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Dew Drop – February 6, 2025 (#4356)

Docker Desktop 4.38 brings several new features including an AI agent to detect potential issues, multi-node Kubernetes support and the generally available (GA) release of Docker Bake. Meanwhile, AWS has added Fastlane support to AWS CodeBuild for macOS, a Docker-only container image for Ruby that works with the Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment service. Okta customers can now use Universal Logout with Auth0, while JetBrains AI Assistant gains support for models via Amazon Bedrock.
Microsoft has released Windows MIDI Services Customer Preview 1 and Windows Terminal Preview 1.23. Additionally, the company has updated Microsoft.UI.Xaml to version 2.8.7, which includes a .NET 9 projection DLL that makes the component available for consumption by Universal Windows Apps that use .NET runtime.
Effortless form creation with Blazor Data Form is possible with the auto-generated fields feature. Control of web app titles in Microsoft Edge is now also possible, while a new .NET Rocks! podcast discusses AI extensions for .NET.
Elsewhere, Let's Encrypt is ending expiration notice emails, while new Go builds for Microsoft are available. Google has taken the wraps off of Gemini 2.0, which introduces Flash and Pro modes, offering developers a simpler way to write code. Also, Azure has launched an open rival to OpenAI's o1 'reasoning' model for under $50.
A new guide to DevOps Automation explores best practices, benefits and more, while on the database front, SQL Server migration is possible using a distributed availability group. Further afield, Mobile Bans in schools were found not to improve grades or behaviour.

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Leaked Meta memo calls 2025 a make-or-break year for Reality Labs – but multiple new AI glasses and mixed-reality apps could be coming to save it

A leaked internal memo has revealed that Meta has big plans for Reality Labs in 2025.
Meta is reportedly set to launch six AI wearables this year, according to the memo.
The 2025 launch list could include the third-gen Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses teased by Mark Zuckerberg, Oakley versions of existing second-gen AI smart glasses, a possible smartwatch/wristband, and camera-equipped earbuds.
Meta’s CEO Zuckerberg recently said 2025 will be a defining year for its smart glasses plans.
The recently leaked memo reflects that plans for 2025 are also centered on new mixed reality experiences.
The company aims to help publish major release mixed-reality games closer in scale and quality to fully realised VR titles.
Horizon Worlds, Meta's metaverse platform for social VR gaming, could receive more emphasis on its mobile port to reach new, un-goggled audiences.
Meta’s Reality Labs division posted $1.08bn in revenue revenue in Q3 2021, whilst racking up its largest-ever loss since 2020, so this year could potentially determine the true widespread commercial viability of its extended reality and AI development.
There is a sense of urgency that 2025 will define whether Meta's work in XR and AI will be viewed as legendary or a misadventure.
It is suggested that both aggressive publishing strategies and the aforementioned mixed-reality games could be crucial for turning things around for Reality Labs.

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FXellence Launches Multimarket Cross-Border Payment Solution Powered by Currencycloud

FXellence, a provider of fast, simple, and secure international business payments, launches its cross-border payment platform powered by Currencycloud.
The platform caters to business clients, offering an intuitive online interface, competitive exchange rates, and low fees starting from £1.
Customers can hold over 30 currencies in a single digital wallet and make payments to over 100 countries.
FXellence aims to address the frustrations and challenges faced by businesses when sending money abroad, providing a customer-centric solution with dedicated account managers.

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Industrial IoT & Industry 4.0: A Deep Dive at IoT Tech Expo

IoT Tech Expo recently held a panel discussion on Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0.
The discussion focused on practical insights and strategies in implementing IoT in industrial operations.
Key themes of the discussion included predictive maintenance, smart logistics, cyber-physical systems, data analytics, and manufacturing transformation.
The panel emphasized the importance of embracing automation, real-time data, and connected systems to lead the next wave of industrial evolution.

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Quick Glossary: Cloud Platform Services

Cloud services have become the standard for developing and deploying technological infrastructures.
A glossary of common cloud platform terms helps understand the impact on businesses.
Elasticity in cloud computing refers to the ability to adapt to workload demand.
TechRepublic offers a discounted PDF download on enhancing cloud knowledge.

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Workday lays off 1,760 employees to focus on AI and platform innovation

Enterprise resource planning software company Workday Inc. is laying off around 1,760 employees, approximately 8.5% of its workforce.
The layoffs are part of the company's plan to focus on growth and invest in artificial intelligence (AI) and platform innovation.
CEO Carl Eschenbach stated that the increasing demand for AI presents a massive opportunity for Workday, which requires aligning resources with evolving customer needs.
Workday is offering affected employees severance packages, additional vesting of restricted stock units, career services, and benefits and immigration support.

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Amazon and Walmart Focus on Revamping Malls

Walmart has acquired Monroeville Mall near Pittsburgh for $34 million and plans to redevelop the site for retail and mixed-use development.
Amazon has repurposed struggling malls into distribution centers, acquiring several former malls to convert them into fulfillment centers.
Malls are facing challenges with vacancies, declining foot traffic, and competition from eCommerce. There is a trend towards mixed-use developments, incorporating housing, offices, healthcare facilities, and more.
Walmart is set to cut jobs and close its North Carolina office as part of a restructuring plan, while investing $6.5 billion in new stores and growth in Canada.

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TikTok owner ByteDance has a new AI video creator you have to see to believe

TikTok parent company, ByteDance, demonstrates a new AI video creator called OmniHuman.
OmniHuman can generate realistic full-body videos from a single photograph.
The AI model can accurately mimic human movement, speaking, and interaction.
The practical applications and potential uses of OmniHuman are vast.

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Google Gemini's new model is the brainstorming AI partner you've been looking for

Google has released the Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental model in the Gemini app.
The model combines speed with advanced reasoning for smarter AI interactions.
The Gemini app also includes the Gemini Flash Pro and Flash-Lite models.
Gemini's AI models are evolving to handle complex tasks and support multimodal input.

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It’s easier than ever to use ChatGPT Search — sign-in no longer needed

ChatGPT Search is now available to everyone on chatgpt.com without the need to sign in.
The move puts pressure on Google and other search-focused AI chatbots.
ChatGPT Search provides access to dynamic, real-time information like news, weather updates, and stock prices.
Users can click on listed sources to find more information and it is similar to its rival, Perplexity.

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From Code to Cloud: Building and Deploying a Smart Number Classification API with FastAPI

The Number Classification API is a FastAPI-powered web service that classifies numbers based on their mathematical properties and provides a fun fact.
It determines whether a number is prime, perfect, Armstrong, even, or odd and fetches an interesting fact from an external API.
The API is publicly accessible and deployed on Google Cloud Compute Engine.
It provides a structured JSON response and handles errors gracefully.

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SoftBank reportedly getting close to acquiring chipmaker Ampere in $6.5B deal

SoftBank Group is reportedly close to acquiring chipmaker Ampere Computing in a $6.5 billion deal.
The talks between the companies are at an advanced stage and a deal may be announced in the coming weeks.
Ampere, founded in 2017, specializes in high-performance processors for cloud computing and AI workloads.
If the deal goes through, SoftBank will strengthen its position in the semiconductor industry and the data center market.

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AWS CodeBuild for macOS adds support for Fastlane

Fastlane is now available on AWS CodeBuild's macOS environment which helps automate mobile app development processes including app submission, code signing, beta distribution and screenshot generation.
By integrating Fastlane, AWS CodeBuild reduces the need for manual installation by automatically installing it by default and allowing the use of familiar commands, making Fastlane much more accessible for all kinds of development teams.
Fastlane, due to its syntax and package management system can be complicated to configure and maintain, making it a time-consuming challenge for unfamiliar teams.
AWS CodeBuild removes the undifferentiated heavy lifting allowing focus on important aspects of the business while also providing automation capabilities to its users.
Fastlane and code signing can be made quite complex with the requirements of private key sharing between teams and distribution private key availability. Fastlane helps manage these processes through the use of its match tool which allows storage and secure access to private keys and mobile provisioning profiles.
The sharing of secret values through GitHub, GitLab, Google Cloud Storage, Azure DevOps and Amazon Simple Storage Service is possible with the match function through AWS CodeBuild's macOS environments.
Setting up AWS Codebuild with Fastlane can be done in three steps. Import your existing signing materials, configure Fastlane to sign the project and configure CodeBuild to use Fastlane.
Fastlane is now pre-installed at no additional cost on all macOS images AWS CodeBuild uses.
Configuration of fastlane match can be tricky, but getting it right before using it on AWS CodeBuild is essential, triple-checking the values of environment variables and privacy requirements.
AWS CodeBuild with Fastlane support is available in US East (Ohio, N. Virginia), US West (Oregon), Asia Pacific (Sydney), and Europe (Frankfurt).

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Texas brings the ban hammer down on DeepSeek and RedNote

Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, has banned state employees from downloading, installing, or using several Chinese applications on government-sanctioned devices.
The banned Chinese AI and social media apps include DeepSeek, RedNote, Lemon8, as well as Chinese stock-trading platforms like Moomoo, Tiger Brokers, and Webull.
Governor Abbott cited data privacy and national security concerns as the reasons behind the ban.
Texas is the first U.S. state to ban DeepSeek, which has also been banned by the U.S. Navy, Congress, the Pentagon, the Finance Ministry, and NASA, among others.

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CREATING A WINDOWS VITUAL MACHINE IN AZURE

Step 1: Search for virtual machine on the azure search bar
Step 2: Create a New Virtual Machine by clicking on the + create drop down menu
Set up the Administration account and password, select the inbound port to HTTP and RDP
Install Windows features into the virtual machine using PowerShell command: "Install-WindowsFeature -name Web-Server -IncludeManagementTools"

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