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Navigating AI's Data Dilemma: To Scrape or Not to Scrape?

Navigating AI's Data Dilemma: To Scrape or Not to Scrape?

"AI systems face a crucial dilemma: choosing between web scraping for quick data access and using official APIs for accuracy and legality."

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Europe’s Startup Scene is Heating Up: Meet the New Unicorns of 2026

Europe’s Startup Scene is Heating Up: Meet the New Unicorns of 2026

Europe’s startup scene is booming with five new unicorns in 2026, including cybersecurity standout Aikido Security, challenging global tech leaders.

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My thoughts on the State of Coding 2026
Artificial Intelligence

My thoughts on the State of Coding 2026

From dial‑up to AI, the pace of adoption has compressed from decades to months. For coders, that means budgeting in dollars per token and planning for on‑prem LLMs are now daily concerns, not future speculation.

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AI Agents Now Have Their Own Social Network—And It’s Getting Weird Fast

AI Agents Now Have Their Own Social Network—And It’s Getting Weird Fast

So, I just came across this article about Moltbook, a Reddit-style social network exclusively for AI agents. Yes, you read that right—AI agents. No humans allowed well, humans can observe, but the posting and interacting are all bot-to-bot....

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JavaScript in 2026: What You Need to Know (and Maybe Worry About)

JavaScript in 2026: What You Need to Know (and Maybe Worry About)

Okay, so we're already a month into 2026, and JavaScript is still evolving at warp speed. I just read this piece over on InfoWorld, and let me tell you, it's got some interesting stuff that every developer should probably pay attention to....

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The Rise of the CAIO: Is This the Solution Your Business Needs?

The Rise of the CAIO: Is This the Solution Your Business Needs?

In the ever-evolving tech landscape, businesses are scrambling to keep up with the latest trends. One such trend is the appointment of Chief AI Officers CAIOs. But is this role really the magic solution everyone's making it out to be....

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NIST’s AI Guidance: A New Era for Cybersecurity?

NIST’s AI Guidance: A New Era for Cybersecurity?

The world of cybersecurity just got a bit more interesting with NIST's latest move. For years, we've been treating AI like any other software—fancy, fast, but essentially the same. Now, it seems that approach is being turned on its head....

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The Evolving Role of CISOs in 2026: More Than Just Tech Experts

The Evolving Role of CISOs in 2026: More Than Just Tech Experts

Hey everyone, Jorge here. I just came across an interesting article about the future of Chief Information Security Officers CISOs and what skills they’ll need to succeed by 2026....

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Pornhub's UK Pullback: A Cautionary Tale of Online Regulation

Pornhub's UK Pullback: A Cautionary Tale of Online Regulation

Pornhub is restricting access for new UK users due to age-verification requirements under the Online Safety Act, raising concerns about privacy and unintended consequences that may drive users to riskier platforms.

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Open Source AI: 16 Projects You Should Know About

Open Source AI: 16 Projects You Should Know About

Hey everyone. So, I just came across this interesting article about 16 open-source projects that are making waves in the world of AI and machine learning....

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AI in 2026: More Than Just the Usual Hype?

AI in 2026: More Than Just the Usual Hype?

In 2026, experts warn that AI could become a powerful tool for cyber attackers, enabling more sophisticated threats like convincing phishing campaigns and rapidly evolving malware.

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Intel’s Shift to AI Might Make Lower-End PCs a Rare Breed in 2026

Intel’s Shift to AI Might Make Lower-End PCs a Rare Breed in 2026

"Intel’s pivot to AI-focused hardware may make lower-end PCs rarer or pricier by 2026 as they prioritize Xeon processors for data centers."

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Spotify's Prompted Playlists Just Took Over My Party—and I'm Impressed (But Also a Little Worried)

Spotify's Prompted Playlists Just Took Over My Party—and I'm Impressed (But Also a Little Worried)

So, here's the thing: I was at my friend's birthday party last weekend, and I decided to test out Spotify's new Prompted Playlists feature. Why not, right. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to see if this thing could handle a crowd of picky music lovers....

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Week 52 - 2025 - End‑of‑Year Recap
Status Updates

Week 52 - 2025 - End‑of‑Year Recap

“In mid‑October 2025 I was in Jamaica for work when a sudden hurricane forced us to become “the Stuck” – we couldn’t leave the island for days. Just before Thanksgiving 2025 I woke to a remote server at 100 % CPU, killed the Docker container, and unintentionally took all my sites offline. After a snow‑storm stranded me in New England, I finally made it home, installed new Michelin Pilot Sport P4 tires and a Borla Touring exhaust on my Mustang, and am now gearing up for 2026.

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Merry Christmas 2025!
Personal

Merry Christmas 2025!

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Navigating the Docker Learning Curve: My Journey from Success to Recovery
Technology

Navigating the Docker Learning Curve: My Journey from Success to Recovery

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Week 25 - June 2025 - Weekly Update
Status Updates

Week 25 - June 2025 - Weekly Update

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Week 24 - June 2025 - Weekly Update
Status Updates

Week 24 - June 2025 - Weekly Update

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Benchmarking Tools: A Comprehensive Guide for Testing Computer Performance
Benchmarking

Benchmarking Tools: A Comprehensive Guide for Testing Computer Performance

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Best Tools for Getting System Information on Modern and Legacy Windows PCs
Computers

Best Tools for Getting System Information on Modern and Legacy Windows PCs

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Reviving My Old Windows XP Machines: A Trip Down Memory Lane
Computers

Reviving My Old Windows XP Machines: A Trip Down Memory Lane

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Building a Racing Sim: My Thoughts on Going Virtual
Gaming

Building a Racing Sim: My Thoughts on Going Virtual

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How to Migrate Part-DB SQLite Data to WooCommerce Products
E-Commerce

How to Migrate Part-DB SQLite Data to WooCommerce Products

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Why I Can’t Live Without Ubuntu Right Now
Ubuntu

Why I Can’t Live Without Ubuntu Right Now

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The Challenge of Storing my Growing Tech Collection
Computers

The Challenge of Storing my Growing Tech Collection

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A Complete Workflow for Computer Product Photography
Photography

A Complete Workflow for Computer Product Photography

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Why Restoring Computers Isn’t as Simple as It Seems
Computers

Why Restoring Computers Isn’t as Simple as It Seems

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2025 – Week 9: 3D Printing Revival, Rubik’s Cube Robot, and More
Status Updates

2025 – Week 9: 3D Printing Revival, Rubik’s Cube Robot, and More

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2025 - Week 8: Fixing swfl.io and Testing AI Tools
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2025 - Week 8: Fixing swfl.io and Testing AI Tools

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2025 – Week 4: AI Weekly Update & Weekly Progress
Status Updates

2025 – Week 4: AI Weekly Update & Weekly Progress

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Testing DeepSeek R1 70B: A Hands-On Demonstration
Artificial Intelligence

Testing DeepSeek R1 70B: A Hands-On Demonstration

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2025 – Week 3: Weekly Progress Update
Status Updates

2025 – Week 3: Weekly Progress Update

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2025 – Week 2: Weekly Progress Update
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2025 – Week 2: Weekly Progress Update

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2024 – Week 51: Weekly Progress Update
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2024 – Week 51: Weekly Progress Update

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2025 - Week 1: Weekly Progress Update
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2025 - Week 1: Weekly Progress Update

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2024 – Week 50: Weekly Progress Update
Status Updates

2024 – Week 50: Weekly Progress Update

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How to Save X Configuration File within Nvidia Settings on Ubuntu 24.04
Ubuntu

How to Save X Configuration File within Nvidia Settings on Ubuntu 24.04

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From WordPress to React: Crafting a Local News Hub
Software Development

From WordPress to React: Crafting a Local News Hub

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Jira WTF: My Rollercoaster Ride from Screenshots to Spreadsheets
Software Development

Jira WTF: My Rollercoaster Ride from Screenshots to Spreadsheets

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Streamlining Release Management with Jira Automation
Release Management

Streamlining Release Management with Jira Automation

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Is Email Dead? Alright, Stop the Funeral – We’ve Got Text Alerts!
Productivity

Is Email Dead? Alright, Stop the Funeral – We’ve Got Text Alerts!

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