OSS Licensing and Legal Issues

OSS Licensing and Legal Issues

There are many ways to work with Open Source Software. In particular, what kind of license is adopted will have strong effects on: How the project is developed How the project is deployed There are two broad classes of licenses: Restrictive, such as the GPL in all of its forms Permissive, such as the BSD and Apache Foundation Licenses There is a lot of misinformation spread about Open Source Software and licenses, which can make organizations reluctant to use and develop for it. We will discuss the main kinds of this false information. Restrictive vs Permissive Licensing Restrictive Licenses Demand…
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Massive drought in Italy threatens to destroy Sicilian tourism

Massive drought in Italy threatens to destroy Sicilian tourism

An extreme drought in Sicily is the worst the Italian island has seen in 20 years, and it's so bad it's threatening the region's economy.The drought in Sicily has caused the local climate to mirror that of Ethiopia, UK outlet Sky News reported, causing a state of emergency, drying up lakes, and prompting officials to implement strict water rations. The rations are so strict — with some residents being asked to cut their water use by as much as 45% — it's prompting some hotel and inn owners to turn guests away because they cannot guarantee showers will run or toilets will…
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5 reasons to use open source event ticketing for your next event

5 reasons to use open source event ticketing for your next event

So, you've got an event coming up, and you're knee-deep in planning chaos. But what if I told you there's a way to make it all a breeze? Enter open source event ticketing: it's here to save your wallet, event, and sanity. Let's dive into why you should consider open source event ticketing for your next shindig. 1. Say Goodbye to Ticketing Fees Traditional ticketing platforms often come with hefty fees that can add up and eat into your budget fast. Open source solutions, on the other hand, are typically free or come at a fraction of the cost. You…
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Building a Sports Score App with Flutter

Building a Sports Score App with Flutter

Introduction:In today's fast-paced world, keeping up with sports scores has become an integral part of many people's lives. However, constantly checking multiple sources for updates can be time-consuming and inconvenient. This is where a sports score app comes in handy. With the rise of cross-platform app development, Flutter has emerged as a popular choice for building sports score apps. In this article, we will discuss the advantages, disadvantages, and features of building a sports score app with Flutter. Advantages: Cross-platform compatibility: Flutter allows for the development of apps that work seamlessly on both iOS and Android, reducing development time and…
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Kamala Harris won’t save Democrats if she takes over for Biden, warns historian who correctly predicted 9 of the last 10 elections

Kamala Harris won’t save Democrats if she takes over for Biden, warns historian who correctly predicted 9 of the last 10 elections

A professor and historian who successfully predicted the last 9 out of 10 elections since 1984 believes President Joe Biden is still the safest bet for Democrats.Since Biden's poor debate performance against Donald Trump, the president has fielded calls from voters, donors, and congressional colleagues to drop out of the race for a new nominee.Some names floated as potential replacements include Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and California Gov. Gavin Newsom. However, as Business Insider has previously reported, Vice President Kamala Harris may be the most obvious and viable option for Democrats given the immediate war chest she would get from…
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Biden’s campaign touts $38 million in donations after dubious debate performance

Biden’s campaign touts $38 million in donations after dubious debate performance

President Joe Biden's reelection campaign knows it took a hit in the debate against former President Donald Trump.But Biden is coming back swinging, one campaign spokesperson says, touting $38 million in donations since last Thursday's debate."People going to joebiden.com and chipping in because they understand that when you get knocked down, you get back up and you keep fighting, and that's exactly what the President has done," Michael Tyler, the communications director for Biden's campaign, told the hosts of MSNBC's "The Weekend" on Saturday.In the day after the July 27 debate, Biden raised $27 million while Trump raised $8 million,…
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[Game of Purpose] Day 49 – Bone collision detection

[Game of Purpose] Day 49 – Bone collision detection

Today I started working on people receiving damage. My vision is that when the Drone drops a granade and a person is in a close proximity of its explosion it should react naturally. If it's close enough they should loose their legs, arms, hands, etc. So I searched for tutorials and it turns out there are not that many. The remaining ones are very complex or for Unreal 4. The one I found looking the most interesting is https://www.unrealengine.com/marketplace/en-US/product/procedural-dismemberment-system. It costs about 43 dollars, it's not that much compared to other products on the marketplace. I have not bought it…
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AI agent benchmarks are misleading, study warns

AI agent benchmarks are misleading, study warns

We want to hear from you! Take our quick AI survey and share your insights on the current state of AI, how you’re implementing it, and what you expect to see in the future. Learn More AI agents are becoming a promising new research direction with potential applications in the real world. These agents use foundation models such as large language models (LLMs) and vision language models (VLMs) to take natural language instructions and pursue complex goals autonomously or semi-autonomously. AI agents can use various tools such as browsers, search engines and code compilers to verify their actions and reason…
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Justin Bieber performed at an Ambani pre-wedding party for family and friends. Here’s a look at the exclusive guest list.

Justin Bieber performed at an Ambani pre-wedding party for family and friends. Here’s a look at the exclusive guest list.

The wedding of the year has almost arrived.Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Asia's richest man, will marry on July 12 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Guests will be treated to a weekend of festivities, with activities on July 13 and the reception on July 14.The couple's upcoming nuptials hit social media in March when videos and photos surfaced of lavish pre-wedding festivities hosted by the Ambani family. The family's patriarch, Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, has a net worth of $123.4 billion. His wife, Nita Ambani, is a philanthropist who serves as…
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