• CISA says Oracle and Mitel have critical security flaws being exploited
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    Government agency addS three new flaws to its KEV catalog, signaling in-the-wild abuse.
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  • The Nintendo Switch 2 logo could have leaked, and it's exactly what I expected
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    The Nintendo Switch 2 logo may have leaked, and I think it's pretty bland.
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  • H&R Block Coupons and Deals: 15% Off Tax Prep in 2025
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    When you do your own taxes with the help of H&R Block software (or a human, if you need it), you can get 15% off.
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  • 10TB of cloud storage for life? Dropbox could never
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    MacworldBetween Dropbox, iCloud, and Google Drive, cloud storage often feels like just another bill to pay every month. But it doesnt have to be. Internxt offers a secure cloud storage solution with a lifetime plan, no recurring payments, and no strings attached. Right now, you can get 10TB of storage for a one-time payment of $279.99 (regularly $2,999).Dropbox is doneInternxt puts your privacy front and center with end-to-end encryption. Nobody can access your files without your permission, but if you do want to share, its really easy.You can access your files on virtually any modern device, whether youre on your Macbook, a PC, iOS, Android, or Linux. Prefer an app? Theyve got you covered. Like using a browser? That works too.For those in regions with strict data protection laws, Internxts GDPR compliance adds an extra layer of reassurance.Internxt is the perfect example of the buy once, cry once principle. Yeah, its more expensive than a month of DropBox, but its a whole lot cheaper in the long run.Use code HOLIDAY20 by January 12 to get a 10TB Internxt lifetime subscription on sale for $279.99.Internxt Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription: 10TB Plan $279.99See DealStackSocial prices subject to change.
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  • Macworld Podcast: The 25-year legacy of Mac OS X
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    MacworldWhen Apple officially announced Mac OS X, it changed the course of history for the company. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, well look at the history of Mac OS X, the effect it has had on the company, and what we expect in the future.This is episode 916 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.Watch episode 916 on YouTubeListen to episode 916 on Apple PodcastsListen to episode 916 on SpotifyGet infoFor more information about the topics discussed on the show, click on the links below.Looking back 25 years later, even Steve was wrong about Mac OS XFrom Aqua to Catalina: The evolution of macOS XSubscribe to the Macworld PodcastYou can subscribe to the Macworld Podcastor leave us a review!right here in the Podcasts app. The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify and on the Macworld Podcast YouTube channel. Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworldTo find previous episodes, visit Macworlds podcast page or our home on MegaPhone.Apple
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  • AMD Researchers Introduce Agent Laboratory: An Autonomous LLM-based Framework Capable of Completing the Entire Research Process
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    Scientific research is often constrained by resource limitations and time-intensive processes. Tasks such as hypothesis testing, data analysis, and report writing demand significant effort, leaving little room for exploring multiple ideas simultaneously. The increasing complexity of research topics further compounds these issues, requiring a blend of domain expertise and technical skills that may not always be readily available. While AI technologies have shown promise in alleviating some of these burdens, they often lack integration and fail to address the entire research lifecycle in a cohesive manner.In response to these challenges, researchers from AMD and John Hopkins have developed Agent Laboratory, an autonomous framework designed to assist scientists in navigating the research process from start to finish. This innovative system employs large language models (LLMs) to streamline key stages of research, including literature review, experimentation, and report writing.Agent Laboratory comprises a pipeline of specialized agents tailored to specific research tasks. PhD agents handle literature reviews, ML Engineer agents focus on experimentation, and Professor agents compile findings into academic reports. Importantly, the framework allows for varying levels of human involvement, enabling users to guide the process and ensure outcomes align with their objectives. By leveraging advanced LLMs like o1-preview, Agent Laboratory offers a practical tool for researchers seeking to optimize both efficiency and cost.Technical Approach and Key BenefitsAgent Laboratorys workflow is structured around three primary components:Literature Review: The system retrieves and curates relevant research papers using resources like arXiv. Through iterative refinement, it builds a high-quality reference base to support subsequent stages.Experimentation: The mle-solver module autonomously generates, tests, and refines machine learning code. Its workflow includes command execution, error handling, and iterative improvements to ensure reliable outcomes.Report Writing: The paper-solver module generates academic reports in LaTeX format, adhering to established structures. This phase includes iterative editing and feedback integration to enhance clarity and coherence.The framework offers several benefits:Efficiency: By automating repetitive tasks, Agent Laboratory reduces research costs by up to 84% and shortens project timelines.Flexibility: Researchers can choose their level of involvement, maintaining control over critical decisions.Scalability: Automation frees up time for high-level planning and ideation, enabling researchers to manage larger workloads.Reliability: Performance benchmarks like MLE-Bench highlight the systems ability to deliver dependable results across diverse tasks.Evaluation and FindingsThe utility of Agent Laboratory has been validated through extensive testing. Papers generated using the o1-preview backend consistently scored high in usefulness and report quality, while o1-mini demonstrated strong experimental reliability. The frameworks co-pilot mode, which integrates user feedback, was especially effective in producing impactful research outputs.Runtime and cost analyses revealed that the GPT-4o backend was the most cost-efficient, completing projects for as little as $2.33. However, the o1-preview achieved a higher success rate of 95.7% across all tasks. On MLE-Bench, Agent Laboratorys mle-solver outperformed competitors, earning multiple medals and surpassing human baselines on several challenges.ConclusionAgent Laboratory offers a thoughtful approach to addressing the bottlenecks in modern research workflows. By automating routine tasks and enhancing human-AI collaboration, it allows researchers to focus on innovation and critical thinking. While the system has limitationsincluding occasional inaccuracies and challenges with automated evaluationit provides a solid foundation for future advancements.Looking ahead, further refinements to Agent Laboratory could expand its capabilities, making it an even more valuable tool for researchers across disciplines. As adoption grows, it has the potential to democratize access to advanced research tools, fostering a more inclusive and efficient scientific community.Check out the Paper, Code, and Project Page. All credit for this research goes to the researchers of this project. Also,dont forget to follow us onTwitter and join ourTelegram Channel andLinkedIn Group. Dont Forget to join our60k+ ML SubReddit. Asif RazzaqAsif Razzaq is the CEO of Marktechpost Media Inc.. As a visionary entrepreneur and engineer, Asif is committed to harnessing the potential of Artificial Intelligence for social good. His most recent endeavor is the launch of an Artificial Intelligence Media Platform, Marktechpost, which stands out for its in-depth coverage of machine learning and deep learning news that is both technically sound and easily understandable by a wide audience. The platform boasts of over 2 million monthly views, illustrating its popularity among audiences. [Recommended Read] Nebius AI Studio expands with vision models, new language models, embeddings and LoRA (Promoted)
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  • E.U. Commission Fined for Transferring User Data to Meta in Violation of Privacy Laws
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    Jan 09, 2025Ravie LakshmananData Privacy / GDPRThe European General Court on Wednesday fined the European Commission, the primary executive arm of the European Union responsible for proposing and enforcing laws for member states, for violating the bloc's own data privacy regulations.The development marks the first time the Commission has been held liable for infringing stringent data protection laws in the region.The court determined that a "sufficiently serious breach" was committed by transferring a German citizen's personal data, including their IP address and web browser metadata, to Meta's servers in the United States when visiting the now-inactive futureu.europa[.]eu website in March 2022.The individual registered for one of the events on the site by using the Commission's login service, which included an option to sign in using a Facebook account."By means of the 'Sign in with Facebook' hyperlink displayed on the E.U. Login webpage, the Commission created the conditions for transmission of the IP address of the individual concerned to the U.S. undertaking Meta Platforms," the Court of Justice of the European Union said in a press statement.The applicant had alleged that by transferring their information to the U.S., there arose a risk of their personal data being accessed by the U.S. security and intelligence services.However, their accusation that the data was also transferred to Amazon CloudFront servers in the U.S. was dismissed after it was determined that the information was hosted on a server located in Munich, Germany. The website in question used Amazon's content delivery network (CDN)."At the time of that transfer, on 30 March 2022, there was no Commission decision finding that the United States ensured an adequate level of protection for the personal data of E.U. citizens," the court said. "Furthermore, the Commission has neither demonstrated nor claimed that there was an appropriate safeguard, in particular a standard data protection clause or contractual clause."This, the General Court said, amounted to a contravention of laws related to transfer of personal data by an E.U. institution, body, office or agency to a third country under Article 46 of Regulation 2018/1725.As a result, the court has ordered the Commission to pay the individual 400 ($412), which they sought as compensation for the non-material damage they claimed to have sustained as a result of the data transfer.Found this article interesting? Follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn to read more exclusive content we post.SHARE
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  • Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Thursday, Jan. 9
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    Looking forthe most recentMini Crossword answer?Click here for today's Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles.Today's Mini Crossword wasn't too tough, As a Gen Xer who grew up on Sesame Street, OF COURSE I know who Slimey's owner is. Read on if you're stuck, and need some answers. And if you could use some hints and guidance for daily solving, check out our Mini Crossword tips.The Mini Crossword is just one of many games in the Times' games collection. If you're looking for today's Wordle, Connections and Strands answers, you can visitCNET's NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: Tips and Tricks for Solving The New York Times Mini CrosswordLet's get at those Mini Crossword clues and answers. The completed NYT Mini Crossword for Jan. 9, 2025. NYT/Screenshot by CNETMini across clues and answers1A clue: The translation of this English word is "sinister" in LatinAnswer: LEFT5A clue: Brief role for a big starAnswer: CAMEO6A clue: Muppet with a pet worm named SlimeyAnswer: OSCAR7A clue: Specifics, slangilyAnswer: DEETS8A clue: Playground retort to "Am not!"Answer: ARESOMini down clues and answers1D clue: High-tech beamAnswer: LASER2D clue: Host with a microphoneAnswer: EMCEE3D clue: Extraordinary achievementsAnswer: FEATS4D clue: Where most of the body's organs are locatedAnswer: TORSO5D clue: Musical finaleAnswer: CODAHow to play more Mini CrosswordsThe New York Times Games section offers a large number of online games, but only some of them are free for all to play. You can play the current day's Mini Crossword for free, but you'll need a subscription to the Times Games section to play older puzzles from the archives.
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