Pairing Joplin with NotebookLM for Enhanced Note-Taking

Joplin is an open-source note-taking app that allows users to store their markdown notes, notebooks, tags, and plugins on their device by default. This gives users full control over where their files are stored. If you like Joplin for writing and brainstorming but need AI-powered analysis and exploration tools, pairing it with NotebookLM can be … Read more

Forgotten Protocol IPv5 Left Behind by Broadband Advancements

The history of the internet is full of unexpected developments and failed experiments. One such experiment was Internet Stream Protocol (ST), also known as IPv5. This protocol, designed in the late 1970s, aimed to provide real-time streaming capabilities for defense purposes. Although it was never ratified as a global protocol, its legacy lives on in … Read more

Google’s $100 Billion Quarter Marks Resurgence Amid AI Rivalry

Google has undergone a significant turnaround after being caught off guard by the emergence of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The search giant has invested heavily in AI technology, with its latest model, Gemini 3, receiving dazzling reviews and launching within Search on day one. Despite initial challenges, Google is now racing to innovate and adapt to the … Read more

Military Torn Between Duty and Law in Trump Era

The US military is facing an unprecedented crisis as its personnel are torn between their duty to follow orders and their moral obligation to disobey illegal ones. The situation has sparked a heated debate on social media, with President Donald Trump labeling the lawmakers’ action “seditious behavior, punishable by death.” However, many service members understand … Read more

FDA Approves Controversial Fentanyl-Blocking Drug with Blockchain Ties

The Food and Drug Administration has given “positive feedback” to a new drug called Nalmefene, developed by Tharimmune Inc, which claims to block fentanyl overdose. However, experts say the idea that accidental contact can cause a fatal overdose is largely debunked. The company behind Nalmefene also has ties to the blockchain industry and its business … Read more

“Researchers Discover ‘Adversarial Poetry’ Flaw in AI Chatbots”

Even top AI models can be easily tricked into producing harmful responses with minimal effort. Researchers from DEXAI and Sapienza University of Rome found that beautiful or not-so-beautiful poetry is enough to bypass AI safety mechanisms, fooling chatbots up to 90% of the time. In a study awaiting peer review, the researchers used existing harmful … Read more

Middle-Class Status Symbols Fall Flat for the Truly Wealthy

The middle class struggles to signal status, often performing for an audience that doesn’t care. In contrast, the truly wealthy don’t need to impress anyone. They prioritize what matters and focus on quality over quantity. Middle-class people stress about status markers, such as luxury cars, designer logos, and expensive vacations. However, these symbols mean little … Read more

Meta Enters Electricity Trading Amid Rising Energy Demand

Tech giants like Meta and Microsoft are seeking federal approval to trade electricity as they build massive AI data centers. This move aims to secure long-term power deals, reduce risk, and speed up new plant construction. Meta’s head of global energy, Urvi Parekh, believes power developers need assurance that tech companies will invest in the … Read more

AMD Surges Ahead of Nvidia and Broadcom in AI Semiconductor Market

AMD’s data center business is experiencing tremendous growth, with its server CPU enterprise customer base increasing by over 60% this year alone. The company now expects to capture a significant market share in the server CPU market, thanks to its next-generation server CPU, code-named Venice, which promises to be 1.7 times more powerful and efficient … Read more