The final patent for MPEG-4 Visual has expired, removing licensing restrictions and potentially impacting video technology licensing worldwide.
The Last MPEG-4 Visual Patent Has Expired
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8 AI Innovations Poised To Change Society In 2026
Eight emerging AI innovations in 2026 are poised to impact industries, ethics, and daily life, with confirmed developments and some areas still evolving.
Elixir-lang.org Has A New Design
Elixir-lang.org has launched a redesigned website, featuring a modern interface and improved navigation, confirmed by the official source.
Reviving A 15-Year-old Netbook With Arch Linux
A tech enthusiast successfully restores a 15-year-old netbook with Arch Linux, demonstrating the device’s continued usability and the flexibility of Linux.
Learning A Few Things About Running SQLite
An overview of practical tips and considerations for using SQLite efficiently, based on recent expert guidance and user experiences.
Optimize AI Storage With These Portable SSDs In 2026
Discover the top portable SSDs for AI storage in 2026, balancing speed, capacity, and ruggedness for efficient data management.
Show HN: Leaves – A text-UI Disk Usage Treemap Visualizer
Leaves is a new text UI tool for visualizing disk usage with treemaps, designed for servers and containers. It was shared on Show HN.
Ente – Opening Our Books
Ente unveils its ‘Opening Our Books’ transparency project, aiming to provide greater financial clarity to stakeholders and the public.
Job Queues Are Deceptively Tricky
Exploring why job queues are more complex than they appear and the implications for system performance and reliability.
The Anti-Mac User Interface (1996)
A detailed analysis of the 1996 Anti-Mac User Interface, its origins, and its impact on UI design history.
