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Microsoft's KB5062660 preview update for Windows 11 24H2 introduces groundbreaking self-healing capabilities, including a redesigned Black Screen of Death and the Quick Machine Recovery tool, aimed at minimizing downtime from system failures. This release, part of the Windows Resiliency Initiative unveiled at Ignite 2024, also adds AI-powered settings assistance and fixes for persistent bugs, signaling a strategic shift toward autonomous system recovery.

An open-source tool generates convincing law firm letterhead to empower non-lawyers in disputes, leveraging design psychology over legal credentials. This project exposes how visual signaling shapes power dynamics – with significant implications for digital rights and ethical tech.

Microsoft unveils a major overhaul of Windows 11 crash management through its Windows Resilience Initiative, replacing the iconic Blue Screen of Death with a streamlined Black Screen and introducing AI-driven automatic recovery. The Quick Machine Recovery feature aims to prevent global outages like the CrowdStrike incident by autonomously applying fixes during boot failures. These changes signal a fundamental shift toward self-healing systems for both consumers and enterprises.

Losing keys or wallets no longer means permanent farewells, thanks to Bluetooth trackers leveraging vast device networks. We dissect the top contenders—from Apple’s UWB-powered AirTag to Android’s Chipolo—revealing which tracker excels in precision, battery life, and smart integrations. For developers and tech users, this is your blueprint for seamless item recovery.

The Lovable Prompts app is emerging as a vital resource for developers grappling with the nuances of prompt engineering for large language models. By offering a curated, community-driven platform, it streamlines the creation of effective AI interactions, reducing trial-and-error and accelerating innovation in generative AI applications.

OpenAI is reopening its monumental $40 billion funding round on July 28, with SoftBank committing $22.5 billion—but only if the AI giant restructures by year-end. The deal comes amid tensions over a $500 billion data center project and legal battles questioning OpenAI's commitment to its original mission.