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The Palantir app helping ICE raids in Minneapolis
fajmccain about 6 hours ago

The Palantir app helping ICE raids in Minneapolis

The article discusses Palantir, a data analysis platform used by ICE to identify and target neighborhoods for immigration raids. It highlights concerns over the tool's potential for surveillance and privacy violations, as well as the broader debate around the use of technology by law enforcement agencies.

404media.co
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Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage
speckx about 6 hours ago

Apple is fighting for TSMC capacity as Nvidia takes center stage

Apple is in a fierce battle with competitors to secure chip production capacity from TSMC, the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer. The article explores Apple's efforts to maintain its technological edge by ensuring a steady supply of advanced chips for its products.

culpium.com
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Photos Capture the Breathtaking Scale of China's Wind and Solar Buildout
mrtksn about 11 hours ago

Photos Capture the Breathtaking Scale of China's Wind and Solar Buildout

This photo essay explores China's rapid expansion of renewable energy, showcasing its impressive progress in harnessing solar, wind, and hydropower to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and curb greenhouse gas emissions.

e360.yale.edu
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‘ELITE’: The Palantir app ICE uses to find neighborhoods to raid
sdoering about 3 hours ago

‘ELITE’: The Palantir app ICE uses to find neighborhoods to raid

The article discusses Palantir, a data analytics company whose software is used by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to identify and target immigrant communities for deportation raids. It examines the ethical concerns around Palantir's technology being utilized by law enforcement agencies for surveillance and enforcement purposes.

werd.io
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OBS Studio 32.1.0 Beta 1 available
Sean-Der about 6 hours ago

OBS Studio 32.1.0 Beta 1 available

OBS Studio, the popular open-source software for recording and streaming, has released a new beta version 32.1.0-beta1 with several improvements and bug fixes, including new replay buffer features, improved FFMPEG handling, and support for macOS M1 systems.

github.com
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GitHub Incident
aggrrrh about 4 hours ago

GitHub Incident

The article provides an update on the recent GitHub service disruption, explaining that the company is investigating the root cause and working to restore full functionality across its platform.

githubstatus.com
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The 500k-ton typo: Why data center copper math doesn't add up
thebeardisred about 8 hours ago

The 500k-ton typo: Why data center copper math doesn't add up

This article examines the discrepancies in copper usage estimates for data centers, highlighting a potential '$500,000 typo' that could have significant implications for the copper market's future outlook.

investinglive.com
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Denmark's struggle to break up with Silicon Valley
giuliomagnifico about 3 hours ago

Denmark's struggle to break up with Silicon Valley

Denmark has declared war on Big Tech companies, aiming to assert its digital sovereignty and limit the influence of large tech firms on the country's digital landscape. The Danish government is pushing for new regulations and policies that would give the country more control over its digital infrastructure and data.

politico.eu
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UK offshore wind prices come in 40% cheaper than gas in record auction
doener about 2 hours ago

UK offshore wind prices come in 40% cheaper than gas in record auction

The UK government held a record-breaking offshore wind auction, securing a total of 8 gigawatts (GW) of new offshore wind capacity at historically low prices. This auction demonstrates the growing competitiveness of offshore wind as a renewable energy source and the UK's commitment to transitioning to a clean energy future.

electrek.co
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Danish Armed Forces expand their presence and continue exercises in Greenland
doener about 8 hours ago

Danish Armed Forces expand their presence and continue exercises in Greenland

The Danish Armed Forces are expanding their presence and continuing exercises in Greenland in close cooperation with allies, to strengthen the military's capabilities and readiness in the Arctic region.

fmn.dk
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Supply Chain Vuln Compromised Core AWS GitHub Repos & Threatened the AWS Console
uvuv about 4 hours ago

Supply Chain Vuln Compromised Core AWS GitHub Repos & Threatened the AWS Console

The article discusses the CodeBreach vulnerability found in AWS CodeBuild, which could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. The researchers at Wiz discovered and reported the vulnerability, which has since been patched by AWS.

wiz.io
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JuiceFS is a distributed POSIX file system built on top of Redis and S3
tosh about 3 hours ago

JuiceFS is a distributed POSIX file system built on top of Redis and S3

JuiceFS is an open-source distributed file system that provides a POSIX-compatible interface and is designed for high-performance cloud storage. It supports multiple cloud storage backends, including Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, and Microsoft Azure Blob Storage, and is optimized for cloud-native applications.

github.com
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Programming, Evolved: Lessons and Observations
dnw about 8 hours ago

Programming, Evolved: Lessons and Observations

The article discusses the evolution of programming, highlighting the growing importance of artificial intelligence and machine learning in software development. It explores how these technologies are reshaping the role of developers and the future of programming.

github.com
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Americans Overwhelmingly Support Science, but Some Think the U.S. Is Lagging
beardyw about 5 hours ago

Americans Overwhelmingly Support Science, but Some Think the U.S. Is Lagging

The article discusses a survey that found most Americans strongly support science, but a significant portion believe the U.S. is lagging in scientific advancements compared to other countries. The survey also highlighted differing attitudes towards science among political parties and demographic groups.

scientificamerican.com
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European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island
vinni2 about 5 hours ago

European military personnel arrive in Greenland as Trump says US needs island

The article discusses the development of a new pain relief medication that has the potential to be more effective and have fewer side effects than traditional opioid painkillers. The medication, which is still in the early stages of research, works by targeting a specific receptor in the brain to reduce pain without the addictive properties of opioids.

bbc.com
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Germany's Merz Admits Nuclear Exit Was Strategic Mistake
neamar about 9 hours ago

Germany's Merz Admits Nuclear Exit Was Strategic Mistake

The article discusses German politician Friedrich Merz's admission that the country's decision to phase out nuclear power was a strategic mistake, as it has contributed to the current energy crisis and increased reliance on fossil fuels.

clashreport.com
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US Threatens UK over Grok Investigation Because Only the US Can Ban Foreign Apps
hn_acker about 4 hours ago

US Threatens UK over Grok Investigation Because Only the US Can Ban Foreign Apps

The article discusses the U.S. State Department's threat to the UK over an investigation into the app 'Grok', as the U.S. claims it has the sole authority to ban foreign apps, highlighting tensions between the two countries over digital jurisdiction and sovereignty.

techdirt.com
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Secret ICE Programs Revealed
jbegley about 9 hours ago

Secret ICE Programs Revealed

The article reveals 21 previously unknown immigration enforcement programs operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), including surveillance, data collection, and information-sharing initiatives. It highlights the extensive and often secretive nature of ICE's activities, raising concerns about civil liberties and the erosion of privacy.

kenklippenstein.com
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Nvidia Reportedly Ends GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Production, RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB Next
ndiddy about 7 hours ago

Nvidia Reportedly Ends GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Production, RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB Next

According to the article, Nvidia has reportedly ended production of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card, and is planning to introduce a new RTX 5060 Ti 16GB model in the near future.

techpowerup.com
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Only 16% of Europeans still see the US as an ally, new survey finds
mdhb about 3 hours ago

Only 16% of Europeans still see the US as an ally, new survey finds

The article discusses a survey that found a significant decline in the percentage of Europeans who see the European Union in a positive light, dropping from 48% in 2021 to only 16% in 2022. The article explores potential reasons for this shift in public perception, including the economic and geopolitical challenges facing Europe.

davekeating.substack.com
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