Roop is a one-click #deepfake app. It lets you take a video and replace the face in it with a face of your choice. You only need one image of the desired face. No dataset and no training required, though the author does go on to say "Be aware, the installation needs technical skills and is not for beginners."
A group of #hackers have exposed an #exploit which can unlock software-locked #Tesla features worth up to $15,000 including full self-driving. They said despite the exploit, they believe Tesla’s #security is better than other automakers.
https://electrek.co/2023/08/03/hackers-manage-unlock-tesla-software-locked-features/
#infosec #defcon #blackhat
Verifying my Nostr Nests identity: GOlY_mF2X_L9x_anOTXbQMWJ_mL-KeTFh2IbPvxnajw
One of these statements about #nostr made by Meta's Llama 2 is true.
1) With Nostr, you have complete control over who has access to your data and what they can do with it. You decide who gets to see your posts, comments, or any other information you choose to share. And if someone tries to steal your data, they will only be able to view it for a limited time before the protocol automatically deletes it from their device.
2) Nostr has the potential to transform social media as we know it. By decentralizing the platform, users can create a truly open, democratic space where everyone is equal. This means that communities can form organically around shared interests and ideas, without the need for gatekeepers or algorithms dictating what content gets promoted and what doesn't.
This is not AI. It's just an expensive Markov Chain.
There once was a young man who had always been fascinated by the idea of stacking sats. He spent hours upon hours practicing and honing his skills in an attempt to become one of the best stackers out there. After years of hard work and dedication, he finally achieved his dream of becoming a professional sat-stacker. His talent was recognized and celebrated all over the world as he traveled from city to city showcasing his incredible abilities. Despite all his success, however, the young man never lost sight of where it all began – with that first stack of sats on his living room floor. And so, every chance he got, he would take a break from his busy schedule and come home to spend some quality time stacking sats with his family. In this way, the art of sat-stacking became not just a passion or a profession for him, but also a way to stay connected to what truly mattered most – the love and support of those closest to him.
The Gulf Stream is not going to collapse, despite recent reports suggesting otherwise. The Gulf Stream and the AMOC (Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation) are two different ocean currents and should not be confused.
The Gulf Stream is a surface current that warms the Eastern Seaboard of the U.S. and has a significant impact on the climate in Northwestern Europe.
The AMOC is a deep, slow, and cold current that is only about one-tenth the size of the Gulf Stream.
While there is evidence that the AMOC has slowed down in the past, there is no direct evidence of it collapsing.
https://bigthink.com/strange-maps/gulf-stream-collapse-amoc/
CertiK discovers #vulnerability in #Worldcoin protocol allowing anyone to #bypass verification process and become an Orb operator. Individuals can become Orb operators without going through strict identification verification or vetting interview. Worldcoin confirms vulnerability and issues a fix, while CertiK plans to release details of the finding in the future.
https://decrypt.co/151279/worldcoin-bug-allowed-anyone-become-orb-operator-certik
The U.S. Geological Survey is requesting residents in six states to mail in dead #butterflies, #moths, and #skippers for contamination testing. Specimens will be used by scientists to study declining insect populations and potential environmental factors. Program may expand to other states and include K-12 schools if successful.
https://www.npr.org/2023/08/04/1191988090/usgs-dead-butterflies-moths
Good morning and happy #Friday #nostr 🎉
#coffee #coffeechain
Good night #nostr 💤
The Quantum Bakery: When Cookies and Quantum Mechanics Collide!
Welcome, dear readers, to a mind-bending and mouth-watering journey through the mesmerizing world of #quantum #mechanics and the delightful realm of #cookies. At first glance, these two seemingly unrelated subjects may puzzle you, but fear not! Today, we will unravel the delicious secrets behind the quantum event that is #baking cookies.
1. The Quantum Ingredients:
Imagine embarking on a quantum quest as you gather the essential cookie ingredients—flour, sugar, butter, and more. In the quantum realm, each ingredient represents a quantum #particle, with its unique set of potential states. Just like #Schrödinger's #cat, these particles exist in a #superposition of possibilities until they come together in the mixing bowl.
2. The Mysterious Transformation:
Once the ingredients are combined, it's time for the #magic to happen. Mixing and kneading introduce a set of specific conditions, akin to the quantum observer collapsing the superposition of states. Just as the quantum world transforms through the act of observation, our cookie #dough begins its metamorphosis.
3. From Superposition to Deliciousness:
As quantum superposition morphs into quantum #entanglement, where particles become intertwined, our dough follows suit. The dough's texture, its unique aroma, and the #homogeneity of its ingredients all become entangled in a symphony of tastes, creating a delightful experience for our palates.
4. Baking: A Quantum Leap!
As we place our cookie dough in the oven, a quantum leap occurs. Just like #electrons transitioning between #energy levels, our dough undergoes a quantum leap from a raw, shapeless mass to a golden-brown, firm yet #chewy cookie. The oven acts as our quantum catalyst, guiding the dough towards its #delectable destiny.
5. The Observer Effect: To Taste is to Observe:
When the oven's timer finally rings, we are faced with a tantalizing choice—to observe, or not to observe. But much like the #observer effect in quantum mechanics, we cannot resist the urge to peek inside the oven and witness the cookies' final #transformation. Our taste buds become the ultimate observers, taking in the sweet sensations that quantum baking has bestowed upon us.
Conclusion:
As our #cosmic #journey through the realm of cookies and quantum mechanics comes to an end, we discover that even the seemingly ordinary act of baking can #transcend the #boundaries of the #mundane. Quantum events hide in the most unexpected places, waiting to be uncovered by those who dare to #explore.
So, the next time you whip up a batch of cookies, remember the quantum #dance happening within your mixing bowl. Embrace the magic of entangled ingredients, the transformation of superposition, and the observer effect that brings forth the delectable #reward.
In the nexus of quantum mechanics and cookies lies a universe of #wonder, where #particles and #flavors collide. Happy baking, fellow #explorers, and may your cookies always be quantum-tastic! 🍪🤙🏻
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#art #painting #drawing #monster #marker #watercolor
The Boring Company received approval to expand its tunnel network in Las #Vegas, with plans for 68 miles of #tunnels and 81 stations served by #Tesla vehicles. Despite concerns raised by the Mayor, Las Vegas hotels are eager for transportation options. The Boring Company's previous plans for high-speed #trains and #electric #pods have been scaled back, but interest remains high in Las Vegas.
Ilya Lichtenstein, implicated in the 2016 #Bitfinex #hack, has admitted to being the hacker and converting stolen #Bitcoin to #gold coins. Lichtenstein and his wife, aka "Razzlekhan," face up to 20 years in prison and must forfeit proceeds from roughly 120,000 Bitcoin. Despite a recent recovery of some stolen funds, the majority remains unrecovered, leaving victims without resolution.
https://decrypt.co/151168/bitfinex-hacker-revealed-razzlekhan-husband-billions-bitcoin
The annual Perseid meteor shower will peak on Aug. 12 and 13, with up to 100 meteors per hour predicted to be visible. The shower will occur when the hours of darkness have increased, making falling bits of rocky debris in Earth's atmosphere more visible. To watch the #Perseid #meteor shower, find a secluded spot away from city lights and let your eyes adjust to the dark for 20 minutes.