Meet the Guy Who Destroys Antique Books for AI
Yes, some AI companies destroy antique books after scanning them for training data. Here's how that job works and how to digitize your own books safely.
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Debian Votes to Allow “Responsible Use of Generative AI”
Debian's GR 2026-002 closed Aug 28, 2026: developers chose "Responsible Use of Generative AI" over a ban, 203-148. Here's what the policy actually requires.
AI Hype and Software Engineering Reality (2026 Data)
AI hype vs. software engineering reality: the 2026 data from METR, DORA, Stack Overflow, and GitClear tells a much messier story than the marketing.
Good Culture Is the Biggest Productivity Hack, Not AI
Good culture beats AI for productivity, per Gallup's 183,806-team meta-analysis. Here's the real data, what I tested, and how to build the culture first.
Australia Bans Generative A.I. From Official Music Charts
ARIA now bans wholly AI-generated songs from Australia's music charts (Aug. 31, 2026). What triggered it, the exact rule, and what stays eligible.
MIT’s AI Committee Report: 5 Key Findings
MIT's AI Committee Report, released August 25, 2026, found AI can do almost any assignment. Here are the survey numbers and what MIT recommends doing next.
Identifying Fake Cosmetics Using AI (2026 Guide)
A tested guide to identifying fake cosmetics using AI: what ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude catch, where they're wrong, and the checks no chatbot replaces.
StemDeck, A Free, Open-Source And Local AI Stem Separator
A clear, tested guide to StemDeck, a free, open-source and local AI stem separator: setup steps, real commands to copy, and mistakes to avoid.
CMS with AI, Not AI CMS: Wagtail 8.0’s New API
A tested guide to Wagtail 8.0's new v3 API: how to enable it, authenticate, publish a page by script, and wire it up for AI agents without an 'AI CMS.'
Luanti Removed From Google Play Over an AI DMCA Claim
Luanti was pulled from Google Play by an AI takedown bot's baseless Minecraft copyright claim. Here's what happened and how to fight a false AI DMCA notice.