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Bitwarden Authenticator | Bitwarden

Bitwarden Authenticator is a standalone mobile app that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for enhanced account security. The app works independently from Bitwarden Password Manager, offering a user-friendly interface for managing two-factor authentication codes through QR code scanning.

AI-designed chips are so weird that 'humans cannot really understand them' — but they perform better than anything we've created

Princeton Engineering researchers demonstrated AI's ability to design complex wireless chips in hours instead of weeks, creating more efficient designs that humans find difficult to comprehend. The AI-generated chips, focusing on millimeter-wave technology, achieved superior performance by taking unconventional approaches and discarding traditional templates. While promising, the process still requires human oversight to address potential design failures.

How Decades Of Research Misconduct Stalled An Alzheimer’s Cure

A whistleblower exposed fraudulent research supporting the amyloid hypothesis in Alzheimer's disease, revealing decades of scientific misconduct. The investigation unveiled how the dominant theory about amyloid plaques has potentially hindered progress toward finding an effective cure, while recent treatments like Leqembi show only minimal benefits.

The Secret That Colleges Should Stop Keeping

College education costs in America have actually decreased over the past decade, with public university costs falling 21% and private universities down 12% after inflation adjustment. The misconception stems from rising sticker prices while actual net costs after financial aid continue to decline, with 82-87% of students receiving aid. Declining enrollment trends suggest costs will likely continue decreasing as institutions compete for students.

In memoriam

Multiple online communities and forums are shutting down or blocking UK users due to the Online Safety Act 2023. The affected platforms include tech discussion forums, gaming communities, and special interest groups, with some having significant user bases of hundreds of thousands of members. The closures impact diverse communities from AWS discussions to sustainable living forums.

Thailand to Cut Power to Myanmar Scam Hubs - Bangkok Local Info

Thailand plans to cut utilities to five Myanmar border locations linked to Chinese-operated scam centers that have caused billions in losses. The decision, made during an urgent security meeting, targets areas with suspiciously high electricity consumption in Payathonzu, Tachileik, and Myawaddy townships. The action comes ahead of Thai PM's China visit and could affect up to 100,000 people.

Viet GD

A comprehensive collection of Vietnamese cultural artifacts, including vintage music covers, matchboxes, signage, and typography, showcasing the evolution of design and visual culture in Vietnam. The collection spans various periods, from French colonial influence to post-war era, highlighting the transformation of Vietnamese graphic design and commercial art through historical and social changes.

Making any integer with four 2s

A mathematical puzzle challenges people to create target numbers using exactly four instances of the digit 2 and various mathematical operations. The complexity ranges from elementary calculations to advanced mathematical concepts, until Paul Dirac discovered a general solution using nested square roots. The puzzle serves as an engaging educational tool across different mathematical skill levels.

'Everybody is looking at their phones,' says man freed after 30 years in prison

Gordon Cordeiro, freed after 30 years in prison due to new DNA evidence overturning his murder conviction, observes how technology has transformed society during his incarceration. Upon release, he visited his mother's grave, enjoyed a steak dinner, and noted the prevalence of smartphones in modern life. The Maui County Prosecutor plans to appeal the decision to overturn his conviction.

Wiki

A developer explores GDScript, Godot's custom programming language, providing detailed analysis of its features, type system, and design choices. The language combines Python-like syntax with stronger typing and modern features like pattern matching, proving to be surprisingly well-designed for game development despite initial skepticism.

It is no longer safe to move our governments and societies to US clouds - Bert Hubert's writings

European governments and organizations continue migrating to US cloud services despite increasing risks and Trump's undermining of data privacy frameworks. The practice is justified through legal mechanisms and convenience, despite serious concerns about data sovereignty and business continuity. The author argues for immediate cessation of US cloud adoption and investment in European alternatives.