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Qwen 3.8 27B is excellent, but it defaults to overthinking things
tool
10 min read
Qwen 3.8 27B is a vision-capable language model with 27 billion parameters, released under the Apache 2 license by Alibaba's Qwen research lab. Self-reported benchmarks indicate significant performance improvements over its predecessor, Qwen 3.6 27B.
Young People Hate AI CEOs So Passionately That It's Almost Hard to Believe
opinion
2 min read
A survey by CNBC’s Generation Labs reveals that over 1,000 US adults aged 18 to 34 express strong dislike for AI CEOs and tech executives. This marks a significant shift from a decade ago when young adults were eager to work for leading tech companies like Google and Apple.
Nvidia dramatically reduces amount of OpenAI infra financing it may guarantee
news
1 min read
Nvidia is scaling back its potential $250 billion guarantee for OpenAI's data center financing. This reduction reflects a shift in Nvidia's commitment to supporting OpenAI's infrastructure needs.
The Case Against Formal Verification, 50 Years Later
opinion
8 min read
Interest in software verification has surged, with a notable increase in Google Trends searches for formal verification and formal methods over the past two years. Many engineers are now learning Lean and exploring new specification languages, indicating a growing excitement around the topic.
Stripe Clinches over $7B Deal to Buy AI Firm OpenRouter
news
1 min read
Stripe Inc. has agreed to acquire OpenRouter Inc. for over $7 billion. OpenRouter specializes in helping companies switch between different AI models, reflecting the growing demand for cost-effective AI solutions.
Red queen hypothesis – A new way forward for self-improving AI
research
5 min read
Researchers from NVIDIA and Flower Labs have developed a method for recursive self-improving AI agents that allows them to enhance their own code without reaching an evaluation ceiling. This advancement addresses a significant challenge in the development of self-improving AI.
Models Are Getting Dumber on Purpose
opinion
6 min read
Reasoning scores for AI models are increasing while per-token compute is decreasing. GLM-5.2 achieves 99.2% on AIME 2026 with 40 billion parameters, Qwen3.5 scores 91.3% with 17 billion parameters, and DeepSeek V4-Flash operates with 13 billion parameters, contrasting with GPT-4's rumored 280 billion parameters which struggled with AIME problems.
MathCode, Mathematical Coding Agent
tool
1 min read
MathCode is a terminal AI coding assistant that converts plain language math problems into Lean 4 theorems and attempts formal proofs. It features a persistent Lean REPL, reusable theorem and axiom libraries, agentic proving, and integrates with an Obsidian knowledge graph, requiring macOS (arm64) or Linux (x86_64) and the codex CLI.
St Lucie Nuclear Reactor Unit 1 manually shutdown, 3 control rods drop into core
news
1 min read
Unit 1 at the St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant was manually shut down on August 13, 2026, after three control rods dropped into the reactor core while operating at 100% power. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission classified the event as a non-emergency.
The AI Credit Resale Economy
opinion
3 min read
Token brokers are individuals or entities that purchase unused credits from startups and resell them, often at significant discounts. The concept gained attention through discussions with founders and industry contacts who have experienced offers for tokens, such as those from Anthropic.
Claude: System Prompts
tool
1 min read
Claude's web interface and mobile apps utilize a system prompt to deliver current information, like the date, at the start of each conversation. The system prompt also promotes specific behaviors, such as delivering code snippets in Markdown, and is periodically updated to enhance response quality.
Research papers using "kidney disappointment" instead of "kidney failure"
tool
1 min read
Google Scholar is a freely accessible web search engine that indexes the full text or metadata of scholarly literature across various formats. It provides a platform for researchers to find academic papers, theses, books, and conference proceedings.
A True Telnet BBS on a Casio Calculator
tool
12 min read
A Bulletin Board Service (BBS) has been successfully hosted on a Casio VX-4 calculator. The developer has created four software applications for the Casio Pocket Computer calculators, with one already published on GitHub and the others planned for open source release.
AI Coding Without the Vibes
opinion
32 min read
Efforts to prevent cheating with AI in educational settings are ongoing, but many students seeking shortcuts will continue to find ways around learning. A focus on supporting students who genuinely want to learn and are willing to invest time in their education is essential.
What happens when an LLM never sees material beyond fifth grade?
tool
3 min read
LittleLearner is a hosted 5B model designed for interactive use in a browser, allowing users to study knowledge acquisition in language models. It utilizes an 88B-token corpus filtered to the U.S. elementary-school curriculum, enabling controlled training and comparison with unfiltered models.
The Iran War Is a Whole New Level of Quagmire for the US
opinion
8 min read
Three main camps are emerging with proposals regarding the US's involvement in the Iran War, each presenting distinct downsides. The situation is viewed as a complex quagmire for US foreign policy.
Patterns and problems in emerging multi-agent systems
research
19 min read
AI agents are increasingly performing tasks in shared codebases, markets, and social systems, leading to more real-world interactions. Ongoing research is focused on understanding these interactions at scale amid uncertainties about their implications.
Software Engineering fundamentals matter more
opinion
5 min read
Software engineering fundamentals are increasingly important in the face of evolving technologies and methodologies. Careful consideration of choices in software and systems development is essential for effective problem-solving.
Tracking down a Zsh history data loss bug
tool
23 min read
Zsh 5.9.2, released on July 12, 2026, includes a fix for a bug that caused data loss in the Z shell history file. The bug was tracked down by patching Zsh to crash loudly and analyzing the core dump from the crash.
Israeli PR wants to answer your ChatGPT questions
news
8 min read
Israel has launched a campaign to influence large language models like ChatGPT to shape responses about Gaza and the Israel Defense Forces. Havas Media is establishing an institute to provide positive narratives to these models amid declining public support in the U.S.
AI in drug discovery – what it is, where we stand and the path forward
opinion
6 min read
AI techniques are increasingly applied in drug discovery, but evidence of their real clinical impact remains limited. Experts in the field emphasize the need for critical evaluation of these applications amidst a flood of promotional content.
AI has access to a vastly larger working memory than the human brain
opinion
15 min read
AI systems excel in solving mathematical problems due to their extensive symbolic working memory rather than superior reasoning abilities. Their performance is attributed to the absorption of vast amounts of mathematical examples and reinforcement learning techniques.
I Remain a Skeptic
opinion
4 min read
There are concerns regarding the efficacy of large language models (LLMs) for building non-trivial software. Issues such as environmental impact, social and political implications, ecosystem lock-in, and the potential erosion of labor bargaining power contribute to skepticism about their use.
Semaglutide linked to 26% lower 5-year predicted dementia risk
research
1 min read
Semaglutide is associated with a 26% reduction in the predicted risk of developing dementia over five years. This finding suggests potential cognitive benefits of the drug beyond its use for weight management and diabetes.
AI Can Now Design Functional Viruses. Should We Worry?
research
6 min read
Researchers at Stanford University created 16 bacteria-infecting viruses using a genomic language model trained on extensive DNA sequences. These viruses represent the first complete, functional genomes generated entirely by AI.
Printytron – Describe a part, get a printable STL
tool
2 min read
Printytron allows users to describe a 3D object in plain English and generates a printable STL file with accurate dimensions. The service is free for personal use, requires no account, and is compatible with various slicers like Bambu, Prusa, and Cura.
Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?
news
4 min read
Secondhand book sales are experiencing a significant increase, with independent booksellers noting unusual bulk orders being shipped to distant warehouses. Stuart Manley from Barter Books reported a recent single order from a Canadian company that matched his typical weekly sales.
Cloudflare's AI Psychosis
opinion
9 min read
Cloudflare provides services that enhance website performance and security. The platform has evolved from a background protector of the internet to a more visible player in the AI space.
Analyst gets probation after telling ChatGPT about plans to rape and kill his ex
news
1 min read
Darren Zhou, a 25-year-old financial analyst at Goldman Sachs, was sentenced to eight years of probation for communicating plans to kidnap, rape, and kill his ex-girlfriend to ChatGPT. His arrest followed reports made to the FBI by the AI company regarding his messages over several months.
Yadda 3.0.0: BDD in the Age of AI Agents
tool
9 min read
Yadda 3.0.0 is a Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) library for JavaScript now available on npm. It allows users to map ordinary language specifications to executable code with a flexible syntax, unlike more prescriptive BDD tools like Cucumber.
Could a computer scientist build a brain?
research
36 min read
A program is proposed to enable a single cell to build itself into a brain using only genomic information. The program must be compact enough to fit within a genome and efficient enough to complete development in a timely manner.
Auto-research with codex: How I achieved a 232x Faster Kernel
research
26 min read
Codex was utilized to achieve a 232x faster kernel for the qr_v2 problem in GPU mode. The implementation involved optimizing the blocked Householder algorithm and introducing idea diversity to enhance performance.
Working with AI Feels More Like Leadership Than Coding
opinion
2 min read
Working with AI introduces unpredictability compared to traditional software development, emphasizing the importance of context, clarity, and feedback. Leadership skills become essential, as effective communication can lead to improved outcomes beyond initial expectations.
Debian has begun voting on the future of AI/LLM contributions
opinion
1 min read
AI scrapers are causing disruptions across the web, necessitating JavaScript to access certain pages. Users must enable JavaScript to utilize the specified page effectively.
OpenAI talent exodus raises 'huge red flag' ahead of IPO
news
6 min read
OpenAI's chief revenue officer Denise Dresser, operating chief Brad Lightcap, and another top executive Fidji Simo have all departed from the company, creating instability in its leadership. This mass exodus raises concerns about the company's readiness for an upcoming IPO.
Jane Street suffers $15B hit after meltdown at Situational Awareness
news
1 min read
Jane Street experienced a $15 billion loss due to a significant failure in its Situational Awareness system. This incident has raised concerns about the firm's risk management and operational stability.
The case for overhauling American science
opinion
1 min read
Michael Kratsios advocates for an overhaul of American science to leverage AI and enhance competitiveness against China. He references the historical context of Vannevar Bush's report, "Science: The Endless Frontier," which shaped government support for basic science in the U.S.
Stop sending me huge PRs; a rant
opinion
2 min read
Large pull requests (PRs) can complicate the review process, making it difficult for maintainers to manage code changes effectively. Smaller PRs are preferred for their ease of review, benefiting both the reviewer and the overall development workflow.
Going Dark, and the era of law enforcement hacking
opinion
7 min read
Concerns are rising about the implications of AI in various fields, particularly in terms of security and privacy. The potential for AI to create significant challenges is prompting discussions among experts in the industry.
CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back
news
4 min read
Vishal Garg, the former CEO of Better Home & Finance, was fired on August 3 after previously laying off 900 employees via Zoom before the 2021 holiday season. Garg claims he was misled by his successor, Daniel Lewis, who expressed support for the company's strategy before taking his position.
Anthropic Risk August 2026 [pdf]
research
1 min read
Anthropic's Risk Report for August 2026 outlines potential risks associated with AI systems and proposes strategies for mitigation. The report emphasizes the importance of safety measures and responsible AI development practices.
How Claude's text watermarking works
news
11 min read
Future Claude models will incorporate a text watermark to indicate the likelihood of AI involvement in text generation. This implementation aligns with compliance requirements of the EU AI Act.
Maximizing the value of your Claude Code sessions
tool
12 min read
Efficient Claude Code sessions can be achieved by using the /clear command to remove irrelevant context and reduce token usage. The /context command displays loaded elements, allowing users to eliminate unnecessary components for streamlined interactions.
AI by Hand
opinion
1 min read
AI by Hand focuses on teaching math, algorithms, and architectures through hands-on techniques. Prof. Tom Yeh leads the initiative, which has garnered over 73,000 subscribers.
Google is making private AI practical with homomorphic encryption
tool
4 min read
HEIR is an open-source compiler in Google's Private Computing Toolkit that enables cryptographically-secure private AI inference using homomorphic encryption. This tool addresses the balance between privacy and security in AI applications.
Introducing Toast 1
tool
5 min read
Toast 1 is a specialized search agent that matches or outperforms Claude Opus 5 and GPT-5.6 Sol while being up to 10× cheaper and 12× faster. It excels with Mixedbread Search but is compatible with any search backend and is capable of performing real knowledge work, including reasoning and analyzing complex document collections.
Qwen3.8-27B
tool
1 min read
We promised open weights for Qwen3.8. Now, time to meet them! 🎉 ⚡ Qwen3.8-27B: - A native multimodal dense model. With just 27B parameters, it outperforms Qwen3.7-Plus overall and shines in real-world coding & office workflows. - 262K native context, easily extendable to 1M tokens via YaRN. - Built for builders. Highly efficient, high-quality, and licensed under Apache 2.0. 🚀 The open weights for ...
When Genius Fails: The Intellectual Arrogance of the AI Labs
opinion
12 min read
Leopold Aschenbrenner's hedge fund, Situational Awareness, experienced a $20 billion setback. Aschenbrenner previously worked on OpenAI's Superalignment team before being dismissed over alleged leaks.
AI Model Atlas – visualizing populations of ML models as interconnected 3D graph
tool
1 min read
AI Model Atlas visualizes populations of machine learning models as interconnected 3D graphs. This tool facilitates the exploration and analysis of model relationships and performance.
Cursor is now a part of SpaceX
news
1 min read
Cursor has been acquired by SpaceX, finalizing a process that began in April with a partnership to enhance model training efforts. The acquisition aims to advance Cursor's capabilities in developing AI teammates for real work applications.