Local LLM RAG Apps With Ollama, DeepSeek-R1, and SingleStore

Local LLM RAG Apps With Ollama, DeepSeek-R1, and SingleStore

In a previous article, we explored how to use Ollama and DeepSeek-R1 with SingleStore for a simple example. In this article, we’ll build on that example by working with a PDF document from the internet. We’ll store the document and its vector embeddings in SingleStore, then use DeepSeek-R1 to identify blockchain investment opportunities. The notebook … Read more

Efficiency Redefined: Making Multimodule Configuration a Breeze in Kotlin Multiplatform Projects with Gradle Convention Plugins | by Vaibhav Jaiswal

Efficiency Redefined: Making Multimodule Configuration a Breeze in Kotlin Multiplatform Projects with Gradle Convention Plugins | by Vaibhav Jaiswal

Our approach is to configure each part of the project independently as an extension function and then combine all, to create the final Plugin.All these files will be put under the com.example.app.convention packageWe will have three feature configs, for Android, Cocoapods and KMP. Accessing the Gradle Version Catalogue We create an extension function on the … Read more

BuildDirect, GoldQuest, Melcor REIT at 52-Week Highs on News

BuildDirect, GoldQuest, Melcor REIT at 52-Week Highs on News

BuildDirect.Com Technologies Inc. (V.BILD) hit a new 52-week high of $1.60 Wednesday. BuildDirect.com announced that it has entered into a supply agreement with a North American-based customer in the sports, entertainment, and recreation sector. The agreement, valued at approximately up to US$2 million, involves the provision of high-performance flooring products for use across … Read more

Lenovo Announces New ThinkPad Laptops and Workstations

Lenovo Announces New ThinkPad Laptops and Workstations

Lenovo today announced a major refresh of its ThinkPad portfolio, with new L and X1 series laptops and P series workstations. “Whether you need mobile workstation power or scalable productivity, Lenovo is delivering the flexibility and intelligence required to thrive in the AI era,” Lenovo vice president Tom Butler says. Windows Intelligence In Your Inbox … Read more

Blue Shield of California leaked health data of 4.7 million members to Google

Blue Shield of California leaked health data of 4.7 million members to Google

Blue Shield of California disclosed it suffered a data breach after exposing protected health information of 4.7 million members to Google’s analytics and advertisement platforms. The nonprofit health plan, which serves nearly 6 million members across California, published a data breach notification on its website stating that member data was exposed between April 2021 and January … Read more

Hubble celebrates it 35th birthday with four gorgeous new images

Hubble celebrates it 35th birthday with four gorgeous new images

This week sees a very special day for one of the most beloved science instruments on the planet, as the Hubble Space Telescope is celebrating its 35th birthday. Launched on April 24, 1990, the telescope revolutionized our understanding of cosmology through its measurements of the expansion of the universe, and continues to collect invaluable science … Read more

What Stores Are Open And Closed Across Australia

What Stores Are Open And Closed Across Australia

With Easter falling close to Anzac Day this year, Australians will enjoy two consecutive long weekends. However, the extended break could leave many households running low on supplies due to the restricted shopping hours. On Anzac Day, major retailers across Australia will have different trading hours, with many closing for the morning or the entire … Read more

The Stars of My Paper Planner Are These Lovely Desaturated Highlighters

The Stars of My Paper Planner Are These Lovely Desaturated Highlighters

When I was younger, I painted my room an electric, lime green. Every time I opened the door, my heart filled with joy. Every time other people opened the door, they looked frantic. Then came the caffeine-fueled, late-night study sessions of my college days, filled with page after page of highlighted, neon notes I was … Read more

🎯 Android Spyware Masquerading as AlpineQuest Targets Russian Military Devices | by Ismail Tasdelen | Apr, 2025

🎯 Android Spyware Masquerading as AlpineQuest Targets Russian Military Devices | by Ismail Tasdelen | Apr, 2025

In a recent cybersecurity revelation, a malicious Android application impersonating the popular AlpineQuest GPS hiking app has been identified as spyware targeting Russian military personnel. This sophisticated campaign underscores the evolving tactics of cyber-espionage actors and the importance of vigilance in mobile device security.​ The malicious application closely mimics the legitimate AlpineQuest GPS Hiking app, … Read more