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The article explores the author's experience with an AI venture called Rebind, where well-known individuals become AI reading companions. Rebind is an app that aims to revolutionize reading by creating interactive conversations between readers and experts in various fields. The app uses AI to generate responses from these experts, called Rebinders, and aims to make reading a more engaging experience. The article also includes interviews with Lena Dunham and John Banville, who share their concerns and reflections on AI and literature. The author expresses their own anxieties about their role as a commentator and the cultural significance of imagination and creativity. [Extracted from the article]

This document provides a comprehensive list of recommended technology products and services in various categories, including laptops, PCs, tablets, and other devices. The document offers concise summaries of each product, highlighting key features, performance, and pricing. It aims to assist library patrons in their research by providing a quick overview of each product and its suitability for different needs and budgets. The document is respectful of diverse perspectives and provides a range of options to cater to different preferences. [Extracted from the article]

This document provides a comprehensive list of technology products and services that have been reviewed in a magazine. The products and services cover a wide range of categories, including software, hardware, and other technology solutions. Each review offers a brief description of the product or service, along with its features and price. The document is designed to assist library patrons in conducting research on specific technology topics. It presents the information objectively and respectfully, without any judgments or biases. [Extracted from the article]

Tom Mueller is an aerospace engineer who played a significant role in the development of private space industry. After being encouraged by a math teacher in high school, Mueller pursued a degree in engineering and went on to work for aerospace companies. He eventually became a founding employee of SpaceX, where he led the company's propulsion department and designed engines for their rockets. After retiring from SpaceX, Mueller founded Impulse Space, a company focused on developing technologies for space transportation. He has made significant contributions to the field and continues to be involved in the spaceflight industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on Alan Mulally's successful turnaround of Ford Motor Company during the 2008 financial crisis. Topics include Mulally's implementation of a unified corporate consciousness, the importance of honest data and teamwork in decision-making, and his strategic initiatives such as factory closures and product line pruning that contributed to Ford's revival without government aid.

Red Bull has unveiled its first track-only car, the RB17, which is faster than their own Formula 1 machine. The RB17 is the result of 20 years of Red Bull's expertise and is a hypercar that would have beaten George Russell's pole position time at the 2024 British Grand Prix. The car features a V10 hybrid powertrain and has been designed to be enjoyed by drivers of different experience levels. It is lightweight, weighing under 900kg, and will be fully funded by Red Bull. The RB17 will be available to customers in late 2025 at a cost of £5.75m plus local taxes. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the 2024 MotorTrend Power List, which recognizes the 49 individuals who had the most influence on the car industry in 2023. It highlights the recovery from the pandemic, resulting in increased vehicle inventories and competitive pricing. Honda, Tesla, VW, and Korean automakers experienced sales gains, while the domestic industry faced contract negotiations and strikes, leading to historic gains for workers. The article also mentions challenges and delays in electric vehicle adoption, as well as changing tax credits. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, is named the MotorTrend Person of the Year for 2024, with other influential figures including Roger Penske, McKeel Hagerty, Pham Nhat Vuong, Seetarama "Swamy" Kotagiri, and J.B. Straubel. Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of General Motors, is recognized for her leadership and contributions to the industry. The document provides a comprehensive list of influential figures in the automotive industry, including Li Shufu, Jose Muñoz, and Marie Louise "Missy" Cummings. [Extracted from the article]

J Craft is a boutique yacht yard located on the remote Swedish island of Gotland. Inspired by the classic Riva Aquaramas, J Craft builds meticulously crafted 42-foot Torpedo models with mahogany topsides and seaworthy fiberglass hulls. The yard has produced 29 boats to date, including tenders for large yachts and weekend cruisers. Each project requires extensive labor and craftsmanship, with a focus on next-generation design and engineering. The Torpedo model, starting at around $1.75 million, offers customization options and a range of features, combining vintage styling with modern technology. Other similar classic runabouts include the Wajer 44, Frauscher 1017 GT, Cockwells Grace, Comitti Venezia V31, and Van Dam Lickety Split. [Extracted from the article]

Chris Urmson is a Canadian engineer and entrepreneur who played a key role in the development of self-driving technology. He led teams that participated in the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Grand Challenge events in the early 2000s, which helped usher in the autonomous vehicle age. Urmson joined Google in 2009 to lead its self-driving program and later founded Aurora Innovation, a startup focused on providing self-driving software for commercial transportation partners. Under Urmson's leadership, Aurora became one of the leading players in the self-driving sphere. Urmson's goal is to make transportation safer, more efficient, and more accessible through self-driving technology. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of training corrections officers to respond to active shooter situations within correctional facilities. The author emphasizes that the role of a tactical team in corrections should not be limited to certain tasks, but should also include preparing for active shooter incidents. The article highlights the unique challenges of responding to an active shooter situation within a jail or prison, where officers are not armed and cannot evacuate the facility. The author argues that corrections departments must prioritize training, equipment, and support from leadership to ensure the safety of staff and inmates. [Extracted from the article]

A Harvard Business School Case Study is presented which asks "Is This the Right C-Suite Role?" Experts Rakefet Russak Aminoach, managing partner at venture capital firm TeamB, and Nadia Rawlinson, chief people officer at Slack and a board director at Vail Resorts and J. Crew Group, offer their opinions on the fictionalized scenario.

The article focuses on recent innovations in bed bug control products, highlighting ActiveGuard Mattress Liners, Nuvan ProStrips, and Aprehend as effective tools for preventing and eradicating bed bug infestations. Predictions suggest that PMPs will increasingly rely on these advanced solutions to enhance their bed bug management strategies, providing long-term prevention and efficient eradication services for their clients.

The article announces several personnel changes including the election of Michael J. Paul as American Concrete Institute (ACI) President, Scott M. Anderson as Vice President, and Corina-Maria Aldea as a new member of the ACI Board of Direction.

J5create and Hyper showcased their first Thunderbolt 5 hardware at CES 2024. Thunderbolt 5 is a more powerful I/O alternative to USB-C, offering faster speeds and the ability to connect multiple high-speed displays to laptops. The release date and cost of Thunderbolt 5 hardware will vary, with J5create aiming to ship their product in March for $499 and Hyper planning to sell their dock for $399. Thunderbolt 5 is expected to be supported in Intel's 2024 product lineup, but it may increase the cost and power consumption of laptops. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the evolution of the SIX EASY STEPS program, a nutrient management program for the sugarcane industry in Australia. The program, developed by Professor Bernard Schroeder and his team, provides guidelines for customizing nutrient management planning based on soil properties and block or paddock variables. The program has been supported by various industry organizations and has undergone changes over the years to incorporate new scientific evidence. The article also mentions the challenges faced by the program, including government regulations and the focus on nitrogen use efficiency. Overall, the SIX EASY STEPS program is seen as a valuable tool for sugarcane growers in managing their crops. [Extracted from the article]

Features JUST UP THE BEACH from Mar-a-Lago, Harmony Korine is out on the sand, wearing a horned demon mask, staring at the ocean. Subsequent movies, like Gummo and Trash Humpers, went further, doing away with narrative almost entirely, even while Korine often employed non-actors and other techniques to make the films feel, well, real. Was Leonardo DiCaprio really a cameraman on Korine's lost film, Fight Harm, a comedy consisting entirely of footage of Korine starting fights with strangers on the street? It's a design collective; it's a creative factory; it makes movies that are not really movies, movies that are closer to video games, that sometimes are actually playable as video games. [Extracted from the article]

There will be a further 60th anniversary special edition, based on the regular, tarmac-orientated Huracán, but this will be the last new, independent model line, sold alongside the Evo, Tecnica and STO before all production ends later in 2024. Given how predictable the handling felt on the tarmac sections of the circuit, there's every chance this will be a rewarding, playful car on a good road, with an extra dynamic dimension over a regular Huracán. DESERT SHIELD: Lamborghini bids farewell to the Huracán by unleashing the most extreme version of all. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the potential of space-based data centers to reduce the Internet's carbon footprint by 2050. Topics include the results of the Advanced Space Cloud for European Net zero emission & Data sovereignty (ASCEND) study showing the feasibility & environmental benefits of orbital data centers; development of reusable launch vehicles & in-orbit assembly technologies; and the progress of commercial projects like Axiom Space's orbital data center and Hempsell Astronautics' Megastar.

A new breed of power catamarans is challenging the traditional design of twin-hull boats. These new models, such as Bluegame's BGM75 and Sunreef Yachts' Ultima line, feature slimmer designs and the use of foils for improved performance and seakeeping. These advancements allow for a more comfortable and efficient sailing experience, with reduced fuel consumption and increased interior space. Other builders, like Voodoo Yachts and Safehaven, are also pushing the boundaries of multihull design with their XF60 and T-2000 Voyager models, respectively. This evolution in power catamarans combines the advantages of multihulls with the handling and aesthetics of monohulls, making them an attractive option for yacht enthusiasts. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the growing importance of virtual production skills in media professions, prompting schools like NYU and Louisiana State University (LSU) to invest in infrastructure and curriculum. Topics discussed include the launch of NYU's Martin Scorsese Virtual Production Center, LSU's Virtual Production Program, and Webster University's establishment of a virtual production stage, highlighting the integration of cutting-edge technology into educational programs.

The article focuses on Bruce Swiecicki's journey from various jobs to becoming a respected leader in the propane industry, spearheading the development of codes and standards. Topics include his transformation from a young professional to a chief technical officer, his contributions to updating industry codes for safety and environmental protection, and his advocacy for propane as a clean and viable fuel option amidst modern-day energy challenges.

The article offers information on bed bug management tips for pest management professionals (PMPs). It includes tips such as using HEPA vacuums for immediate results and reduced pesticide exposure, using dusts for residual control in hiding spots, and managing resistance by rotating pesticides with different modes of action. It also discusses assessment-based pest management (APM) for treating bed bugs, emphasizing the need for tailored treatment protocols based on the level of infestation.

"Where is the intelligence in generative AI if it'sgetting things wrong?" Real World Computing That generative AI is now a thing cannot have escaped your attention. I mentioned how security researchers had, more than six months ago now, created malware code using ChatGPT that was polymorphic: it used a different code iteration from attack to attack. [Extracted from the article]

35 STEVE MARSH Director, Global Manufacturing Operations, JLR #34 IN 2022 THESE are busy times at JLR, as the "Reimagine strategy" resharpens the focus on the firm's brands and fast-tracks different elements, such as luxury and electrification, at different rates, depending on the brands concerned. 43 DUNCAN TAIT Chief Executive Officer, Inchcape #33 IN 2022 YOU may have heard of Inchcape as a big dealership group, but in fact the brand's significance - and the placing here for its CEO Duncan Tait - is based on the powerhouse distribution network that backs up its retail division. 29 PETER HORBURY Senior Vice President, Executive Advisor, Design, Group Lotus #27 IN 2022 LOTUS has a history of showing concepts for cars that never reach production - but that's changed under the ownership of Chinese firm Geely, and the British brand's executive design advisor Peter Horbury probably relishes the prospect of finishing off a few new models. Slaughter, who joined Ford after a stint as CEO of transmissions company Getrag, was in the team that secured deals for the low-carbon steel to be used in Ford's Explorer crossover, due to enter production at the company's plant in Cologne later this year. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses that the ConnexITy Consortium, led by the French utility firm Électricité de France (EDF), has built a template of a digital twin of a turbo generator. ConnexITy's parent firm EDF operates many nuclear power plants in France, the US, and the United Kingdom. It mentions that digital twins can provide improvements throughout the lifecycle of modular nuclear reactors, from initial development to operation and even decommissioning.

The article announces various promotions, retirements, and appointments in different fields and industries including Chris Campbell named president of Centier Bank, Lindsay Matthys hired as associate account manager at Healy Group, and Ambrose Kamya hired as founder of Kinga Safety.

The article focuses on Nexio company's plans to introduce dedicated LPG bobtails to the U.S. market, led by experienced figures in the alternative fuel engine space. Topics include Nexio's history with propane engines; its collaboration with industry veterans; and its strategy for manufacturing and introducing propane autogas trucks with enhanced safety features and operational efficiency to the U.S. market.

"It wasn't enough for the Mondeo to be better than the Sierra; it had to blow that ageing car out of the water" What we said then ISSUE 226 | 22 January 1993 "We've driven the Ford Mondeo and it's excellent. IT was around this time last year that the last-ever fourth-generation Ford Mondeo rolled off the production line in Valencia, Spain. One thing that trips in the Mondeo prove to Alex after sampling the latest test cars every week is that ride comfort is a quality that has been lost from most new models. [Extracted from the article]

The CEO is also pushing the software-defined vehicle with an in-house hub of expertise developing an operating system to ensure the automaker owns what is becoming the most valuable part of a vehicle. 2022 RANK: 42 Jim Rowan VOLVO CARS CEO Rowan came from the tech world, but Volvo's new CEO hit the ground running, overseeing the push to be an all-electric brand by 2030. 2022 RANK: 6 Javier Varela VOLVO CARS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND DEPUTY CEO Volvo is quietly showing leadership in the EV space, and the former head of engineering and operations has moved up the ranks as the company divests itself of combustion-engine production to focus on an all-electric path. Jeep under his tenure has added new nameplates, including the Grand Cherokee L, the Wagoneer subbrand, the Avenger electric SUV, and an unnamed midsize electric SUV, while also building the 4xe portfolio of electrified vehicles. [Extracted from the article]

The Urus Performante's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 develops just 16 more horsepower than the regular Urus powerplant and the same torque. The massive 17.3-inch front, 14.6- inch rear carbon-ceramic brakes are unchanged, but the Urus Performante's standard 22-inch wheels can be fitted with a new, grippier high-performance Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tire - 285/40 up front and 325/35 at the rear - that's been specially developed for the car and is available as an option. Support technologies will help you out when needed, but the fundamental chassis setup allows drivers of all abilities to explore their own limits - and the car's - with confidence. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the NAFEMS World Congress 2023, where attendees gathered for the first in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic to discuss and engage in sessions related to engineering simulation. It mentions the conference covered topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), democratization of simulation, noise vibration harshness in vehicles, additive manufacturing, simulation process data management.

The article discusses the World Bowls Indoor Championships held in Guernsey. The author, Allan Thornhill, reflects on his experience as the Chief Technical Official at the event. Thornhill highlights the friendly and fun atmosphere of the championships and praises the organization and dedication of the Guernsey Indoor Bowls Association and its volunteers. He also mentions the challenges faced, such as scheduling and streaming issues, and expresses his disappointment with negative comments on social media. Overall, Thornhill commends the camaraderie between players, officials, and volunteers and emphasizes the importance of supporting and appreciating those who work hard to promote the sport. [Extracted from the article]

The article explores Dr. Tarique Sani's journey from being a medical doctor to a PHP enthusiast and open-source advocate, highlighting his contributions to various projects and events in the FOSS community, such as Linux-Bangalore and FOSS.IN. It also discusses his realizations about collaboration and the impact of individuals in shaping the FOSS movement in India.

With so many Indigenous language apps on the horizon, it would seem that Alexa might soon be chatting with Running Wolf's grandmother in Cheyenne. Now a PhD student studying natural language processing at McGill University in Canada, Running Wolf grew up in Montana on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, where he learned the Cheyenne language by talking to his grandmother. [Extracted from the article]

The Aston Martin Formula One team is making efforts to sign veteran engineer Adrian Newey, according to owner Lawrence Stroll. Newey, who is stepping down as chief technical officer of Red Bull Racing, is highly sought after for his success in the sport. Stroll expressed his excitement at the prospect of Newey joining the team, stating that every other Formula One team would feel the same. Aston Martin, currently struggling in the championship, is aiming to turn its performance around under Stroll's leadership. The company has launched new models more frequently and is on track to become profitable this year. [Extracted from the article]

Aston Martin has unveiled the Vanquish, a new sports car that will be the most expensive and prestigious model in their lineup. The two-seat coupe features a 5.2-liter, twin-turbo V-12 engine that produces 823 horsepower and 737 pound-feet of torque. Aston Martin's chief technical officer emphasized the importance of the V-12 engine in the flagship model. The Vanquish comes with various high-performance features and a luxurious interior, and it is expected to have a higher price tag than other Aston Martin road series cars. Limited to fewer than 1,000 units produced annually, the Vanquish is now available for sale. [Extracted from the article]

Lamborghini is saying goodbye to its V-10 engine with the introduction of the Lamborghini Temerario, a hybrid sports car that features a twin-turbo V-8 engine and three electric motors. The new V-8 engine is a clean-sheet design and produces 789 horsepower and 538 pound-feet of torque. The three electric motors, powered by a 3.4-kWh battery pack, contribute to a combined power output of 907 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. With its impressive performance capabilities, the Temerario is poised to surpass the outgoing Huracán STO and offers a combination of power and personality to move past the V-10's retirement. [Extracted from the article]

Albertsons, the second-largest grocery chain in the US, has been sued by e-commerce software maker Replenium Inc. The startup alleges that Albertsons conducted trials with its software for three years, only to steal its trade secrets and build its own system. Replenium claims that it entered into an agreement with Albertsons in 2020, but the grocery chain abruptly ended the relationship in November. Replenium is seeking an unspecified monetary award for misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract, and unjust enrichment. Albertsons declined to comment on the lawsuit. [Extracted from the article]

Albertsons, the second-largest grocery chain in the US, has been sued by Seattle startup Replenium Inc. The software maker alleges that Albertsons conducted trials with its product for three years, only to steal its trade secrets and build its own system. Replenium claims that it entered into an agreement with Albertsons in 2020 to deploy software that allows online shoppers to subscribe to automatic replenishment of frequently purchased items. However, Albertsons abruptly ended the relationship in November, causing Replenium to lose millions of dollars in investments and anticipated revenue. Replenium is seeking an unspecified monetary award in the lawsuit. [Extracted from the article]