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Scaling Kubernetes pods with KEDA based on Amazon SQS queue depth
Blog – Cloud Native Computing Foundation·Jul 31
  • KEDA scales Kubernetes pods based on SQS queue depth for event-driven architectures.
  • Addresses limitations of CPU/memory scaling in identifying system pressure with idle worker pods.
  • Optimizes resource utilization in message-driven microservices by reacting to queue backlog.
Thinking Machines debuts Inkling Small open source AI model nearing performance of predecessor at about 1/4 size
VentureBeat·Jul 31
  • Thinking Machines releases Inkling-Small, an open-source multimodal AI model that matches its predecessor's performance at a quarter of the size.
  • Inkling-Small uses a sparse Mixture-of-Experts architecture with 276 billion total parameters and 12 billion active parameters per token.
  • The model is designed for enterprises, offering reduced compute and deployment costs, making it suitable for tasks like coding assistance and document analysis, though high-stakes factual tasks still require human oversight.
When will fusion power startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems go public?
TechCrunch·Jul 30
  • Fusion power startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) is reportedly preparing for an IPO.
  • The company aims to go public within the next two to three years.
  • This move signals potential advancements and commercialization in the fusion energy sector.
Gemini Robotics 2 Brings Google's AI Into the Physical World
Feed: Artificial Intelligence Latest·Jul 30
  • Gemini Robotics 2 integrates Google's AI into physical systems, hinting at "physical AGI."
  • This advancement brings AI capabilities beyond software into tangible, real-world applications.
  • The article acknowledges the inherent risks associated with deploying AI in the physical domain.
Arduino's Zephyr RTOS-Based Cores Exit Beta, With "Legacy" Mbed Cores to be Deprecated
Hackster News - Hackster.io·Jul 31
  • Arduino's Zephyr RTOS-based cores have exited beta, reaching stable version 0.90.0.
  • This new core replaces the legacy Mbed-based cores due to Arm's discontinuation of the MbedOS platform.
  • The update brings support for various Arduino boards and automatic loader-and-sketch synchronization, initiating the deprecation of Mbed cores.
Squint Cognition Demonstration of Catching High-Confidence YOLO Errors in Real Time with Skittles
Edge AI and Vision Alliance·Jul 31
  • Squint Cognition demonstrates real-time detection of high-confidence YOLO errors using "squinting" model technology.
  • The system identifies confusions between similar objects (Skittles and M&Ms) that standard YOLO models misclassify confidently.
  • The demonstration occurred at the 2026 Embedded Vision Summit, highlighting improvements in edge AI vision accuracy.
The New Sovol M1D Combines IDEX with Tool Changing
Hackster News - Hackster.io·Jul 30
  • Sovol M1D 3D printer combines IDEX and tool changing for advanced multi-material printing.
  • Features include seven swappable toolheads, independent dual extrusion for speed and flexibility, and smart sensors for leveling and failure detection.
  • The printer offers a large build volume, open-source firmware/software, and has achieved significant Kickstarter funding.
Mastercard spent decades training its fraud system to see bots as thieves. Now bots are the ones doing the buying.
VentureBeat·Jul 30
  • Mastercard's fraud detection system, which analyzes 175 billion transactions annually, is adapting to the rise of AI-driven purchasing agents.
  • The company is evolving its risk framework to enable, rather than block, legitimate bot transactions, leveraging new AI capabilities to identify more fraud.
  • Mastercard is investing heavily in AI for its services business, with a focus on building trust in AI agents for complex, delegated transactions.
Dili raises $21.7M to bring AI compliance to the infrastructure boom
TechCrunch·Jul 30
  • Dili secures $21.7M in Series A funding to enhance AI compliance in infrastructure projects.
  • The funding aims to address the growing need for AI governance in the booming infrastructure sector.
  • Investors include Khosla Ventures and Allianz, indicating strong market confidence in Dili's mission.
Espressif's ESP32-S31 Dual-Core Edge-Smarts Microcontroller Hits the Mainstream, Launches at $4.51
Hackster News - Hackster.io·Jul 31
  • Espressif's ESP32-S31 RISC-V microcontroller for edge AI and AIoT applications is now in mass production.
  • The chip features dual-core processing, extensive wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, Thread, Zigbee, Matter), and hardware accelerators for ML tasks.
  • Designed for smart home hubs, industrial automation, and edge AI devices, it supports Espressif's ESP-IDF framework.
Output Full-HD Video to a Monitor from a Raspberry Pi Pico or ESP32 Over USB
Hackster News - Hackster.io·Jul 30
  • New library enables full-HD 60Hz video output from Raspberry Pi Pico and ESP32 over USB.
  • Works by configuring microcontrollers as USB hosts for display adapters, offloading video signal generation.
  • Supports various RP2040 and ESP32 boards, with recommendations for compatible USB display adapters like DisplayLink DL-165.
Hush Security says the AI security problem has shifted from protecting models to governing identities as autonomous agents spread
VentureBeat·Jul 30
  • AI security is shifting focus from model protection to governing autonomous AI agents and their identities.
  • Enterprises are deploying a rapidly increasing number of AI agents, requiring new security models beyond traditional credentials.
  • Hush Security's platform acts as an 'Identity Gateway' for AI agents, brokering task-specific permissions and ensuring accountability.
Laser Tech Powers Drones Wirelessly
Hackster News - Hackster.io·Jul 30
  • Researchers developed a perovskite laser cell-thermoelectric tandem device to wirelessly power drones via lasers.
  • The device integrates nanorods to manage heat and improve perovskite performance, achieving 38.49% efficiency.
  • A composite winglet design with airflow channels enhances heat dissipation, paving the way for long-endurance drone applications.
The lineage behind 69% of open models was never verified. Cisco just fingerprinted almost 900 for free
VentureBeat·Jul 30
  • Cisco's new AI Supply Chain Provenance Explorer verifies the lineage of nearly 900 open AI models, addressing unverified claims about base models.
  • The tool uses weight-level analysis and fingerprinting to establish model relationships, overcoming the limitations of self-reported metadata on platforms like Hugging Face.
  • This initiative enhances security and transparency in the AI supply chain, crucial for understanding model vulnerabilities and risks in production environments.