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The race for the “best AI model” goes on, as Z.ai is the latest one to mark its entry with a new and evolved model. Calling it the GLM-4.6V, Z.ai has focused on visual cues and representation with this one. And hence the “V” at the end of its name that resembles the existing flagship model by the company the GLM-4.6 (read all about it here). So, of course, this one is not just another chat model. It sees images, understands charts, writes code, and even reasons like a real teammate who actually pays attention. And the fun part –…

The most profound technologies are those that disappear. They weave themselves into the fabric of everyday life until they are indistinguishable from it.– Mark WeiserMany of us grew up watching Star Trek, where the crew could simply speak to the computer and it would understand not just their words, but their intent. “Computer, locate Mr. Spock” wasn’t just about voice recognition – it was about comprehension, context, and action. This vision of ambient computing, where the interface disappears and interaction becomes natural (speech, gestures, and so on), has been a north star for scientists and builders for decades.The computing research…

It’s an increasingly common surprise: a package shows up at your door with your name and your address…but you never ordered it.   These unsolicited deliveries may seem harmless, but they’re often tied to a scheme called a brushing scam. These scams occur year-round but tend to pick up around the holidays or peak shopping seasons, when shipping volume spikes and it’s easier for suspicious packages to blend in.  Below is everything you need to know: how brushing scams work, what they mean for your personal information, and the exact steps to take if one shows up at your doorstep.   What You Need to Know  A brushing scam is when a seller sends you…

Hiking boot maker Keen has snagged a former NASA climate scientist to head up sustainability, philanthropy and advocacy. Ann Radil is the new senior director of the Keen Effect, the company’s impact program, where she is leading climate action, circular economy programs and attempts to ramp up green chemistry. The Portland, Oregon-based footwear company was an early mover in phasing out “forever chemicals” such as poly- and per-fluoroalkyls (PFAS), used in water- and stain-resistance. Radil quietly started on Sept. 27 as the brand debuted during Paris Fashion Week. She reports to CEO and President Rory Fuerst. “Though I’m just getting started,…

We’ve covered iOS localization in several tutorials, including one that shows how to fully localize an app using String Catalogs. However, these tutorials rely on the system language to determine the app’s language. But what if you want to give users the ability to choose their preferred language, regardless of the system setting? And what if you want the language to update instantly—without restarting the app? That’s exactly what this tutorial will teach you.Before we get started, I recommend reviewing the earlier iOS localization tutorial if you’re not familiar with String Catalogs. The demo app used in this tutorial builds…

In today’s fast-moving hospitality sector, the right technology partnership is more important than ever. At Cisco, we’ve witnessed first-hand how powerful collaboration between expert partners and visionary customers can unlock new opportunities. Our recent project with Focus Group and Mitchells & Butlers (MAB) stands as a prime example – a story of trust, innovation, and shared ambition across more than 1,700 venues throughout the UK. Focus Group: A Trusted Cisco Partner with a Vision Focus Group has built a reputation as one of Cisco’s most forward-thinking partners in the UK and EMEA region. Their commitment to an automation-first approach, deep…

It’s been quite the year for CoreWeave. In March, the AI cloud infrastructure provider went public in one of the biggest and most anticipated IPOs of the year that didn’t live up to its hype. Another setback took place in October, when a planned acquisition of the cloud provider’s business partner, Core Scientific, faltered due to skepticism from the acquisition target’s shareholders.  In the meantime, the firm has acquired a number of different companies, its stock has gone up and down, and it’s been both criticized and lauded for its role in the booming AI data center market.  In an…

Researchers have sharply increased the sensitivity and speed of quasi-2D perovskite photodetectors by carefully tuning how they interact with silver plasmonic nanostructures, according to a new study in Small. Study: Boosting Photodetection via Plasmonic Coupling in Quasi-2D Mixed-n Ruddlesden-Popper Perovskite Nanostripes. Image Credit: Foto-Ruhrgebiet/Shutterstock.com Metal halide perovskites are attractive for their use in low-cost, high-performance photodetectors, but their efficiency is often limited by how effectively they harvest and convert light. One strategy is to pair them with plasmonic metal nanostructures, which support surface plasmons and localized surface plasmon resonances (LSPR). These resonances confine light into very small volumes and create intense…

Working on a web extension that ships to an app store and isn’t immediately modifiable, like a website, can be difficult. Since you cannot immediately deploy updates, you sometimes need to bake in hardcoded date-based logic. Testing future dates can be difficult if you don’t know how to quickly change the date on your local machine. To change the current date on your Mac, execute the following from command line: # Date Format: MMDDYYYY sudo date -I 06142024 This command does not modify time, only the current date. Using the same command to reset to current date is easy as…

1. What is Big Rock Planning? Big Rock Planning is a simple yet effective way to set goals and achieve them. The idea is to focus on the most important things you want to accomplish and then break those down into smaller, more manageable tasks. This helps you to stay focused and on track, and it also reduces stress and overwhelm. 2. Why is Big Rock Planning effective? There are a few reasons why Big Rock Planning is so effective. First, it forces you to think about your priorities. When faced with a jar full of rocks, you can’t just put them all…