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Comprehensive Tutorial on Building a RAG Application Using LangChain
Today’s large language models have access to an ever-growing amount of information. However, there remains a vast trove of private data that these models do not tap into. This is why one of the most popular applications of LLMs in enterprise settings is retrieval-augmented generation—RAG for short. At Vizly, our AI-powered data analysis platform, we … Read more
Bitcoin 'new' investor spike echoes 2019 BTC price peak — Analysis
Bitcoin investors who bought in at the March highs have been fighting choppy BTC price action ever since.
I’m heading to Berlin to seek the solution to the smart kitchen
The IFA tech show in Berlin, Germany is one of the biggest home appliance shows in the world. It’s also a showcase for smartphones, computers, gaming, audio, home entertainment, and smart home. | Image: IFA I’m a sucker for the smart kitchen. Build me a kitchen that can tell me what to cook, when to … Read more
Facing Up to Crypto’s Gen Z Stigma
Students should be among the earliest adopters of Web3, but they’re currently not using the technology, says Benjamin Sturisky, research analyst at Delphi Digital and president of Gator Blockchain.
Volvo’s next electric semitruck goes 373 miles on a single charge
Volvo FH Electric commercial truck. | Image: Volvo Volvo’s commercial trucking division is launching a next-generation long-range version of its flagship electric semitruck, due out in the second half of 2025, with twice the battery range of the previous one. The new FH Electric truck can travel 600km, or about 373 miles, on a single … Read more
Matter Labs Restructures, Lays Off 16% of Team
The company made the move to adapt to “the different type of technology and support” that developers building on ZKsync now require.
IFA 2024: all the news from the big Berlin tech show
Photo by Sebastian Gollnow / picture alliance via Getty Images Here’s everything being announced from Europe’s biggest tech show. Continue reading…
UK Authorities Seize, Convert $144,000 of Bitcoin Stolen in Machete Home Invasion
Scottish prosecutors converted and seized 23.5 BTC from the “technical brains” behind the robbery as physical cash.
Bang & Olufsen’s new $1,500 headphones combine luxury and repairability
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H100 are available in three different colorways, including sunset apricot. | Image: Bang & Olufsen Bang & Olufsen has announced its new $1,549 Beoplay H100 headphones, which are debuting with an even steeper price tag than its H95, which were introduced four years ago and which now cost $999. The … Read more
MERN Stack: A Guide for New Developers
The MERN stack has emerged as a powerful framework for modern web development, combining MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js. This guide will walk you through setting up a MERN stack application efficiently, leveraging a pre-configured repository and streamlined development environment management. Overview of MERN Stack The MERN stack comprises four key technologies: MongoDB: A flexible, … Read more
Controlling Automated Vehicles on Large Lane-free Roundabouts (Extended Version): References
:::info Authors: (1) Mehdi Naderi; (2) Markos Papageorgiou; (3) Dimitrios Troullinos; (4) Iasson Karafyllis; (5) Ioannis Papamichail. ::: Table of Links Abstract and Introduction Vehicle Modeling The Nonlinear Feedback Control OD Corridors and Desired Orientations Boundary and Safety Controllers Simulation Results Conclusion Appendix A: Collision Detection Appendix B: Transformed ISO-Distance curves Appendix C: Local Density … Read more
Spotter launches AI tools to help YouTubers brainstorm video ideas, thumbnails and more
Spotter, the startup that provides financial solutions to content creators, announced Tuesday the launch of its new AI-powered creative suite. Dubbed Spotter Studio, the solution aims to support YouTubers throughout the creative process, such as helping them brainstorm video concepts, generate thumbnail and title ideas, plan projects, organize tasks, and collaborate with their team. Most notably, … Read more
Apple’s next iPhone SE might get an OLED upgrade
The iPhone SE 4 may look a lot like the iPhone 14. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge The fourth-generation iPhone SE might be getting an OLED display, a new rumor bubbling up from its supply chain suggests. The company has started ordering OLED displays from both BOE and LG Display to … Read more
Could Prediction Markets Offer Better Odds at Who Wins the US Elections?
At a certain point, it becomes unclear how many notifications are demanding to be clicked on your phone. As you wake, your groggy brain attempts to recall what you tweeted as you dozed off last night. What did you say to earn this ephemeral moment of attention and glory? Last year, I experienced such a … Read more
Are there ‘too many’ blockchains for gaming? Sui’s randomness feature: Web3 Gamer
Too many blockchains and less funding for the industry? Plus, Sui’s randomness feature for gaming developers: Web3 Gamer
CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: DOT and HBAR Outperform as Index Rises 0.9%
Polkadot gained 2.6% while Hedera rose 2.4%, helping push the index higher.
Telegram games and Hamster Kombat will catalyze Web3 adoption: Animoca’s Yat Siu
Hamster Kombat is preparing to launch the “largest airdrop in the history of crypto,” which could bring even more mainstream attention to the viral Web3 mobile game.
DeFi Meets AI: Exclusive Interview With SingularityDAO Cofounder Mario Alberto Casiraghi
SingularityDAO, a leading pioneer in AI-powered DeFi, leverages such cutting-edge technology as AI to manage digital assets and optimize investment strategies. By training AI models to analyse market trends, identify opportunities, and make informed investment decisions for users, it seeks to bridge the gap between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Decentralized Finance (DeFi). In this interview … Read more
Handling Complex Vehicle Movements: Techniques for Finding Cross-Points and Obstacles
:::info Authors: (1) Mehdi Naderi; (2) Markos Papageorgiou; (3) Dimitrios Troullinos; (4) Iasson Karafyllis; (5) Ioannis Papamichail. ::: Table of Links Abstract and Introduction Vehicle Modeling The Nonlinear Feedback Control OD Corridors and Desired Orientations Boundary and Safety Controllers Simulation Results Conclusion Appendix A: Collision Detection Appendix B: Transformed ISO-Distance curves Appendix C: Local Density … Read more
Mysten Labs Unveils Specs and Updates on SuiPlay0X1; The First Blockchain-Based Handheld Gaming Device
Palo Alto, CA, USA, 3rd September 2024, GamingWire
BitGo CEO Says Wrapped Bitcoin’s Critics Aren’t Being ‘Intellectually Honest’ About Their Concerns
The loudest critics of BitGo’s deal with Justin Sun-affiliated BiT Global also want to see their ‘number go up.’
Polar Coordinates for Accurate Iso-Distance Curve Alignment in Vehicle Simulations
:::info Authors: (1) Mehdi Naderi; (2) Markos Papageorgiou; (3) Dimitrios Troullinos; (4) Iasson Karafyllis; (5) Ioannis Papamichail. ::: Table of Links Abstract and Introduction Vehicle Modeling The Nonlinear Feedback Control OD Corridors and Desired Orientations Boundary and Safety Controllers Simulation Results Conclusion Appendix A: Collision Detection Appendix B: Transformed ISO-Distance curves Appendix C: Local Density … Read more
Former Citi, Battery VC has new $378M fund that helps startups land Prudential, Mutual of Omaha, others as investors and customers
This second fund is significant because Gupta expanded it beyond a corporate fund with one main LP – Prudential Financial – into one supported by a number of financial and insurance LPs. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.