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April 5, 2026
Skyfall 31B v4.2 Uncensored Release
TheLocalDrummer released v4.2 of the uncensored Skyfall 31B model, dubbed SKYFALL-31B-V4.2-UNCENSORED-OPUS-4.6-ROLEPLAYING. The post accuses Google of stealing the 31B model size idea and announces plans to tune all Gemma 4 models. Community support is highlighted with thanks for the love.
Uncensored Gemma 4 Models with Expert Abliteration
Released uncensored versions of all four Gemma 4 models (2.3B to 31B) using MoE expert abliteration and automated research loop. Refusal rates drop to 0.4-3.2% across benchmarks. BF16 and GGUF quantizations available on Hugging Face.
Samsung Ends Messages, Adopts Google in July
Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July, urging users to switch to Google Messages as the default. Google Messages provides RCS for cross-OS features and Gemini AI for photo remixing in chats. This aligns with Samsung's recent pre-installation of Google Messages on new Galaxy devices.
Academicians Pioneer China's Quantum Industry Battlefield
Article outlines China's industrial battlefields: mature manufacturing, advancing semiconductors aiming for China ASML, and emerging quantum tech led by academicians. Highlights SEMICON China event and Bose Quantum's 1B RMB B-round funding for photonic quantum computing. Emphasizes China's lead in electrochemistry and natural index rankings.
Suno's Copyright Filters Easily Fooled
Suno's AI music platform prohibits copyrighted material but its filters are easily bypassed with minimal effort and free software. It generates alarmingly close imitations of hits like Beyoncé's 'Freedom,' Black Sabbath's 'Paranoid,' and Aqua's 'Barbie Girl.' This exposes major flaws in AI copyright enforcement.
Super XiaoAi PC Client Rolls Out Early
Xiaomi's Super XiaoAi PC client is rolling out earlier than announced to Xiaomi Notebook Pro 14. It unlocks AI services via a dedicated key, including deep search, multi-modal Q&A, and local personal knowledge base. Features prioritize on-device processing for privacy and security.
SpaceX Orbital Data Centers Valuation Debate
TechCrunch’s Equity podcast debates Elon Musk's vision for orbital data centers. The discussion explores if space-based computing can justify SpaceX's massive valuation. It highlights potential for revolutionary infrastructure.
Hongmeng ADAS Users Top 95%
Hongmeng Zhixing released its March owner usage report, revealing over 95% active ADAS users and 630 million km of assisted driving mileage. Urban navigation hit 240 million km, highway 380 million km, avoiding 263,000 potential collisions. Cumulative deliveries exceeded 1.3 million vehicles, fastest to 1 million among new forces.
Per-Layer Embeddings in Gemma 4 Explained
Explainer on Gemma 4's small models like gemma-4-E2B and gemma-4-E4B, which use per-layer embeddings rather than traditional MoE or dense architectures. These models have high embedding parameters (e.g., 2.8B in E2B) that Google excludes from 'effective' parameter counts, enabling unique inference tradeoffs. Contrasts with MoE like gemma-4-26B-A4B where only 4B params are active.
ICML Rebuttal: Countering Novelty Strawman
Researcher seeks advice on rebutting ICML reviewers' claim that their method lacks novelty. Despite outperforming baselines via unexpected novel combinations in a new domain, reviewers dismiss it. The approach includes novel components ignored by reviewers.
MSI Titan 18 HX Launches with RTX 5090
微星泰坦18 Ultra 2026游戏本搭载Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus处理器与NVIDIA RTX 5090 GPU，标配96GB内存、2TB PCIe Gen5 SSD，售价47999元。配备18英寸UHD+ 240Hz Mini LED显示屏、270W散热系统及Cherry MX机械键盘。支持双雷电5、Wi-Fi 7，总重3.6kg。
Xiaomi SU7 ALD Coating Suppresses Glare
New-gen Xiaomi SU7 uses internal ALD plating on cameras to cut glare from backlighting or high beams, enhancing ADAS target recognition and parking accuracy. Coating resists wear from cleaning thanks to outer hard waterproof layer. Other notes: IP6K9K external mics, selective door unlock, suction seat ventilation.
Japan Deploys Robots for Unwanted Jobs
Japan tackles labor shortages by shifting physical AI robots from pilots to real-world use. Robots are filling undesirable jobs amid demographic challenges. This marks broader adoption of embodied AI.
Gemini Nails Day Planning in Google Maps
The author tested Gemini's recent integration in Google Maps by requesting a full-day city itinerary. It suggested playgrounds near the light rail and kid-friendly vehicle-themed restaurants effectively. The feature delivered both obvious picks and novel spots worth bookmarking.
ML Researcher to Product Company Switch
AI researcher from slow-paced deep tech seeks faster product roles like at Uber. Lacks A/B testing experience required for senior positions. Asks how to convince interviewers of their value.
IBM Masters AI Fan Experience
IBM partners with the Masters Golf Tournament to deliver an unprecedented AI-powered fan experience bringing the fairway to every viewer. IBM SVP Jonathan Adashek and caddy Jim 'Bones' Mackay discuss the potential economic impact on Bloomberg This Weekend. The show airs live every Saturday and Sunday morning.
Should we be polite to voice assistants and AIs?
A Guardian reader from Toronto questions why she habitually says 'please' and 'thank you' to her Alexa despite knowing it doesn't care. The piece invites reader responses on the value of politeness to artificial assistants. It's part of a long-running Q&A series covering trivial to profound topics.
Advantech Launches Wildcat Lake MIO-5356 SBC
Advantech has launched the MIO-5356, a 3.5-inch embedded SBC based on Intel Core 300 'Wildcat Lake' processors including newly confirmed Core 3 305. It features adjustable 10-28W TDP, DDR5 memory support, dual Ethernet, and triple displays. Rich I/O includes serial ports, GPIO, and CAN-FD for industrial use.
COGNEX: Brain-Scan Behavioral Prediction Tool
COGNEX models public figures' responses using stimulus-response pairs mapped via Meta's TRIBE v2 fMRI model. Learns individual deviations from brain baseline for simulating new scenarios. Demo available, open-sourcing soon.
Echo's Voice AI Development Story
Jeff Bezos envisioned a voice computer early at Amazon, leading a team to develop the Echo speaker and Alexa assistant despite numerous challenges. The products introduced natural voice interaction to millions. Featured on The Verge's Version History podcast.