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Year of AI Returns | The Vergecast

The Vergecast kicks off the year with a discussion on the upcoming CES event. Expectations are high for AI-powered gadgets, Windows laptops, and innovative ideas in the world of gadgets. The hosts express excitement for CES showcasing products that are practical and appealing to consumers.

From College Dropout to $40 Million at Age 23

In this interview, Sam Ratner, a young entrepreneur, shares his journey from college dropout to selling a sports betting company for $40 million. The hosts of the podcast delve into Ratner's intriguing background, including his passion for online poker and his insights into the evolving sports betting market.

Industry Insights

CAMERA TECHNOLOGY TO COMBAT AI-GENERATED FAKES

Nikon, Sony Group, and Canon are collaborating to develop camera technology that can embed digital signatures in images, enabling easy differentiation from AI-generated fakes. This innovative solution aims to combat the rise of fake images in the digital era.

AMAZON'S SILENT SACKING

Discover the impact of Amazon's hiring freeze, which has lasted over a year, resulting in employee departures and potential operational challenges. Learn about the predicted major AWS outage in 2024 and the implications of this silent sacking on Amazon's future.

Emerging Tech

HUMANOID ROBOTS: ADVANCEMENTS AND APPLICATIONS

Explore the latest advancements and applications in humanoid robots. Discover how these innovative machines are revolutionizing industries and pushing the boundaries of technology.

GOLDMAN SACHS EYEING BITCOIN ETF ROLE

Goldman Sachs is in discussions to become an authorized participant for proposed spot Bitcoin ETFs by BlackRock and Grayscale. This role is crucial in ensuring that ETF shares align with underlying assets, indicating Goldman Sachs' interest in the growing cryptocurrency market.

Research & Innovation

NASA'S FLYBY OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM'S MOST VOLCANICALLY ACTIVE MOON

NASA recently conducted a flyby of the solar system's most volcanically active moon. Explore the exciting mission and learn about the fascinating discoveries made during this exploration.

THE GOLDEN AGE OF GENE THERAPY

Discover how the approval of CRISPR-based gene therapies in the UK and the US is ushering in a new era of possibilities for gene editing. Explore the potential for better editing, more targets, and equitable therapies, while acknowledging the challenges of high prices and ethical concerns that still need to be addressed.

Engineering & Resources

THE HARDEST PART OF BUILDING SOFTWARE IS NOT CODING, IT'S REQUIREMENTS

Discover how databases go beyond data storage to play a crucial role in organizing program memory and solving performance challenges. This article introduces data-oriented design as a programming paradigm that prioritizes efficient data transformation, leading to optimized performance. Explore the benefits of this approach in maximizing your software's efficiency.

SCALING PINTEREST TO 11 MILLION USERS WITH 6 ENGINEERS

Discover how Pinterest successfully scaled its platform to accommodate 11 million users with just 6 engineers. Learn key takeaways from their scaling journey, including the importance of using proven technologies and maintaining a simple architecture. Dive into this 6-minute read to gain insights from Pinterest's experience.

Miscellaneous

2024 NEW GRAD POSITIONS

Explore a comprehensive list of new graduate software engineer positions across the industry for the year 2024. Find exciting opportunities for recent graduates looking to kickstart their careers in software engineering.

WING: AN OPEN-SOURCE CLOUD-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE

Introducing WING, an open-source programming language specifically designed for cloud-oriented development. With WING, cloud development is simplified, and portability across different cloud providers is made possible. Explore the features and benefits of this innovative language.

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