Modified Gravity Theories From the Barrow Hypothesis: Conclusions and References

:::info Authors: (1) Ankit Anand, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai 600 036, India; (2) Ruben Campos Delgado, Bethe Center for Theoretical Physics, Physikalisches Institut der Universit¨at Bonn, Nussallee 12, 53115 Bonn, Germany. ::: Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction 2 Modified Einstein equations with the Jacobson’s approach 3 Quantum gravitational … Read more

Modified Gravity Theories From the Barrow Hypothesis: Quantum Gravity

:::info Authors: (1) Ankit Anand, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai 600 036, India; (2) Ruben Campos Delgado, Bethe Center for Theoretical Physics, Physikalisches Institut der Universit¨at Bonn, Nussallee 12, 53115 Bonn, Germany. ::: Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction 2 Modified Einstein equations with the Jacobson’s approach 3 Quantum gravitational … Read more

Unlocking the Power of Zero-Knowledge Proofs

Sachin Kumar is Keeping Blockchain Honest With Smart Contracts That Respect Your Essential Right to Privacy The blockchain runs on codes and contracts, passing information and valuable data through processes that execute when certain conditions are met. It needs to be simplified to be understood in brief. Fortunately, experts like Sachin Kumar have invested years … Read more

Panpsychism: Quantum Superposition and Entanglement or Qubits without Cells?

To investigate quantum superposition or qubits as the basis for consciousness, experiments should be designed for steel, iron or others. Researching for quantum consciousness where living cells are present already falsifies the hypothesis. n There is a new feature in Scientific American, Experiments Prepare to Test Whether Consciousness Arises from Quantum Weirdness, suggesting that “an … Read more

Why Content Calendars Are Non-Negotiable

Hey Hackers, Consistency is tough. Forget those motivational speakers that promise you the keys to success in drawn-out Twitter threads. Showing up every day is a long personal journey but many strategies can support you along the way. A solid content calendar is one example and if you’re a blogger, editor, marketer, social media manager, … Read more

Building an AI Chat App: 5 Free UI Widgets to Consider

In today’s digital landscape, developing a user-friendly AI chatbot app can be simplified and sped up with the help of ready-made UI chat widgets. Beyond aesthetics like thought-out buttons and themes, these tools prioritize accessibility and intuitiveness, ensuring a pleasant experience for end-users and ease of use for your development team. This article includes 5 … Read more

Pack Your Sh*t, it’s Time to Move

+Why I Ditched Google for Perplexity I got a few questions following my last letter on the 8-step framework to master any subject. More specifically, Perplexity.AI. So, I want to provide some additional insights and reasons why it now became my google search replacement before we dive in. Let’s keep it short and sweet. Google … Read more

Why Stock Market Turmoil Won’t Put the Breaks on Fintech’s International Surge

With global markets reeling from heavy losses at the beginning of August, newfound investor appetite for sustainable growth could see renewed interest in burgeoning global fintech firms.  The first week of August has been a severely challenging time for many global stocks and shares. The S&P 500 suffered its worst three-day percentage decline since June … Read more

Modified Gravity Theories From the Barrow Hypothesis: Modified Einstein Equations

:::info Authors: (1) Ankit Anand, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Chennai 600 036, India; (2) Ruben Campos Delgado, Bethe Center for Theoretical Physics, Physikalisches Institut der Universit¨at Bonn, Nussallee 12, 53115 Bonn, Germany. ::: Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction 2 Modified Einstein equations with the Jacobson’s approach 3 Quantum gravitational … Read more

Bitcoin 2050: $52 Million Dream or $0 Nightmare?

Quick Summary Bitcoin’s Wild Future: Predictions for Bitcoin’s value in 2050 are all over the map. Some experts, like VanEck, see it potentially skyrocketing to $2.9 million or even $52 million, driven by Bitcoin’s possible role as a global reserve currency and changes in the international monetary system. Shifting Dynamics: As traditional reserve currencies like … Read more

When On-Premise is Better than the Cloud

During my time at Palantir, I have spent significant time deploying our software in cloud environments and also a good chunk of time deploying our software in on-premise (on-prem) environments (including starting a team doing just that). I have noticed that despite the common preference for cloud deployment, there are still merits to deploying on-prem. … Read more

The Essential Role of VPS and 3D Mapping in Spatial Computing for Accurate Re-localization

What is Spatial Computing anyway? The difference between spatial and traditional computing is spatial awareness. Under the spatial computing paradigm information and contents are contextualized in space and into specific locations. The devices that deliver such content are aware and capable of computing both their global location (coordinates) and the physical 3D structure of the … Read more

A Quick Rundown of What Google Is and How it Works

:::tip United States of America v. Google LLC., Court Filing, retrieved on April 30, 2024, is part of HackerNoon’s Legal PDF Series. You can jump to any part of this filing here. This part is 4 of 37. ::: B. The Defendant 3. Google is one of the largest internet-services companies worldwide and in the United … Read more

Musk: OpenAI’s Transition from Non-Profit to For-Profit a Calculated “Long Con”

:::tip Elon Musk v OpenAI, Court Filing, retrieved on August 05, 2024, is part of HackerNoon’s Legal PDF Series. You can jump to any part of this filing here. This is the table of links with all parts. ::: Case Number: 3:24-cv-04722 Plaintiffs: Elon Musk Defendant: OpenAI Filing Date: August 05, 2024 Location: United States District … Read more

Will Claude AI Unseat ChatGPT?

Claude AI is touted as a viable alternative to ChatGPT that will take the world by storm, it is a creation of the startup Anthropic AI founded by former Open AI members. Viewed as an ethical tool on account of its conforming to constitutional AI document that has prescribed principles like freedom, privacy and opposition … Read more

Code Smell 262 – Not Replaced Constants

Yet Another Security Code Smell Because Nobody Ever Reads the Documentation TL;DR: Ignoring constant replacement leads to severe security risks. Problems Vulnerable endpoints Lack of Testing Documentation Nobody Reads Solutions Enforce constant key replacement Audit upstream vendors Automate security checks Enforce your Documentation with tests Use invalid defaults to ensure they are always replaced Context … Read more

Leveraging Social Media and Macroeconomic Factors in Startup Evaluations

:::info Authors: (1) Mark Potanin, a Corresponding (authorpotanin.m.st@gmail.com); (2) Andrey Chertok, (a.v.chertok@gmail.com); (3) Konstantin Zorin, (berzqwer@gmail.com); (4) Cyril Shtabtsovsky, (cyril@aloniq.com). ::: Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Related works 3 Dataset Overview, Preprocessing, and Features 3.1 Successful Companies Dataset and 3.2 Unsuccessful Companies Dataset 3.3 Features 4 Model Training, Evaluation, and Portfolio Simulation … Read more

A Comprehensive Analysis of Startup Predictive Models

:::info Authors: (1) Mark Potanin, a Corresponding (authorpotanin.m.st@gmail.com); (2) Andrey Chertok, (a.v.chertok@gmail.com); (3) Konstantin Zorin, (berzqwer@gmail.com); (4) Cyril Shtabtsovsky, (cyril@aloniq.com). ::: Table of Links Abstract and 1. Introduction 2 Related works 3 Dataset Overview, Preprocessing, and Features 3.1 Successful Companies Dataset and 3.2 Unsuccessful Companies Dataset 3.3 Features 4 Model Training, Evaluation, and Portfolio Simulation … Read more

How I Built a Habit Tracker in Notion (with Template)

Tracking my habits has become an integral part of my personal growth journey. It helps me build better habits and stick to them consistently. As a product creator, I love creating micro tools like Personal Finance Tracker to increase my productivity for life + work. In this post, I’ll walk you through a step-by-step tutorial … Read more

VERSES’ Advances Generative Modeling with Scale-Free Active Inference and Spatial Web Protocol

…For Better, Faster, and Cheaper AI From Pixels to Planning: VERSES is Transforming Generative AI and Beyond, with Scale-Free Active Inference and the Spatial Web Protocol A single AI model that can do everything individual GenAI models can do, plus actual learning, reasoning, and planning? And it does it faster, using less data, less processing power, … Read more

Google Slammed with Massive Antitrust Defeat: Monopoly Power Under Fire

Just when you thought Google couldn’t get any more insufferable, a federal judge throws down a ruling that could rock the very foundation of the tech giant’s empire! On Monday, US District Judge Amit Mehta smacked Google with a colossal antitrust defeat, declaring that the company’s search business isn’t just dominant—it’s downright monopolistic. This isn’t … Read more

Microsoft Rips Into Delta Airlines For Sluggish Recovery After Global CrowdStrike Outage

So, let’s dive into the drama: Microsoft is laying the blame squarely on Delta for its epic struggle to bounce back from that global cyber outage that had the airline canceling over 6,000 flights. Yep, you read that right—6,000! The conflicting accounts from Delta Air Lines, cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, and Microsoft have erupted into a … Read more

Zenqira Announces ZENQ Token First Private Sale End And New Sale Slot Starting August 14

Zenqira is a decentralized computing platform dedicated to democratizing access to AI training resources. By connecting global computing providers with AI developers, Zenqira aims to reshape the AI landscape through collaboration, innovation, and cutting-edge technology. Zenqira, a pioneering force in decentralized AI computing, is excited to announce that the private sale of its native cryptocurrency, … Read more