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This release marks the largest open and permissively licensed dataset for language model training. It has substantial multilingual representation.
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This release marks the largest open and permissively licensed dataset for language model training. It has substantial multilingual representation.
Zero shot drum style transfer for any input rhythm is a fun music use case for artists. This is done with a masked token modeling objective which is well suited for audio.
HiCoM advances real-time 3D reconstruction from multi-view streaming videos by addressing challenges in storage, training speed, and rendering quality.
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Janus is the multimodal model from DeepSeek. DeepSeek just released a new version that uses rectified flows (similar to Meta Movie Gen) for image generation and understanding. The results are extremely compelling.
Problem-Oriented Segmentation & Retrieval (POSR) is a method that divides conversations into meaningful segments and links each part to relevant reference materials, such as worksheets or meeting notes.
Researchers have introduced an improved finetuning technique for generative image composition that blends a given foreground object into a new background to create lifelike images.
Stackblitz built an online developer tool that is highly integrated with Claude Sonnet 3.5. This post tells the story of how it achieved $4m ARR in just a few short months.
StoryTeller is a new system designed to generate coherent descriptions for long videos. The project addresses the challenges of plot consistency and character tracking across scenes.
Fei-Fei Li's creation of the massive ImageNet dataset was instrumental in the resurgence of neural networks. The dataset provided the training data necessary for breakthrough models like AlexNet. AlexNet, trained using GPUs and guided by Geoffrey Hinton's backpropagation technique, demonstrated the power of deep learning on large datasets, sparking the modern AI boom. This pivotal moment underscored the importance of combining neural networks, big data, and GPU computing for advancing AI.
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75% of small businesses are already leveraging AI. CallRail and Assembly.AI break down the decision for late adopters in this on-demand webinar – Demystifying AI for Small Businesses. Watch it here [20].
SAMPart3D is a powerful technique from the University of Hong Kong that allows for the segmentation of 3D objects into their semantically meaningful parts.
Lume automates data mapping with AI, streamlining mapping, cleaning, and validation of data.
AI agents are increasingly being used to quickly create functional apps for tasks like resizing SVGs.
Bitcoin surged past $90,000 and reached $93,000 during US trading hours. The Coinbase Premium Index has hit its highest level since April, indicating strong US demand. BlackRock's IBIT was the fourth most-traded ETF, with $1.2 billion in volume within the first hour of trading. Spot trading volumes indicate a fundamentals-driven rally. Bitcoin is up more than other major cryptos like ETH and SOL.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce expressed concerns that the agency lacks the preparation for new crypto-friendly policies under Trump, who has pledged clearer crypto regulations and potentially a new SEC chair more favorable to the industry. Peirce says there is a need for thoughtful crypto rule-making now to facilitate swift action if Trump's administration pushes for more transparent guidance in the sector.
AltLayer has unveiled Autonome, a no-code platform for creating and deploying autonomous AI agents with a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE). Autonome is designed to advance the “Verifiable Agentic Web,” where AI agents have access to onchain interactions. The platform will include a Build Studio that leverages Coinbase Developer Platform's AgentKit, allowing developers to create model-agnostic AI agents that can autonomously manage assets, adapt to market conditions, and interact with decentralized protocols.
BlackRock has expanded its tokenized USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL) to multiple blockchains, including Aptos, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, and Polygon. The move allows BUIDL to offer on-chain yield, real-time transfers, and dividend distribution, while enabling developers to integrate the fund into blockchain-based financial products with flexibility in custody and ecosystem choice.
The Midwest Blockchain Conference at the University of Michigan brought together students from major universities with industry professionals. The conference highlighted the potential for memecoins to drive retail investor engagement through the “TikTok-ification of finance.” The University of Michigan's representatives expressed interest in crypto investments and DePIN. The conference highlighted the promising pipeline of crypto-native talent at US universities.
This post explores the rise of Zerebro, a new "agentic protocol" on-chain AI project that combines autonomous digital agents with innovative memory and search features, allowing the AI to evolve with user interactions across multiple social platforms. Zerebro is pioneering a blueprint for "agentic" on-chain projects through rapid community-building strategies, token launches, and cross-chain NFT projects, highlighting a shift from simple AI bots to full-stack, decentralized community managers.
Ethereum has lost its ambitious vision amid development challenges and competing blockchains. It needs to return to its original goal of being a global compute platform for solving coordination problems. There are four major technical objectives for the next five years: implement 1-second block times, achieve single-slot finality, increase throughput beyond 1,000 TPS, and introduce multiple concurrent proposers (MCP). MCP could enable real-time censorship resistance and align Ethereum's market microstructure with its vision of credible neutrality. High fees and centralized block proposition are limiting Ethereum's potential.
World, formerly known as Worldcoin, is pushing forward with ambitious plans to create a global identity and financial network. It has onboarded 7.5M users through incentives like $WLD airdrops and deployed 900 biometric Orbs worldwide. World aims to tackle challenges around AI, transparency, and fair governance while navigating regulatory hurdles with the launch of a redesigned Orb, the World App “Super App,” and World Chain as a dedicated Layer 2.
Utopia Labs, a stablecoin payment processor, has joined the Base team to help Coinbase Wallet with onchain payments.
Espresso, a decentralized sequencer market, is now live on mainnet.
The FBI raided the New York City apartment of Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan - it's unclear whether he or the company is under investigation.
Solana NFT marketplace Tensor is launching Vector.fun, a SocialFi platform that combines social interaction with token trading.
A clever Easter egg in Google lets typography fans view their search results in the font Comic Sans just by searching “Comic Sans.” This playful feature applies the famously divisive font across the search results. It has sparked mixed reactions, but delighted those who recognize it as a humorous nod to font culture. Comic Sans has long been a polarizing choice, but Google's Easter egg shows its enduring cultural impact.
Figma is opening offices in Australia to build partnerships with major clients like Telstra and Atlassian, expanding its global reach while supporting a vibrant local design community. The company recently launched a new office in Sydney to strengthen its presence. The move aligns with Figma's growth strategy and recent AI-powered platform unification efforts.
Riot Games partnered with Stink Studios to create a cohesive new design system that enhances the player experience and unites its diverse gaming worlds. Unveiled on November 13, the rebrand features the iconic Riot Red and spotlights characters as brand ambassadors, positioning the company's fist bump logo as a symbol of community.
At Web Summit Lisbon 2024, Apple's global head of accessibility, Sarah Herrlinger, spoke of the company's commitment to accessibility, which has been rooted in a dedicated team since 1985. She highlighted innovations like AI-powered Eye Tracking and Sound Recognition, AssistiveTouch on Apple Watch, and clinical-grade hearing health in AirPods Pro 2.
Competitive research can strengthen team buy-in by highlighting where competitors outperform or fall short. Focusing on specific features allows for targeted comparisons. The "Problem-Agitate-Solution" framework can be used to effectively illustrate deficiencies and solutions to help persuade stakeholders. Comparisons with similarly-sized competitors provide realistic, relatable insights to support design changes.
Human-AI collaboration can reduce accuracy in tasks where AI excels, such as identifying fake reviews. Human involvement often leads to over- or under-reliance on AI, lowering performance. The combination of human creativity with AI's execution abilities is effective for open-ended tasks.
Excalidraw is a virtual collaborative whiteboard tool for sketching diagrams with a hand-drawn feel.
Flexbe uses standard sections to help users create websites quickly. This approach guarantees that content is automatically aligned to the grid and adapted to different devices.
Feta helps product and engineering teams capture meeting context, automate post-meeting tasks, and focus only on high-impact work.
FLIPPO Pet Food is a design-focused brand that offers natural pet nutrition. Its playful, bold packaging, designed by Colombia's Invade Design, features clean lines, vibrant colors, and engaging illustrations. The high-quality photography by Serena.Studio highlights FLIPPO's fresh ingredients, while the bold typography and humorous messaging make FLIPPO's products appealing and relatable.
How you frame a problem can shape decision-making. People tend toward risk aversion when focused on gains, preferring certainty. Conversely, people exhibit risk-taking behavior when focused on losses, preferring uncertain options with potentially better outcomes.
The UK's toll systems often feel punitive, especially for infrequent users who face fines for missed payments. Its design prioritizes revenue over user-friendliness, with 20% of income from fines. While it would be ethical to design fairer systems, business goals often clash with user needs.
UI/UX designers can avoid burnout and build a sustainable career by focusing on a single, impactful strategy that aligns with their passion, skills, and financial goals.
Usability testing pinpoints issues and improvement areas, enhancing the overall user experience.
While some artists fear job loss due to AI, others believe AI can elevate craftsmanship and empower their creativity and outputs.
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Some hydration drinks are made with excess sodium designed for athletes, but an estimated 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated* due to simple things like not drinking enough water or taking certain medications.
The shoppable trend integrates commerce directly into content, allowing users to buy products within articles, videos, or social media without leaving the platform. While this seamless shopping experience boosts convenience, it presents challenges such as content overload and the need for brands to balance authenticity with commercialization. Competition is fierce, with major platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube continually enhancing their shoppable features.
Social commerce is growing, with U.S. sales expected to surpass $100 billion by 2025, largely driven by platforms like TikTok Shop. However, trust concerns persist, with 52% of shoppers citing security as a barrier and 44% needing more trust in platforms to shop. Despite this, younger shoppers are more likely to adopt social commerce, with 34% of 18- to 34-year-olds shopping weekly. To boost adoption, brands must focus on building trust by ensuring secure transactions and showcasing social proof.
Gather competitor emails in a designated folder, then take a single screen capture of their subject lines using a minimized screen view. Upload this image to ChatGPT and ask for feedback on which headlines are the most and least engaging and why. Gain actionable insights in just 30 seconds.
Hypergrowth companies succeed by creating friction-free growth, turning users into advocates, building certification programs, expanding their markets, and strategically managing pricing. Key steps towards growth include optimizing websites and content for easy customer navigation and decision-making, fostering community engagement, and providing certifications to encourage user loyalty and expertise. Expanding product offerings and customer base also sustains growth, as does adjusting prices to align value with cost over time. Despite OpenAI's rapid expansion, it faces challenges in content specificity, pricing, and global reach. However, the company shows promise by leveraging developer communities and planned pricing adjustments to fuel its continued growth trajectory.
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Dan shares results from consistently posting for 90 days: 239k impressions, over 1.6k new followers, and an increase in advertisers mentioning hearing about TLDR on LinkedIn. He also provides key learnings including how topical relevance matters more than posting for impressions and follower growth.
Gen Z, the most diverse generation with 50% identifying as people of color, demands brands reflect authenticity and a commitment to diversity. They view diversity as a core value, not a trend, and it strongly influences their purchasing decisions. YPulse will share the latest insights from its 2024 Diverse Brands report on November 20.