Space Telescopes Might Be Seeing More Than They Bargained For

TL;DR Space telescopes face challenges in detecting Earth-like exoplanets due to diffraction limits, causing ‘photobombing’ from nearby moons and planets.

By @photobomb [ 4 Min read ]

Author:

(1) Prabal Saxena, CRESST II/University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742, USA and NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Maryland 20771, USA ([email protected]).

Abstract and 1. Introduction

This paper is available on arxiv under ATTRIBUTION-SHAREALIKE 4.0 INTERNATIONAL license...

web3

No, Crypto Is NOT a Tax-free Investment (Plus Other Lies Youve Been Told)

TL;DR Janine Grainger explores the myths of tax and crypto and gets you on the right track for an easy tax return if you are holding crypto assets

By @janinegrainger [ 4 Min read ]

After tallying up your income from crypto, the exact tax you owe will depend on your income tax bracket.

In short: it’s a big, fat NO!

In general, there are some common principles that apply wherever you’re trading…..

startups

I Learned the Hard Way That Startup High Executives Profit While Employees Struggle

TL;DR Who really profits in a startup? Our deep dive into startup salaries reveals how executives secure big paydays while employees take on the risk.

By @bill-achola [ 3 Min read ]

If you work at a startup, here’s something you need to know.

The pay gap between executives and employees isn’t just real—it’s massive. And most people don’t realize how bad it is until they’re the ones struggling to make ends meet while leadership cashes in.

Ask questions.

Demand transparency...

machine-learning

New AI Model Can ‘Think About Thinking’ Without Extra Training

TL;DR The emergence of metacognitive behaviors in the State Stream Transformer architecture challenges fundamental assumptions about language model capabilities.

By @theaaviss [ 10 Min read ]

There appears to be a “Goldilocks zone” for both thinking time and state stream strength, along with a complex interaction between both and “task complexity” or “question difficulty” — a highly interesting phenomenon that warrants further research!

https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1053210529?embedable=true..

programming

Rust in Linux: A Powerful Tool—But How Do We Strike the Right Balance?

TL;DR This article explores how Rust can be integrated into the Linux kernel without compromising long-term adaptability.

By @rainstorm [ 4 Min read ]

According to research on organizational ambidexterity, very large-scale projects like Linux must continuously engage in two types of activities to stay adaptable, relevant, and successful:..

How do you view the impact of Trump’s tariffs on the technology sector and U.S. consumers?

Recent reports highlight that Trump's tariff policy is stirring debate. While the tariffs aim to boost domestic production and protect American jobs, they are also linked to rising consumer prices and challenges for tech companies, leaving the overall impact uncertain.

Boost for Domestic Innovation: Tariffs support U.S. jobs and tech production despite slight price hikes. A Pricey Gamble: Tariffs raise costs for tech companies and consumers with unclear benefits. Mixed Effects: The policy shows both upsides and downsides across sectors. Outdated Strategy: Tariffs disrupt global supply chains and increase prices in today's economy.

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