot entirely on IMAX film, Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' can only be experienced in its original quality at 41 theaters worldwide, exposing the fragmentation caused by digital formats.
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Lockheed Martin Unveils HPM Counter-Drone System
Lockheed Martin has introduced its new counter-drone system, "Morfius X-Rotor." Using ground-launched High Power Microwave (HPM) technology, it can neutralize up to 50 enemy drones in a single mission. The system is reusable, cost-effective, and designed to operate without relying on sensors.
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Chrome Tab-Wide Search "Ctrl-F Plus" Redefines Ctrl+F Functionality
Chrome's Ctrl+F only searches within one page—a limitation for users with 20-30 tabs open. The Ctrl-F Plus extension enables cross-tab searches, dramatically boosting productivity.
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Canadian Legislator Reads AI-Generated Prompt Verbatim in Parliament
Bill Oliver, a legislator in New Brunswick, Canada, mistakenly read out an AI-generated prompt verbatim during a parliamentary speech. The incident, which was widely shared on social media, has reignited ethical debates around the use of AI in politics.
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AMD ROCm.AI Aims to Surpass CUDA in AI Code Optimization
AMD unveils its new AI-optimized platform "ROCm.AI," leveraging frontier models for automatic tuning to break through CUDA's dominance in GPU programming.
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The Paradoxical Effects of System Delays Unveiled through a Thinking Framework
"Thinking in Systems," an introductory book on systems thinking, explains the paradoxical effects of delays using car dealership inventory management as an example.
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Meta Pauses Conversation Focus Subscription Plan
Meta pauses its planned $20 monthly subscription for the Ray-Ban smart glasses' Conversation Focus feature after backlash over charging for on-device functionality and a 15-hour monthly usage cap. The company's broader premium subscription strategy remains intact.
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Trump Suggests Retaliatory Tariffs Against EU Over Google Fine, Launches Section 301 Investigation
President Trump announced a Section 301 investigation in response to the EU's $1 billion fine on Google, raising the risk of a trade war over the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Internet Voices
Europol Identifies and Requests Removal of 4,340 Extremist URLs Linked to "The Com"
Europol and member state law enforcement agencies have identified and requested the removal of 4,340 extremist URLs linked to the online criminal network "The Com." The aim is to prevent recruitment and the spread of propaganda, which includes violent videos and child sexual abuse material.
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Alan Kay's True Intent: Object-Oriented Programming Is Not About "Classes"
Alan Kay's vision of object-oriented programming centers on "messaging." A fresh debate reexamines his ideas in light of modern practices.
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Paramount and Warner Bros. Merger Delayed to June 2027 Due to State Lawsuits
Paramount Skydance has postponed its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery to June 2027 to allow time for antitrust lawsuits from 12 states and the WGA to be heard in court.
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AMD ROCm Shifts to a Six-Week Release Cycle
At the "Advancing AI" event, AMD announced a shift in the ROCm release cycle from quarterly to every six weeks, with the next release set for August, featuring new AI software.
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Nothing Denies Market Exit Reports, Announces Reorganization and Growth Plans
Nothing has denied reports of withdrawing from 12 markets and laying off staff. Co-founder Akis Evangelidis dismissed the claims as "fake news" on X.
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200 U.S. Startups Oppose Ban on Chinese Open-Weight AI Models
Around 200 U.S. tech startups have formed the "Little Tech Association" and sent a letter to the Trump administration opposing the ban on Chinese open-weight AI models, arguing that such restrictions would weaken domestic companies.