iOS 26 Brings SwiftUI-Like Reactivity to UIKit with @Observable

iOS 26 introduces automatic state observation to UIKit by bringing SwiftUI’s beloved @Observable macro into the fold. Developers can now build reactive, state-driven interfaces in UIKit without the hassle of manually calling setNeedsLayout() or maintaining boilerplate update logic. With the new updateProperties() lifecycle method and built-in dependency tracking, Apple modernizes UIKit for a more declarative … Read more

Why AI Still Doesn’t Understand Your Design Intent (And How to Fix It)

Table of Links Introduction Related Work 2.1 Semantic Typographic Logo Design 2.2 Generative Model for Computational Design 2.3 Graphic Design Authoring Tool Formative Study 3.1 General Workflow and Challenges 3.2 Concerns in Generative Model Involvement 3.3 Design Space of Semantic Typography Work Design Consideration Typedance and 5.1 Ideation 5.2 Selection 5.3 Generation 5.4 Evaluation 5.5 … Read more

Visual Harmony in Generative Design Systems

Table of Links Introduction Related Work 2.1 Semantic Typographic Logo Design 2.2 Generative Model for Computational Design 2.3 Graphic Design Authoring Tool Formative Study 3.1 General Workflow and Challenges 3.2 Concerns in Generative Model Involvement 3.3 Design Space of Semantic Typography Work Design Consideration Typedance and 5.1 Ideation 5.2 Selection 5.3 Generation 5.4 Evaluation 5.5 … Read more

A Product Manager’s take on AI-driven Risk Management

As a product manager, I’ve seen major shifts driven by generative AI in the risk management space. It’s a shift that is transforming everything from financial services to e-commerce and autonomous vehicles. I believe a siloed, reactive approach with a compliance-first mentality to risk management doesn’t cut it anymore. There have been multiple failures that … Read more

Autonomy: Embrace It, Don’t Fear It

Where We Are Classic production and business processes are usually planned, implemented, and evaluated in that order. If something goes wrong, and it usually does, one must return to the drawing board. Even if everything proceeds according to plan, there are always limitations in terms of resources. But what are these natural constraints? You will … Read more

Tracking Data Lineage at Scale: How This Offline Platform Handles Petabytes Daily

This article introduces an offline data governance platform built on DolphinScheduler, addressing issues like task dependency black holes and scalability bottlenecks. By implementing YAML-based dynamic compilation and automatic lineage capture, the platform enables efficient task dependency management and data tracking. It leverages the Neo4j graph database for lineage storage, supporting second-level impact analysis and root … Read more

5 APIs to Strengthen Your Video Editing SaaS

Smart API integrations can expand your feature set dramatically, without hiring or adding technical debt. Here are 5 of them. The feature race in SaaS is real. Product managers and CTOs in fast-scaling video and audio platforms know the challenge: users expect pro-level tools like voice cloning, noise removal, subtitles and smart cuts, but the … Read more

These Phrases Are Killing Your Credibility

We have the habit of throwing around words recklessly often using phrases that make us sound less confident, unsure and weak. The words we choose to communicate impacts how others perceive us—do they find us manipulative or genuine, rude or kind, aggressive or assertive and credible or untrustworthy? How you come across to others makes … Read more

Lessons from Building Cisco’s Big Data Platform with Apache DolphinScheduler and AWS

Introduction I’m a software development engineer at Cisco. Our team has been using Apache DolphinScheduler to build our own big data scheduling platform for nearly three years. Starting from version 2.0.3, we’ve grown alongside the community; what I’m sharing today is based on secondary development on version 3.1.1, adding features not included in the community … Read more

How I Created a Voice AI Tutor with GPT-4 to Accelerate My Learning

A few months ago, I noticed something frustrating. I’d spend hours trying to learn new concepts — watching videos, reading articles, or chatting with ChatGPT. But it still felt slow. Clunky. Passive. Typing questions felt like homework. Scrolling for the “right” explanation was exhausting. So I asked myself: What if learning felt more like a … Read more

TypeDance Outperforms DALL·E 3 and ControlNet in Logo Design Usability Study

Table of Links Introduction Related Work 2.1 Semantic Typographic Logo Design 2.2 Generative Model for Computational Design 2.3 Graphic Design Authoring Tool Formative Study 3.1 General Workflow and Challenges 3.2 Concerns in Generative Model Involvement 3.3 Design Space of Semantic Typography Work Design Consideration Typedance and 5.1 Ideation 5.2 Selection 5.3 Generation 5.4 Evaluation 5.5 … Read more

Prioritize Vulnerabilities Using Budibase — No Costly Tools Needed

Vulnerability prioritization is a crucial phase where the relative risks and remediation order of vulnerabilities are evaluated, ranked from highest to lowest priority. In my previous article, I discussed how to manage security vulnerabilities using Budibase. In this article, I’ll guide you through my custom approach to assessing remediation priority and demonstrate how I integrated … Read more

What to Expect When Bitcoin Mining Stops

One day, Bitcoin mining will stop. Then what? That’s a question I hear often, especially from people just getting into crypto. They wonder what will happen to miners, the network, and Bitcoin itself once all 21 million coins are mined. Let’s break it down simply. Why Bitcoin Can’t Be Mined Forever Bitcoin has a fixed … Read more

One Go Codebase, Five Platforms: My Cross-Platform Build Journey

All images in this article are AI-generated by the author with NightCafe Studio. Introduction Go, often referred to as Golang, has earned its distinguished reputation through a combination of elegant simplicity, raw performance, and powerful concurrency models. A truly transformative, yet often understated, feature of Go is its innate and robust support for multiplatform programming. … Read more

Web3 Influencers Are a Mess—Here’s How I’m Taking Back Control

If you’ve ever tried to find the “right” Web3 KOL, you probably know the pain: what looks like a glittering world of influencers, alpha drops, hype, and trend-setters quickly reveals itself as a swamp loaded with fake numbers, sketchy identities, and next-level rug-pull artistry. I dove into the deep end of searching for Web3 KOLs—thinking … Read more

Crypto’s Moving Fast. Beluga’s Already There

Since its launch last October, Beluga has become one of the leading platforms for educating users on the best projects in crypto. Beluga’s investors include many of the top crypto and FinTech VCs as well as key execs from Coinbase, Ripple, Kraken, Blockchain, MoonPay, etc. Essentially, Beluga is trying to become “The NerdWallet for Crypto”, … Read more

Distortion Patterns and Web Text Size Analysis in Webcam Peeking Attacks

Table of Links Abstract and I. Introduction II. Threat Model & Background III. Webcam Peeking through Glasses IV. Reflection Recognizability & Factors V. Cyberspace Textual Target Susceptibility VI. Website Recognition VII. Discussion VIII. Related Work IX. Conclusion, Acknowledgment, and References APPENDIX A: Equipment Information APPENDIX B: Viewing Angle Model APPENDIX C: Video Conferencing Platform Behaviors … Read more

Apu Is Now Live For Trading On Hyperliquid

Helsinki, Finland, August 4th, 2025/Chainwire/–Apu Apustaja ($APU), a cross-chain memecoin, has announced that its native token is now available for spot trading on Hyperliquid, a leading fully on-chain orderbook exchange. Hyperliquid currently facilitates billions in daily trading volume and manages over $7 billion in total value locked (TVL). The addition of APU marks the first … Read more

Understanding Video Compression and Resolution Drops in Zoom Meetings

Table of Links Abstract and I. Introduction II. Threat Model & Background III. Webcam Peeking through Glasses IV. Reflection Recognizability & Factors V. Cyberspace Textual Target Susceptibility VI. Website Recognition VII. Discussion VIII. Related Work IX. Conclusion, Acknowledgment, and References APPENDIX A: Equipment Information APPENDIX B: Viewing Angle Model APPENDIX C: Video Conferencing Platform Behaviors … Read more

SpyCloud Enhances Investigations Solution With AI-Powered Insights

Austin, TX, USA, August 6th, 2025/CyberNewsWire/–SpyCloud Investigations, now with AI Insights, empowers security teams to act decisively with finished intelligence built from billions of breach, malware, and phishing records. SpyCloud, the leader in identity threat protection, today announced a significant enhancement to its SaaS Investigations solution: the integration of advanced AI-powered insights that mirror the … Read more

New Research Shows 720p Webcams Can Leak What You’re Browsing

Table of Links Abstract and I. Introduction II. Threat Model & Background III. Webcam Peeking through Glasses IV. Reflection Recognizability & Factors V. Cyberspace Textual Target Susceptibility VI. Website Recognition VII. Discussion VIII. Related Work IX. Conclusion, Acknowledgment, and References APPENDIX A: Equipment Information APPENDIX B: Viewing Angle Model APPENDIX C: Video Conferencing Platform Behaviors … Read more

The HackerNoon Newsletter: Why Feeling Behind Means You Are Ahead (8/6/2025)

How are you, hacker? 🪐 What’s happening in tech today, August 6, 2025? The HackerNoon Newsletter brings the HackerNoon homepage straight to your inbox. On this day, Apple announced a surprising partnership with Microsoft in 1977, NASA’s Curiosity landed on Mars in 2012, Atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima in 1945, and we present you with … Read more

How to Refine AI-Generated Typefaces with Interface Sliders

Table of Links Introduction Related Work 2.1 Semantic Typographic Logo Design 2.2 Generative Model for Computational Design 2.3 Graphic Design Authoring Tool Formative Study 3.1 General Workflow and Challenges 3.2 Concerns in Generative Model Involvement 3.3 Design Space of Semantic Typography Work Design Consideration Typedance and 5.1 Ideation 5.2 Selection 5.3 Generation 5.4 Evaluation 5.5 … Read more

Reflection-Based Information Leaks Puts Video Conferencing Privacy at Risk

Table of Links Abstract and I. Introduction II. Threat Model & Background III. Webcam Peeking through Glasses IV. Reflection Recognizability & Factors V. Cyberspace Textual Target Susceptibility VI. Website Recognition VII. Discussion VIII. Related Work IX. Conclusion, Acknowledgment, and References APPENDIX A: Equipment Information APPENDIX B: Viewing Angle Model APPENDIX C: Video Conferencing Platform Behaviors … Read more