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#StackOverflow - Stack Overflow, the once go-to place for your all our dev questions is now dying, to the point where the activity on the site seems to be similar to when it had launched in 2009. The number of questions asked has nearly dried up, new data shows. LLMs could be the reason for this, but statistics show that its been on a downward trend since 2014.

#Apple - Apple's still got drama going on, even after the court ruled against them in the Epic Games case, they're still warning users about apps that don't use their payment system, it's like, you lost, move on!

#EpicGames - Fortnite's back to being MIA on iPhones and iPads worldwide, and it's all because of Apple. Apparently, Apple blocked the game's return to the App Store, and now it's only accessible on other platforms.

#Spotify - Spotify's got a major problem on its hands! Hundreds of fake podcasts were peddling prescription drugs, and it took them way too long to take them down. Some were even up for months!

IIT-B Opens Global Campus In Japan
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) is about to make an international debut by establishing a new campus in Japan. IIT Bombay has chosen to collaborate with Tohoku University, a renowned and government-supported Japanese institution.

Bangalore Airport Partners With KPMG To Implement Generative AI Technologies
BIAL (Bangalore International Airport Limited) is the operator of Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru. KPMG is a global professional services firm that provides audit, tax, and advisory services. They've partnered to implement cutting-edge Generative AI tech to enhance airport operations and passenger experiences, using a bespoke AI platform for smarter decision-making and operational resilience.

Swiggy Launches Exclusive Nationwide Discount Programme For College Students
Swiggy is a huge food delivery platform in India, and they just launched a new program that's perfect for you and your fellow CS grads! They're offering discounted rates on their subscription services and food delivery orders for college students, with perks like free deliveries and extra discounts. All you need to do is verify your college email address through their app!

OpenAI Launches Codex, A Powerful AI Coding Agent
OpenAI just announced Codex, a new AI coding agent that can write code, fix bugs, and even answer questions about your codebase. It's like a virtual teammate for software engineers! Codex is powered by OpenAI's o3 model and is available to some ChatGPT users starting today.

Windows 11 - Added new "Advanced Settings" page with reworked and expanded options for developers and enthusiasts.

Microsoft Command Palette - New App - Command Palette, a customizable launcher app with search, calculations, system commands, and extension support.

GitHub - Supports advanced search syntax with logical AND/OR operators and nested parentheses for constructing complex issue searches.

Starguard | CLI that detects fake-star campaigns, dependency hijacks, licence red-flags and other signs of repository risk. Inspired by the “4.5 million fake stars” study, StarGuard helps CTOs, security teams and investors perform fast, automated open-source due-diligence.

Git Bug | Distributed, offline-first bug tracker embedded in git

Rslib | Create JavaScript libraries in a simple and intuitive way.

LLMs: Productivity Gain Or Learning Loss?
A developer shares concerns about relying on Large Language Models (LLMs) for coding, math, and writing, sacrificing depth of learning for speed and output, and wondering if this trade-off is sustainable as AI models improve, drawing historical analogies with calculators, GPS, and the printing press.

Design Dilemma: Minimalist Vs Maximalist Posters
In graphic design, two styles reign supreme: minimalist and maximalist. Minimalist posters rely on simplicity, using clean space and subtle design to convey a message, while maximalist posters go all out with bold colors and layered textures. Which style works best depends on the message, audience, and display space.