2. A Note from LWN (lwn.net)
The online publication industry, as a whole, is struggling, with challenges coming from multipl [...]
3. Muse Spark 1.3 (developer.meta.com)
4. Three sites made 215,128 "best software" pages for AI. Perplexity cites them (trellner.com)
Across 380 software categories, 59.8% of the sources behind grounded AI recommendations sit outside the 100,000 most-visited websites, and several of the most-cited are sites built to be read by models rather than by people.
A significant portion of AI-generated software recommendations relies on lesser-known sources, with nearly 60% coming from sites that aren’t among the most-visited. Many of these sites are designed specifically for AI consumption, raising questions about the reliability of the recommendations they provide.
5. Mistral now trains on user input by default, except on enterprise tier (help.mistral.ai)
6. Google avoids a breakup of its ad tech business (www.nytimes.com)
7. FBI Probes Service Selling 153M+ Drivers Licenses (krebsonsecurity.com)
8. Commodore 64 released September 1, 1982 (dfarq.homeip.net)
9. Biggest dark matter detector spots a single weird particle (www.science.org)
10. Aging Brains Blend Memories Together Instead of Just Forgetting Them (studyfinds.com)
Aging brains may mix memories up, not just lose them, replaying experiences too broadly to keep the details straight.
Research indicates that as we age, our brains may intertwine memories rather than simply forgetting them, leading to a blurred recall of past experiences. This insight sheds light on how memory functions change over time.
11. Fable 5.1 World Modeling (github.com)
worlds via code, from fable 5.1. Contribute to PhiloLabs/fable51-worlds development by creating an account on GitHub.
Fable 5.1 allows users to create and model worlds through coding, with collaborative development available on GitHub. This is a great opportunity for developers interested in contributing to innovative world-building projects.
12. My local model setup on an M4 Pro Mac Mini (lws.io)
I run a local LLM server on my M4 Pro Mac mini with 48 GB of RAM.
Learn how to set up a local large language model server on an M4 Pro Mac Mini, complete with tips for optimizing performance with its 48 GB of RAM.
13. True Rate of Unemployment (www.lisep.org)
14. Exit the Cave (turtlespace.blog)
15. I wanna live an NPC life (signalundefied.bearblog.dev)
the general consensus around being an npc is that you’re giving up your autonomy—essentially becoming a side character in someone else's story or watching li...
The article discusses the idea of living as a non-playable character (NPC) and the implications of relinquishing personal autonomy to become a background figure in others’ narratives. It raises intriguing questions about identity and the desire to step back from the complexities of life.
16. The Emergent Symbolic Structure of Artificial Neural Networks (arxiv.org)
Modern systems in artificial intelligence (AI) somehow excel in domains for which they seem poorly suited. Intelligence has traditionally been modeled as operating over structured combinations of symbols, such as logical formulas. However, the strongest modern AI systems are based on neural networks, which instead represent information in continuous vectors. Vectors seem inadequate for capturing the structure of language, logic, and other cognitive domains, yet neural networks achieve impressive performance in these areas. How do they do it? In this work, we propose a potential answer: Despite appearances, perhaps the internal representations of neural networks implicitly realize symbolic structure. In support of this hypothesis, we show that the vector representations of a variety of neural networks can be closely approximated with symbolic structures: we can replace the network's entire representation-generating process with a closed-form equation instantiating a symbolic structure, and the network's behavior remains largely unchanged. This finding holds for both small-scale neural networks trained to manipulate lists as well as large language models (LLMs) operating in four domains that are central in symbolic traditions: arithmetic, logic, computer code, and language. Further, our symbolic approximation allows us to modify an LLM's behavior in targeted ways via precise interventions on its internal representations, showing that the LLM's behavior is reliant on the symbolic structures we have identified. This work provides a potential way to reconcile longstanding symbolic conceptions of intelligence with the vector-based nature of modern AI.
Neural networks, despite their reliance on continuous vectors rather than structured symbols, are outperforming traditional models in language and logic tasks. This article examines how these AI systems manage to excel in areas they were thought to be poorly equipped for.
17. Resources to Get Good at Soldering?
Finding reliable resources can make a big difference in mastering soldering skills, especially for electronic repairs like fixing PlayStation 4 controllers. Aiming to improve your technique and avoid common pitfalls, there are tips and guides available that can help troubleshoot issues and enhance your soldering proficiency.
18. Fine, I'll build my own text editor (dbushell.com)
The one where I build my own text editor (until I get bored).
A developer shares their journey of creating a custom text editor, detailing the challenges and insights they encounter along the way. It’s a candid look at the process of building software from scratch, perfect for tech enthusiasts.
19. I Don't Have a Smartphone (ploum.net)
I Don’t Have a Smartphone… par Ploum - Lionel Dricot.
20. Reverse Engineering Unknown File Formats with ImHex (werwolv.net)
An Introduction to File Formats and ImHex by Reverse Engineering FEZ
Discover how ImHex can help you analyze and understand obscure file formats, enhancing your reverse engineering skills. This guide provides essential insights for anyone looking to decode complex data structures.
21. Dutch central bank moves share of gold from U.S., Canada to London (nltimes.nl)
The Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) has taken part of its gold supply out of the United States and Canada. The Dutch central bank will now keep the gold in London, making the city the place with the biggest share of Dutch gold, followed by Zeist. Some 86 tons of gold were moved from New York and Ottawa to London between March and August 2026. The amount represents nearly a third of the roughly 313 tons held in the two locations combined.
The Nederlandsche Bank has relocated a significant portion of its gold reserves from the U.S. and Canada to London, now holding the largest share of its gold there. This move involved transferring 86 tons, nearly a third of its total reserves in those countries, highlighting a strategic shift in asset management.
22. Wendell Berry has died (www.nytimes.com)
Wendell Berry, the acclaimed Kentucky writer and advocate for sustainable farming, has passed away at the age of 92. His works championed a return to simpler living and a deep connection to the land, leaving a lasting impact on literature and environmentalism.
23. Mamdani Bans AI in NYC Schools (www.nytimes.com)
24. Sonic Pi (sonic-pi.net)
Sonic Pi is a new kind of instrument for a new generation of musicians. It is simple to learn, powerful enough for live performances and free to download.
Sonic Pi offers an accessible way for musicians to create and perform music using code. With its user-friendly design and powerful capabilities, it’s a great tool for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to innovate their performances.
25. Paint.net 5.2 alpha now runs on Linux (forums.paint.net)
26. A Selection of Los Alamos Rolodex Business Cards (clui.org)
27. Quasar 438B: Europe's Leading AI Model (multiversecomputing.com)
Quasar sets a new benchmark for European AI, outperforming comparable European models on seven of eight selected Artificial Analysis evaluations. ...
Quasar 438B has outperformed other European AI models in seven out of eight key evaluations, establishing a new standard in the region’s AI landscape. This advancement highlights significant progress in artificial intelligence capabilities across Europe.
28. Poisson Disk Sampling (stripeacross.com)
29. The Qantas A380 engine disintegration in 2010 (admiralcloudberg.medium.com)
How a mistake of less than half a millimeter in a single part nearly brought down the world’s largest passenger aircraft.
A minuscule error in a single component almost led to a catastrophic failure of the Qantas A380, the largest passenger plane. This incident highlights the critical importance of precision in aviation engineering.