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How to Make Custom Graphics Like an Award Winning Journalism Publication
- At The Markup, custom interactive graphics are extensively used to enhance storytelling, presenting a challenge in integrating them into the CMS efficiently.
- Newsroom developers often struggle with incorporating custom interactives into a CMS due to its limitations in customization.
- The essence of designing software for integrating graphics into a CMS involves finding a balance between flexibility and standardization.
- It is crucial to differentiate the responsibilities of a CMS in storing graphic metadata and relationships, without venturing into functionality or display aspects.
- Striving to anticipate common use cases for journalists within the CMS for creating graphics can lead to dissatisfaction due to the uniqueness of custom interactives.
- At The Markup, the process of creating custom graphics involves brainstorming with editors and reporters, creating mockups, and utilizing an evolving graphics template for development.
- A GitHub Action automates the build step and uploads graphics to an S3 bucket, allowing easy version control and rollback capabilities.
- The integration of graphics into WordPress is facilitated by a bespoke Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) block that lists graphics stored in the S3 bucket.
- The system at The Markup ensures graphics are self-contained, enabling developers to use a variety of tools and libraries for creation.
- This efficient system has allowed The Markup to produce over 300 graphics, maintaining agility and preventing chaos in development and maintenance processes.
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Massivelyop
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The MOP Up: Final Fantasy XI is worth a second look after two decades
- Manga artist Mamoru Nagano encourages players to come back to Final Fantasy XI, highlighting its solo playability and endless replay value after 20 years.
- Destiny 2 is in the middle of the Guardian Games and Bungie reflects on a major mistake made with the game.
- Fractured Online welcomes a new community manager.
- SMITE 2 introduces a new playable character, 'Merlin', and various new features in its OB6 update.
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Startupreporter
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Customer Engagement Marketing: A New Strategy for the Economy
- Customer Engagement Marketing: A New Strategy for the Economy
- This news article discusses the importance of customer engagement marketing as a new strategy for the economy.
- It emphasizes the need to be nice to everyone and always smile during the customer engagement process.
- The article also highlights the significance of creating a strong point of view and staying true to your brand's heritage.
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Insider
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I started a nonprofit to fight ALS after my husband's death. Here's how tech and AI can help us find a cure.
- Indu Navar, a tech professional, founded the Peter Cohen Foundation and EverythingALS after her husband's ALS diagnosis and subsequent passing.
- Both Indu and her husband, Peter Cohen, were involved in pioneering technology that revolutionized various sectors.
- After Peter's ALS diagnosis, Indu established the Peter Cohen Foundation to work towards finding a cure for ALS.
- The diagnostic process for ALS is challenging, leading to delayed detection and treatment compared to other diseases like cancer.
- Facing the lack of effective tools for assessing ALS progression, EverythingALS uses sensors to monitor patients' functions and predict outcomes.
- The organization focuses on utilizing technology, such as AI and sensors, for early diagnosis and personalized patient care.
- EverythingALS conducts citizen-driven research by involving patients directly in studies and utilizing digital tools for remote monitoring.
- Their AI tool, trained on a trusted dataset, offers support and guidance to ALS patients, contributing to a supportive community.
- Beyond ALS, EverythingALS aims to expand its technology-driven approach to diseases like Alzheimer's, Huntington's, and Parkinson's.
- The organization's mission is to enhance patient care, drive research, and ultimately contribute to finding cures for neurodegenerative diseases.
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Itnews
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AARNet to operate Basslink communications cable
- AARNet will take over operation of telecommunications services on the Basslink cable linking Victoria and Tasmania from July.
- The communications cable is an important redundant link connecting Tasmania to the mainland.
- AARNet will upgrade the network and ensure the ongoing provision of capacity for the research and education sector in Tasmania.
- APA Group will continue to control the electricity connector, while AARNet will operate the fibre communications cable.
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TechBullion
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Black Founders Reshaping Tech in the UK’s Northeast: Three Startups You Should Know
- A growing number of Black founders in the UK's Northeast are reshaping the tech scene away from London.
- Middlesbrough has emerged as a leading tech hub with a high growth rate and talent density.
- Startups like Carbonetrix, Innovarie, and Japaflex led by Black entrepreneurs are driving innovation in the Northeast.
- Carbonetrix, founded by Dr. Suhaib Arogundade, focuses on AI-powered carbon management for the AEC industry.
- Innovarie, founded by Yusuff Adeniyi Giwa, offers AI-powered business evaluation tools for entrepreneurs.
- Japaflex, founded by Ajibola Agbaje, is a social app facilitating connections based on location and cultural backgrounds.
- These startups aim to solve real-world problems using technology and data-driven solutions.
- Entrepreneurs like Giwa, Arogundade, and Agbaje are driving innovation and connectivity in the Northeast.
- The tech scene is diversifying, with a focus on inclusive, mission-driven startups outside traditional tech hubs.
- London is no longer the sole epicenter of tech innovation in the UK.
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TechCrunch
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Perplexity CEO denies having financial issues, says no IPO before 2028
- Perplexity CEO, Aravind Srinivas, denies claims of serious financial pressure and stated that the company has sufficient funding.
- Srinivas addressed a user theory that the company is facing financial issues and making cost-cutting changes.
- Perplexity created Auto mode to simplify AI usage for users by reducing clutter and complexity.
- The CEO stated that there are no plans for an IPO before 2028 and the company's revenue is growing.
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Pymnts
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Frank Founder Charlie Javice Convicted of $175 Million Fraud
- Startup founder Charlie Javice has been convicted of defrauding JPMorgan Chase by misleading the bank about her customer base.
- Javice and fellow executive Olivier Amar inflated Frank's customer base to secure a $175 million acquisition by JPMorgan.
- Prosecutors argued that Javice and Amar paid a data scientist to fabricate customer numbers, while in reality, Frank had only around 300,000 customers.
- Javice, who was charged with fraud in 2023, and Amar now face potential decades in prison.
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Teslarati
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Tesla supporter struck with vehicle by anti-Musk protestor at counter-protest
- A man attending an anti-Elon Musk and anti-Tesla rally in Idaho was struck by a vehicle driven by a member of the "Tesla Takedown" movement.
- The 49-year-old counter-protester was hit by a 70-year-old man who made an obscene gesture towards him before the incident occurred.
- Protests against Musk, Tesla, and Trump have become more intense, with some reports blaming the actions on Musk and Tesla.
- Tesla owners are growing tired of being targets of violence and vandalism, and more lawsuits may be necessary to address the issue.
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Arstechnica
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FBI raids home of prominent computer scientist who has gone incommunicado
- A prominent computer scientist, Xiaofeng Wang, has gone incommunicado and had his homes raided by the FBI.
- Wang, who worked as an associate dean and tenured professor at Indiana University, had his professor profile, email account, and phone number removed by the university.
- The reason behind the FBI raids and Wang's sudden disappearance is unknown.
- Wang has been known for his work in cryptography, privacy, and cybersecurity, and has published numerous academic papers on these subjects.
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Itnews
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UniSuper starts to explore agentic AI
- UniSuper is exploring opportunities with agentic AI to improve efficiency and member experience.
- The fund is using two Microsoft tools - Copilot Studio and Power Automate - to underpin its agentic AI work.
- The initial use case involves automating note-taking for financial advisors, saving time and enabling more client meetings.
- UniSuper sees generative AI playing a role in improving member outcomes and personalized experiences in retirement.
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TechSpot
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Researchers develop 90-nanometer LEDs for future ultra high-resolution displays
- Researchers from Zhejiang University and the University of Cambridge have developed nano-PeLEDs, the world's smallest LEDs with pixel lengths as small as 90 nanometers.
- These nano-PeLEDs enable an unprecedented pixel density of 127,000 pixels per inch (PPI), compared to a typical 27-inch 4K gaming monitor with just 163 PPI.
- The nano-PeLEDs are more resilient and efficient than micro-LEDs, thanks to their unique composition of halide perovskites.
- Potential applications for nano-PeLEDs include high-resolution displays for industries like gaming, augmented reality, and medical imaging.
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Itnews
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IAG trials Starlink for its property assessors
- Insurance group IAG is trialling Starlink “micro terminals” to enable property assessors to work in weather-affected or natural disaster zones.
- The terminals allow assessors to process property damage reports in real-time and remain connected in areas with unreliable internet coverage.
- IAG is collaborating with Optus for the technology trial, deploying the terminals to NRMA Insurance vehicles and mobile pop-claims centres.
- The trial aims to expedite emergency repairs in affected areas, improving the speed at which damage reports are actioned.
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Idownloadblog
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2025 M5 MacBook Pro will be a “chip-and-ship” update; major redesign due in 2026
- The 2025 MacBook Pro models will only receive faster M5 chips and no major redesign.
- The new MacBook Pros, expected to launch later this year, will feature Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.
- There won't be any significant changes to the hardware, as it is deemed a 'chip-and-ship' update.
- A major redesign, including OLED displays, custom cellular modem, and slim design, is anticipated for the 2026 MacBook Pro.
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Bravenewcoin
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Dogecoin Price Prediction: Can DOGE Avoid a $0.10 Retest and Rally Above $0.30?
- Dogecoin price is facing a battle between bullish optimism and bearish sentiment.
- DOGE has broken out of a descending trendline, but key resistance levels present a challenge.
- Key support level at $0.16, above which analysts predict a potential rally to $0.30.
- Long-term predictions suggest DOGE could eventually target $1 with sustained bullish momentum.
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