From Transistors to Algorithms: CS Explained in 17 Minutes
Imagine tossing a few pieces of metal into a box and, with the flick of a switch, it springs to life, crunching numbers and displaying graphics—sounds like magic, right? Yet, that’s essentially what’s happening inside your computer. Today, let’s break down this modern sorcery and understand just how the random assortment of chips and wires […]
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‘Forbidden’ AI Technique – Computerphile
Chains of thought are a fascinating concept. They provide a glimpse into the “thinking” process of AI models, allowing us to understand how these models solve problems and make decisions. Reasoning models, a type of AI model, are particularly interesting as they are trained to have a “scratch pad,” a space where they can “think […]
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What is AI’s Version of Moore’s Law?
Sydney Von Arx, a member of the technical staff at Meter, an organization that evaluates AI models, discusses the evaluation of these models and their potential capabilities. According to Von Arx, AI models such as Claude, Grok, and others are measured using various metrics, one of the main ones being question-answer datasets. Despite the impressive […]
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What is CUDA? – Computerphile
About two decades ago, Nvidia was a company known for its graphics processing units (GPUs), which were primarily designed for rendering a multitude of pixels for gaming applications. However, a curious mind named Ian Buck saw the potential of these GPUs beyond their traditional use. For his Ph.D., Buck explored the possibility of leveraging these […]
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Who’s REALLY Behind The Twitter/X Attacks?
The internet is never short of drama, and this past week was no exception. From high-profile DDoS attacks to Apple battling encryption laws, and even North Korean hackers fumbling with ChatGPT, there’s plenty to unpack. The Attack on X: Who’s Really Behind It? Social media platform X (formerly Twitter) recently found itself under siege from […]
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The Man Who Could Have Been Bill Gates | The Story of Gary Kildall & the CP/M Operating System
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The early days of personal computing. It’s a realm filled with intrigue, fierce competition, and stories that have the power to change the course of history. One such story is that of the 1980s, a time when IBM, the titan of the corporate computing world, was on the hunt for an operating system for their […]
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CEO Declares War On North Korean Hackers
In recent cybersecurity news, North Korean hackers duped the CEO of a crypto exchange company out of $1.5 billion, primarily in Ethereum. At first glance, it seemed as though the CEO and the two other key holders, who authorized the transaction, had been fooled by a phishing email. Some even speculated that it was an […]
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Breaking News: Linux Introduces Game-Changing Feature to Combat Hacking
Memory corruption has long been the primary method through which hackers exploit computer systems. Even in 2024, it remains the leading cause of hacking attacks. Despite decades of research and development in computer security, the issue persists. In response, a new feature has been introduced to the Linux kernel – the MSeal system call. However, […]
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Uncovering the Golang Supply Chain Attack: A ThreatWire Investigation
In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, one needs to stay updated on the latest threats and vulnerabilities. This week’s headlines have been dominated by an array of issues that range from website infiltrations to zero-day exploits and questionable cable protections. Firstly, the Doge website, which is famously associated with Elon Musk, was infiltrated twice by […]
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Backdoor in US medical device calls out to Chinese university
The discovery of a backdoor in the Conta CMS 8000, a commonly used patient monitor in hospitals, has raised serious concerns about patient data security and the integrity of medical devices. This device, which measures and displays vital data such as heart rate, blood oxidation, and respiratory rate, has been found to contain a backdoor […]
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