If open source AI models continue to even kind of keep up with proprietary models, it’s almost guaranteed that the US gov will attempt to restrict it with export controls and placing liability on devs for model “misuse.” Sucks, but I don’t see it going any other way.

Don’t need, but want. View quoted note →

Anyone else who uses Arch run into PGP signature issues every time you do a full system update? #asknostr

A reminder that California would like to be able to sue devs of open source software that gets “misused.”

Reason.com

California’s AI bill threatens to derail open-source innovation

Senate Bill 1047's sweeping regulations could leave developers navigating a legal minefield and potentially halt progress in its tracks.

Voting harder and pressuring politicians won’t work. There is no political solution. Decentralization of coin mixing and privacy tech in general is the way. Wasabi wallet is on the right track with the decentralization of coinjoin coordinators. View quoted note →

So did the runes/inscriptions degens get bored or rekt?

It’s a good thing there are so many open source 3D printers out there now. Stratasys is sending out patent infringement lawsuits.

Tom

3D printer maker Bambu Lab faces patent infringement lawsuits that could threaten hobbyist 3D printing in general

An OG in 3D printing is taking on a new, but highly successful, upstart in the industry

The only long term solution is FOSS software and hardware in modern vehicles. Full self driving and fully autonomous unmanned vehicles (land drones) are going to become increasingly common and eventually change the way intersections and traffic flow work. Relying on old vehicles that lack computers and networking is not a long term solution. View quoted note →

Silver lining in threats like this: censorship at the tech level must be failing miserably. View quoted note →

The people who had any will to fight this kind of abuse by the government left centuries ago. View quoted note →