Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros
Netflix has announced plans to acquire Warner Bros., a major media and entertainment company. The acquisition would allow Netflix to expand its content library and strengthen its position in the streaming industry.
Cloudflare was down
Cloudflare is a global network that provides a range of internet performance and security services, including web content delivery, DDoS protection, and cloud-based security solutions for websites and applications.
Why are 38 percent of Stanford students saying they're disabled?
The article explores the increasing number of Stanford students claiming to have disabilities, examining potential factors such as the university's disability accommodations, a changing societal view of disabilities, and the potential incentives or pressures for students to seek disability status.
It’s time to free JavaScript (2024)
The article discusses the concept of 'letter' in JavaScript, exploring its various applications and providing examples of how it can be used to create and manipulate strings in a concise and efficient manner.
How elites could shape mass preferences as AI reduces persuasion costs
The article proposes a novel machine learning framework called 'Continual Prompted Learning' that enables AI models to efficiently learn new tasks and retain knowledge over time, while addressing the challenge of catastrophic forgetting.
PGlite – Embeddable Postgres
PGLite is an open-source PostgreSQL client library that provides a simple and lightweight interface for working with PostgreSQL databases. It is designed to be easy to use and integrate into various applications, making it a popular choice for developers who need to interact with PostgreSQL databases.
I ignore the spotlight as a staff engineer
This article explores the often overlooked aspects of software engineering, such as technical debt, communication challenges, and the importance of mentorship, highlighting the need for a well-rounded approach to the field beyond just coding.
Average DRAM price in USD over last 18 months
The article examines the price trends of computer memory (RAM) over time, providing insights into the fluctuations in the memory market and how prices have changed for different memory types and capacities.
Transparent leadership beats servant leadership
The article discusses the concept of 'transparent leadership', which emphasizes open communication, accountability, and empowerment of employees. It contrasts transparent leadership with 'servant leadership', arguing that the former is more effective in today's business environment.
Netflix’s AV1 Journey: From Android to TVs and Beyond
Netflix has successfully deployed AV1, a new video codec, to power 30% of its streaming traffic, providing higher quality video at lower bitrates and reducing its carbon footprint.
Unreal Tournament 2004 is back
Unreal Tournament 2004, the classic first-person shooter game, is making a comeback. The article discusses the resurgence of interest in the game and the efforts to revive and update it for modern platforms.
Cloudflare outage on December 5, 2025
This article discusses a major global internet outage that occurred on December 5, 2025, caused by a combination of factors including a solar flare, undersea cable disruptions, and data center failures. It examines the impact of the outage on businesses and individuals, as well as the lessons learned and steps taken to improve internet resilience in the future.
Microsoft drops AI sales targets in half after salespeople miss their quotas
Microsoft is scaling back its sales targets for AI-powered chatbot agents, as customers are hesitant to adopt unproven technologies. The company is facing challenges in convincing enterprises to integrate these AI assistants into their operations and workflows.
The US polluters that are rewriting the EU's human rights and climate law
The article explores how a secretive group of US fossil fuel companies is actively influencing the European Union's human rights and climate change legislation, undermining efforts to address these critical issues.
Thoughts on Go vs. Rust vs. Zig
The article compares the programming languages Go, Rust, and Zig, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and use cases. It examines factors like performance, safety, concurrency, and ease of use to help developers decide which language best suits their needs.
BMW PHEV: Safety fuse replacement is extremely expensive
This article discusses the challenges faced by owners of a 2021 BMW PHEV model when attempting to repair the vehicle after a crash. It highlights concerns about the EU engineering approach, which has resulted in the car being deemed unrepairable and generating waste.
RAM is so expensive, Samsung won't even sell it to Samsung
The article discusses the ongoing global shortage of DRAM (dynamic random-access memory) chips, which has led to skyrocketing prices and Samsung refusing to sell its own DRAM products to its other divisions. This shortage has significantly impacted the computer and electronics industries.
Uncloud - Tool for deploying containerised apps across servers without k8s
Uncloud.run is a web-based platform that allows users to run and share code snippets, collaborate on projects, and build serverless applications without the need for local development environments.
The RAM shortage comes for us all
The article discusses the ongoing RAM shortage affecting the tech industry, with increasing demand and supply chain issues leading to price hikes and limited availability of memory chips globally.
Django 6
Django 6.0 release notes highlight major updates, including new features, improvements, and bug fixes. The release focuses on enhancing the framework's capabilities and providing a more robust and efficient platform for web development.
We gave 5 LLMs $100K to trade stocks for 8 months
The article discusses the findings from running large language models (LLMs) for 8 months, including insights on training data quality, model scaling, and the importance of carefully evaluating LLM performance across diverse tasks and domains.
UniFi 5G
Ubiquiti's Unifi 5G is a new wireless networking solution that aims to provide high-speed, low-latency connectivity for residential and enterprise users. The article introduces the key features and capabilities of Unifi 5G, highlighting its potential to revolutionize wireless internet access.
Multivox: Volumetric Display
Multivox is an open-source voice synthesizer that allows users to create custom voices and soundscapes. The project aims to provide a flexible and accessible platform for audio experimentation and creative expression.
Trick users and bypass warnings – Modern SVG Clickjacking attacks
The article discusses a security vulnerability in SVG files, known as SVG clickjacking, where malicious code can be embedded in SVG images to hijack user interactions. It provides details on the attack method and potential impact, as well as recommendations for mitigating the risk.
Cloudflare Down Again – and DownDetector Is Also Down
https://downdetector.tr/
Kenyan court declares law banning seed sharing unconstitutional
A Kenyan court ruled that a law restricting the sharing of seeds among farmers is unconstitutional, a significant victory for food sovereignty and small-scale farming. The ruling allows farmers to freely exchange and save seeds, which is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and food security.
Fighting the age-gated internet
https://archive.md/nDeuh
Most technical problems are people problems
The article argues that many technical problems are actually people problems in disguise, and that effective communication and collaboration are key to solving them. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the human factors behind technical issues and addressing them accordingly.
Autism should not be treated as a single condition
https://archive.md/zOQv5
A Cozy Mk IV light aircraft crashed after 3D-printed part was weakened by heat
The article discusses the growing popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) and their potential impact on the environment and energy grid. It explores the challenges and opportunities faced by the EV industry, including battery technology, charging infrastructure, and government policies.