THE NEXT GREAT LEAP IN AI IS BEHIND SCHEDULE AND CRAZY EXPENSIVE
OpenAI's GPT-5 project, codenamed Orion, faces delays and high costs due to unexpected challenges and a lack of diverse data sources.
2025.01.09
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31,958 matchesREMARKABLE ROBOTIC HAND CAN NOW MANIPULATE THE OBJECTS THAT IT'S HOLDING
Sanctuary AI's Phoenix robot now features 21-DOF hydraulic hands capable of simultaneously holding and manipulating objects.
2025.01.09
TETSUWAN SCIENTIFIC IS MAKING ROBOTIC AI SCIENTISTS THAT CAN RUN EXPERIMENTS ON THEIR OWN
Tetsuwan Scientific, founded by Cristian Ponce and Théo Schäfer, is developing affordable robotic AI scientists to automate laboratory processes, leveraging LLMs for scientific reasoning.
2025.01.09
SOUTH KOREA SEEKS TO LIFT BAN ON INSTITUTIONAL TRADING OF CRYPTOCURRENCIES: REPORT
South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) is expected to lift its ban on institutional cryptocurrency trading, starting with non-profits, as part of a gradual approach to grow the local crypto sector. This aligns with President Yoon Suk-yeol's crypto-friendly agenda and includes efforts to establish regulatory frameworks for stablecoins, exchanges, and token listings while introducing shareholder screening for virtual asset service providers.
2025.01.09
CHINA TO LEVERAGE BLOCKCHAIN FOR NATIONAL DATA INFRASTRUCTURE GOALS BY 2029
China aims to develop a national data infrastructure by 2029 that uses blockchain for data asset standardization, traceability, and trust as part of a broader push to unify its data market. China has embraced permissioned blockchain applications despite banning crypto trading and mining. The initiative is expected to attract $54.5B in annual investments, totaling $272.7B over five years.
2025.01.09
HOLOWORLD LAUNCHPOOL
Holoworld Launchpool empowers early $AVA stakers with exclusive access to groundbreaking AI project token distributions, starting with Spore.fun's autonomous evolution initiative. This platform fuels agent innovation by connecting projects with engaged communities and offering priority benefits to early supporters.
2025.01.09
INTRODUCING APPTOKENS: INFINITELY PROGRAMMABLE TOKEN SMART CONTRACTS
Apptokens are a new class of programmatic token smart contracts. They're designed for comprehensive onchain gaming economies with features like app-linked requirements, task completion verification, hooks, and customizable trading parameters. Limit Break, the team behind the announcement, also released TokenMaster, a protocol for creating and managing ERC20-C tokens through programmable pools that support standard, stable, and promotional configurations with customizable features like fee structures and spend mechanisms.
2025.01.09
HOW MONEY MOVES ONCHAIN
This post explains how money moves onchain, covering the processes of onramping fiat into crypto, swapping tokens within the same blockchain, bridging tokens across blockchains, and using offramps to convert crypto back into fiat. It highlights Privy's role in offering user-friendly solutions which abstract the complexity of onchain interactions.
2025.01.09
5 CATEGORIES TO WATCH FOR IN CRYPTO X AI AGENTS (+ EXAMPLES)
Even though most current AI agents are not innovative, frameworks might be here to stay since they achieve value accrual from any agent speculation or creation, just like pump.fun. The next innovation for agents will be by giving them crypto wallets and interacting with DeFi. Attention-based agents will remain important, and will become more complex and have greater interactivity. DAOs are poised for a comeback, this time led by multi-agent systems.
2025.01.09
USING CHAINS, TAMING MINDS
This post delves into the parallels between AI and historical shifts like the agricultural revolution, exploring how autonomous agents are reshaping crypto, culture, and commerce. It examines the profound implications of AI's growing agency in shaping human systems, from Truth Terminal's billion-dollar market moves to creative entities like Zerebro.
2025.01.09
D/ACC: ONE YEAR LATER
Vitalik Buterin's update on the d/acc (decentralized/democratic differential defensive acceleration) movement highlights its growing integration with blockchain, particularly in areas like prediction markets, ZK-SNARKS, and public goods funding mechanisms like deep funding. The philosophy has expanded beyond its original defensive focus to include “thrive” technologies, like longevity and solar energy, and has been adopted by crypto communities due to aligned values in decentralization and censorship resistance. Buterin emphasizes the role of blockchain in developing robust funding mechanisms for public goods, with particular emphasis on new approaches combining human and AI judgment.
2025.01.09
A LETTER TO THE HYPERLIQUID CORE TEAM
Chorus One, a major node operator, has highlighted challenges with Hyperliquid's blockchain infrastructure, which include closed-source code, dependency on a centralized API, and an unclear validator selection process that leads to a black market for testnet HYPE tokens. 81% of HYPE tokens are controlled by foundation notes, while external validators face sustainability challenges with low rewards and high staking requirements. This thread recommends improvements meant to enhance decentralization, like open-sourcing the code and redistributing foundation stake.
2025.01.09
NEW CRYPTO TELEGRAM SCAM
Telegram users should be wary of scams promising unrealistically high pay for simple roles, as engaging with these scammers can lead to losing one's crypto.
2025.01.09
NATION-STATES, CENTRAL BANKS EXPECTED TO BUY BTC IN 2025, FIDELITY DIGITAL ASSETS SAYS
Fidelity Digital Assets predicts that 2025 will be pivotal for Bitcoin adoption, with nation-states, central banks, and sovereign wealth funds expected to strategically allocate to BTC to counter inflation, currency debasement, and fiscal deficits.
2025.01.09
REVOLUT BECOMES FIRST BANKING DATA PUBLISHER TO JOIN THE PYTH NETWORK
Revolut is the first banking data publisher on the Pyth Network.
2025.01.09
IN DEFENSE OF BASE CRITICISM
The Ethereum L2 ecosystem has seen a recent rise in fees paid to the Ethereum base layer driven by blob market saturation since November 2024, with percentages rising from 0.91% in October to 12.57% in December.
2025.01.09
NEXT YEAR'S MACBOOK PRO COULD BE APPLE'S BIGGEST MAC UPGRADE EVER
The MacBook Pro is expected to undergo a major redesign in 2026, becoming thinner and lighter while retaining the power of Apple Silicon. Users hope Apple will avoid past mistakes by maintaining the restored ports and prioritizing functionality. Another key aspect of the MacBook Pro redesign is its display, which is expected to ditch the notch as part of a switch to OLED.
2025.01.09
THREADS PROTOTYPES CUSTOM DISPLAY NAMES AND COVER IMAGES FOR PROFILES
Instagram Threads is testing features to align more with X and Bluesky, including setting display names and adding cover images. Spotted by reverse engineer Alessandro Paluzzi, these features are currently unavailable to the public. Users will be able to independently modify their Threads display names if implemented, enhancing their platform identity.
2025.01.09
MICROSOFT'S OUTRAGEOUS GOOGLE WEBSITE IMITATION BRANDED A 'NEW LOW'
Microsoft redesigned its Bing search results page to closely mimic Google's web design, sparking accusations of deceptive tactics. The page features a Google-like doodle, a similar text layout to Google's search page, and automatic scrolling that hides Bing's branding, leading to user confusion. Designers have pointed out that this blatant imitation highlights the importance of originality in web design and reinforces the need for distinct, user-friendly interfaces.
2025.01.09
WHAT'S THE OBJECT OF INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE?
Unlike other design disciplines, information architecture (IA) struggles with mainstream recognition due to its abstract nature and lack of a tangible central object. This abstraction makes it hard for people to grasp IA's value. IA may need to target niche audiences who can appreciate its unique role in organizing information.
2025.01.09
THE RISE AND FALL OF NEUMORPHISM
Neumorphism, a design trend that blends realism and minimalism, emerged around 2019-2020 and gained popularity in design communities. It aimed to create visually distinct UIs but faced challenges such as low contrast, usability issues, and limited practicality. Offering new aesthetic approaches, trends like Glassmorphism and Skeuomorphism 2.0 gained traction after its decline.
2025.01.09
A DESIGNER'S GUIDE TO THE NEW EPR PACKAGING LAWS
The UK's new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) law shifts packaging disposal costs from taxpayers to producers, encouraging sustainable packaging. This change significantly impacts design, demanding sustainable practices from the start. Designers like Sophie Thomas see it as a chance for innovation, pushing for responsible packaging and long-term product durability.
2025.01.09
AI-POWERED 3D MODELS IN SECONDS
BlenderGPT is an AI tool that creates 3D models from text or image prompts. It lets you synthesize fully textured meshes, which you can import directly to Blender with a shortcut or download the source files for use in any compatible software.
2025.01.09
ALL-IN-ONE AI-POWERED VIDEO EDITOR
CapCut features flexible video editing, magical AI tools, team collaboration, and stock assets.
2025.01.09
AI AND COGNITIVE OFFLOADING: SHARING THE THINKING PROCESS WITH MACHINES
Humans naturally offload mental tasks onto tools, technologies, and others to reduce cognitive effort and enhance thinking. Designing AI systems that facilitate cognitive offloading and collaboration can empower users to solve problems more effectively and extend their capabilities.
2025.01.09
ED HELMS' SNAFU PODCAST EMBRACES 'CONTROLLED MESSINESS' IN NEW IDENTITY
Ed Helms' SNAFU podcast has a new brand identity inspired by Cold War propaganda, spy posters, and vintage book covers, that blends irreverence with professionalism. Bold visuals, quirky typography, and redacted-document cover art create a distinctive design that evokes history and storytelling.
2025.01.09
MY CREATIVE STACK FOR 2025
Patrick Morgan shares his evolving creative stack for 2025, balancing experimentation with practical tool adoption. His essential tools include Obsidian for writing, Figma for design, and ChatGPT for brainstorming. He emphasizes regular evaluation, adopting tools that enhance productivity while retiring those that don't, ensuring his workflow remains efficient and adaptable.
2025.01.09
10 BRANDS THAT REALLY NEED TO REBRAND IN 2025
Brands like X, Dollar Tree, and MTV need significant rebrands in 2025 to stay relevant and competitive.
2025.01.09
WEB DESIGNER SALARIES AROUND THE WORLD: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE
Web designer salaries may vary widely depending on the country, experience, and local costs.
2025.01.09
“FEEL EMPOWERED FOR YOUR NEXT CONVERSATION, GO ARMED WITH STATS”
Schedule a meeting to discuss salary, using industry data to support your case, and be prepared to walk away if necessary.
2025.01.09
CASIO SAYS HACKERS STOLE PERSONAL DATA OF 8,500 PEOPLE DURING OCTOBER RANSOMWARE ATTACK
Casio confirmed that an October ransomware attack by the Underground gang compromised the personal data of 8,500 people, including 6,500 employees and 1,900 business partners. The attack stole 200GB of data, though customer credit card information remained secure.
2025.01.09
TURBULENCE AT UN AVIATION AGENCY AS PROBE INTO POTENTIAL DATA THEFT BEGINS
The UN's International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is investigating a potential data breach after cybercriminal "Natohub" claimed to have stolen 42,000 documents containing personal information. ICAO previously faced a 2016 cyberattack that they allegedly attempted to cover up.
2025.01.09
MISCONFIGURED LICENSE PLATE READERS ARE LEAKING DATA IN REAL TIME
Security Researcher Matt Brown purchased and reverse engineered the firmware of a Motorola automated license plate reader (ALPR) system. Brown used a unique error page to find 150 Internet exposed Motorola ALPR systems that did not implement any form of authentication. Wired journalists confirmed that these cameras are deployed by law enforcement and are leaking license plate number, car location, make and model, and other metadata from thousands of cars in just 20 minutes of sample time.
2025.01.09
USING THE MACH-O MODULE IN YARA-X
This post introduces some of the improvements that the new Yara-X Mach-O module makes over the original. The new Mach-O module parses many of the core structures that are used in Mach-O binaries including the symbol table, imports, exports, entitlements, remote paths, and dylibs. The module also allows for calculating binary similarities by hashing the above structures.
2025.01.09
ATTACKING ENTRA METAVERSE: PART 1
Part 1 of a series of blog posts exploring the Entra metaverse and demonstrating attacks against it. It introduces the concept of the Entra metaverse and demonstrates how the compromise of an Entra user can be used to fully compromise an on-premise AD user. The following posts explore cross-domain attacks and argue that the Entra Tenant is your trust boundary when using Entra.
2025.01.09
CROSS CACHE ATTACK CHEATSHEET
This article describes a technique called "cross-cache attack" in Linux kernel exploitation that allows transferring a Use-After-Free (UAF) vulnerability from one object to another, even if they're allocated from different slabs. The attack involves a five-step process: spraying object-A sharing a slab with object-V, allocating a victim object-V, freeing object-V, freeing specific objects to trigger slab recycling through the buddy system, and finally spraying object-B to overlap with the freed object-V's memory. The article provides detailed code examples and experimental results, including a timing-based technique called SLUBStick that helps determine the state of slab allocation in the kernel.
2025.01.09
CYBERBRO
A simple application that extracts your IoCs from garbage input and checks their reputation using multiple CTI services.
2025.01.09
ELEMENT SECURITY (PRODUCT LAUNCH)
Element is designed to proactively identify and mitigate risks by continuously discovering and mapping assets, and feeding identified assets into a proprietary exploit engine to assess exploitability.
2025.01.09
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CONVOC2
ConvoC2 provides C2 infrastructure that allows for executing system commands via Microsoft Teams.
2025.01.09
11 THOUGHTS ON “A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROLIFIC VOICE PHISHING CREW”
Brian Krebs has notes on a sophisticated voice phishing operation called "Crypto Chameleon" that is exploiting Apple and Google's legitimate services to scam cryptocurrency owners, using a coordinated team approach and phishing panels to steal millions from victims including billionaire Mark Cuban, while operating openly on messaging platforms like Discord and Telegram where the criminals frequently betray each other.
2025.01.09
800+ “POTENTIAL VULNERABILITIES AND BIASES” MAY AFFLICT AI-INFUSED MEDICAL SERVICES
The Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) led an effort in coordination with the Crowdsourced AI Red-Teaming Assurance Program and healthcare agencies to evaluate the usage of LLMs in military medical services. The over 200 participants evaluated three popular LLMs for a clinical note summarization and advisory Chatbot. The effort was concluded with over 800 potential vulnerabilities and biases identified with suggested improvements to reduce the number in future efforts.
2025.01.09
BACKDOORING YOUR BACKDOORS - ANOTHER $20 DOMAIN, MORE GOVERNMENTS
WatchTowr Labs researchers discovered over 4,000 active web backdoors that were hijacked by registering expired domains. The backdoors allowed unauthorized access to high-profile targets like government and university systems. The domains are now managed by The Shadowserver Foundation to prevent misuse by cybercriminals.
2025.01.09
MAGIC/TRAGIC EMAIL LINKS: DON'T MAKE THEM THE ONLY OPTION
While magic links in emails are being promoted for easier logins, they can be problematic for users with multiple devices and slower connections.
2025.01.09
APPLE'S NEW AI FEATURE REWORDS SCAM MESSAGES TO MAKE THEM LOOK MORE LEGIT
Apple's new AI feature is rephrasing scam messages to look more legitimate on iPhones and Macs, potentially leading to more people falling for scams.
2025.01.09
HOW WE CRACKED A 512-BIT DKIM KEY FOR LESS THAN $8 IN THE CLOUD
Researchers successfully cracked a 512-bit RSA key in the cloud for less than $8, demonstrating the importance of using secure key lengths in email security measures.
2025.01.09
COMMERCE REDEFINED: TIKTOK'S ROLE IN USHERING IN A NEW ERA OF COMMERCE FOR SHOPPERS AND BUSINESSES
Ipsos, in collaboration with TikTok, explored the new era of commerce to shed light on how platforms like TikTok are fundamentally altering the way consumers interact with brands and make purchasing decisions. 3 in 4 shoppers on TikTok agree that the app is the go-to place to discover new brands and products – replacing the role that traditional search engines have played. The app's “interest graph” allows brands to reach audiences that extend beyond their core persona or target market, opening doors to previously untapped demographics to drive sales. In fact, TikTok outpaces other core media and e-commerce platforms when it comes to purchase consideration metrics.
2025.01.09
MARKETING TO BOTS: WELCOME TO THE AGENTIC ERA
Shelly Palmer's CES 2025 keynote described a technological upheaval redefining marketing, creativity, and human agency. He explained that businesses now market to AI-driven personas, not individuals. Traditional ad IDs and link-based search are becoming obsolete. He described the generative AI era as a turning point in history, raising questions about authorship, energy use, and the future of AI.
2025.01.09
HOW ONE STARTUP 6X-ED THEIR ACTIVATION AND 5X-ED FREE-TO-PAID CONVERSION
Starting with 5% activation and 1% free-to-paid conversion rates, Navattic improved these metrics to 33% and 5%, respectively, through user-focused onboarding changes. They simplified the sign-up process, added step-by-step guidance, and introduced pre-built templates to showcase examples. In-app banners and contextual upgrade prompts highlighted the value of paid features without disrupting user workflows.
2025.01.09
HOW TO BREAK DOWN DESIGN PROJECTS INTO BITE-SIZE SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT
Nneka Mosley breaks down long-term design projects into multi-part social media content to grow her DIY brand. This encourages repeat engagement and builds suspense. She repurposes footage for formats like before-and-after videos and maintains a posting schedule of 3 times per week to balance growth and workload. Tools like Splice, CapCut, and a content calendar streamline production. Investing in a manager and videographer enhances content quality and partnerships.
2025.01.09
A/B TESTING IN 2025: WHY YOUR EMAIL OPENS ARE TANKING
Email campaigns that leverage AI for subject line testing see a 34% boost in engagement and multivariate testing improves conversion rates by 27%. Best practices for email testing include using at least 1,000 subscribers per variant, mobile-friendly subject lines of 41-50 characters, and a minimum 24-hour testing period to ensure statistical accuracy. Combine behavioral data and cross-channel alignment to enhance performance and make emails more measurable.
2025.01.09