Google, Microsoft, and IBM Are Fighting for Quantum Supremacy—Here’s Who’s Winning

While the world fixates on AI, a far more consequential technological battle unfolds in specialized labs across America, Europe, and Asia. This race for quantum supremacy is rapidly shaping the future of tech leadership and will likely determine which nations and corporations lead the next wave of computational innovation. “Quantum computing isn’t just another technology—it’s … Read more

How FPGA-based Digital Quantum Coprocessors Work

In Part 1, we explored Digital Quantum Coprocessors and the fundamentals of digital qubits. This article will cover: The architecture of digital quantum coprocessors Performance characteristics The future potential of this technology For a better understanding, I recommend reviewing key concepts from Part 1. Homogeneous vs. Heterogeneous Coprocessors There are two types of digital quantum … Read more

The Future of Database Administration Is Evolution, Not Extinction

Database administration is evolving rapidly as AI technologies mature. This interactive exploration examines where automation shines, where human expertise remains essential, and what the future holds for database professionals. The Rise of AI in Database Administration Integrating AI-driven automation and intelligent analytics into database management is reshaping how DBAs approach their work, enhancing efficiency while … Read more

Anti-dog Meme Advocate Says he Refuses to Fall Into the Rabbit Hole of Shooting to the Moon

In decentralization, we trust, and in our community, we believe! This interview is part of the #Decentralized-Internet writing contest! For those who are reading about it for the first time, HackerNoon is excited to host the contest in collaboration with QuickNode! Here’s your chance to win money from a whopping $5000 monthly prize pool! You … Read more

What Makes an NFT Project Worthwhile?

:::info Authors: (1) SIMONE CASALE-BRUNET, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (2) MIRKO ZICHICHI, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain; (3) LEE HUTCHINSON, WhaleAnalytica.com, Switzerland; (4) MARCO MATTAVELLI, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (5) STEFANO FERRETTI, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Italy. ::: Table of Links 1 Introduction 2 State of Art 3 Projects Selection … Read more

Stop Fighting Data Sync Issues—This Guide Makes MySQL-to-PostgreSQL Transfers Easy

This article provides a detailed walkthrough of how to achieve full data synchronization from MySQL to PostgreSQL using Apache SeaTunnel 2.3.9. We cover the complete end-to-end process — from environment setup to production validation. Let’s dive into the MySQL-to-PostgreSQL synchronization scenario. Version Requirements: MySQL: MySQL 8.3 PostgreSQL: PostgreSQL 13.2 Apache SeaTunnel: Apache-SeaTunnel-2.3.9 Preliminaries Verify Version … Read more

Stop Wasting Time on Broken Data Syncs—Here’s How to Do It Right with Apache SeaTunnel

In this guide, we will walk you through a lightweight data migration and synchronization solution from MySQL to OceanBase using Apache SeaTunnel (SeaTunnel for short). We will leverage its built-inZeta engine, which supportsfull data synchronization, offline incremental synchronization, and Change Data Capture (CDC) solutions. Preparing the Runtime Environment Before we begin, ensure that your environment … Read more

Amazon and Microsoft Don’t Want You to Know About This Cloud Alternative

The need for decentralized cloud infrastructure has become increasingly evident, not only to compete with centralized infrastructure but also to offer greater security and reliability to users. But those of us in the Web3 world know that it’s difficult to make clients understand why decentralization is better in this area. In this article, I’ll explain … Read more

Hospitals Are Now Considering Using AI to Keep Patients Safe

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an essential part of many industries, with health care being no exception. Its ability to enhance practices, streamline processes and provide real-time insights is reshaping the way care facilities operate. But how does AI improve patient safety in hospitals? Enhancing Surgical Precision with AI All surgical procedures … Read more

How Social Media Shapes Buying Behavior

:::info Authors: (1) SIMONE CASALE-BRUNET, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (2) MIRKO ZICHICHI, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain; (3) LEE HUTCHINSON, WhaleAnalytica.com, Switzerland; (4) MARCO MATTAVELLI, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (5) STEFANO FERRETTI, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Italy. ::: Table of Links 1 Introduction 2 State of Art 3 Projects Selection … Read more

Rollups Are the Future—But Their Biggest Bottleneck Might Be a Single Point of Failure

I remember reading some years ago an L1’s proposal to migrate to an L2. That’s where I came across the term decentralized sequencers. At the time, it seemed like an interesting but somewhat distant concept—an optimization rather than a necessity. But today, as rollups solidify their role as the dominant scaling solution for Ethereum and … Read more

“Winning and Losing is Often in the Details.” Ritesh Lad on the Art of High-stakes Proposal Writing

Ritesh Lad is an expert in strategic proposal writing, specializing in crafting competitive proposals for government and commercial tenders in IT, consulting, financial services, and digital marketing. Currently, he serves as a Senior Proposal Writer at Talantage LLC (USA), where he is responsible for developing and managing tender documentation for government and corporate clients. Having … Read more

Stop Moving Data Manually—Let DolphinScheduler’s Output Variables Do the Heavy Lifting For You

Output variables are a core mechanism in DolphinScheduler task scheduling for achieving data flow and task collaboration. By explicitly defining and passing parameters, they solve issues such as cross-node data sharing and priority conflicts while supporting complex process orchestration (such as sub-processes and conditional branches). Proper use of output variables can significantly improve workflow flexibility … Read more

Remember When NFTs Were All the Rave on Twitter?

:::info Authors: (1) SIMONE CASALE-BRUNET, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (2) MIRKO ZICHICHI, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain; (3) LEE HUTCHINSON, WhaleAnalytica.com, Switzerland; (4) MARCO MATTAVELLI, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland; (5) STEFANO FERRETTI, University of Urbino “Carlo Bo”, Italy. ::: Table of Links 1 Introduction 2 State of Art 3 Projects Selection … Read more

Our Analysis on Think-and-Execute and Pseudocode

Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Think-and-Execute 3 Experimental Setup 4 Results 5 Analysis 6 Related Work 7 Limitations and Discussion 8 Conclusion and References A Experimental Details B Details of Think-and-Execute C Prompts Used in Our Experiments D Human-written Pseudocode Prompts E Generated Analyses F Generated Pseudocode Prompts G Qualitative Analysis 5 … Read more

Think-and-Execute Improves Algorithmic Reasoning: Here’s How

Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Think-and-Execute 3 Experimental Setup 4 Results 5 Analysis 6 Related Work 7 Limitations and Discussion 8 Conclusion and References A Experimental Details B Details of Think-and-Execute C Prompts Used in Our Experiments D Human-written Pseudocode Prompts E Generated Analyses F Generated Pseudocode Prompts G Qualitative Analysis 4 … Read more

How We Curated Seven Algorithmic Reasoning Tasks From Big-Bench Hard

Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Think-and-Execute 3 Experimental Setup 4 Results 5 Analysis 6 Related Work 7 Limitations and Discussion 8 Conclusion and References A Experimental Details B Details of Think-and-Execute C Prompts Used in Our Experiments D Human-written Pseudocode Prompts E Generated Analyses F Generated Pseudocode Prompts G Qualitative Analysis 3 … Read more

What Is Think-and-Execute?

Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Think-and-Execute 3 Experimental Setup 4 Results 5 Analysis 6 Related Work 7 Limitations and Discussion 8 Conclusion and References A Experimental Details B Details of Think-and-Execute C Prompts Used in Our Experiments D Human-written Pseudocode Prompts E Generated Analyses F Generated Pseudocode Prompts G Qualitative Analysis 2 … Read more

Language Models as Compilers: Simulating Pseudocode Execution Improves Algorithmic Reasoning

Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Think-and-Execute 3 Experimental Setup 4 Results 5 Analysis 6 Related Work 7 Limitations and Discussion 8 Conclusion and References A Experimental Details B Details of Think-and-Execute C Prompts Used in Our Experiments D Human-written Pseudocode Prompts E Generated Analyses F Generated Pseudocode Prompts G Qualitative Analysis Abstract … Read more

API Hacking for SQAs: A Starter’s Proof of Concept

Intro Freedom of Testing is Freedom of Thinking. . . . API testing is often treated as a checklist in the present fast-paced world of software development. We often merely validate their response against acceptance criteria, quickly script them for automated execution, and then hurriedly move them aside to meet tight release deadlines. But, is … Read more

Meta and Tax Prep Companies “Recklessly” Shared Taxpayers’ Data, According to Congressional Report

Update, November 1: Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan responded in writing to the report led by Senator Elizabeth Warren and triggered by The Markup’s investigation into tax preparation companies’ use of the Meta Pixel. Khan’s letter acknowledged Warren’s request for FTC action and said that, “in response to public reporting on this issue,” the … Read more

Apache Kafka’s New Tiered Storage: What Developers Need to Know

Open source Apache Kafka has long been the backbone of real-time data streaming, but it’s traditionally come with a trade-off: keep expanding expensive broker storage or sacrifice historical data retention. With Kafka’s Tiered Storage, it’s a dilemma that’s finally fading (if you know what you’re doing). By offloading older data to cheaper cloud object storage … Read more

Answer to Win from 15,000 USDT: How does Gluwa Facilitate Global Financial Inclusion?

For a chance to win from 15,000 USDT in prizes, the Spacecoin Writing Contest challenges writers, web3 builders, and crypto natives to discuss how Gluwa facilitates global financial inclusion. :::info Below is a list of questions to help you get started on your draft. You can answer them here. ::: Title Question: How does Gluwa Facilitate Global Financial Inclusion? 1. … Read more

SpyCloud’s 2025 Identity Exposure Report: The Scale And Hidden Risks Of Digital Identity Threats

Austin, TX, United States, March 19th, 2025/CyberNewsWire/–SpyCloud, the leading identity threat protection company, today released its 2025 SpyCloud Annual Identity Exposure Report, highlighting the rise of darknet-exposed identity data as the primary cyber risk facing enterprises today. As cybercriminals move beyond single data points and leverage stolen data from a number of sources – breaches, … Read more