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Risenshine! Here is digest of signals harvested on 2026-05-03.
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Markets
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International - 05/01 |
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+1.248% +4.3968% MoM | +0.1065% +0.7503% MoM | +0.4818% +10.8683% MoM | +0.2989% +7.2105% MoM |
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Commodities - 05/01 |
-0.1133% -3.3438% MoM | +2.4452% +0.2201% MoM | -2.9166% +15.0778% MoM | +0.1168% +0.8798% MoM |
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+1.0701% +3.9054% MoM | -0.4148% +5.1686% MoM | -1.028% +13.3577% MoM | +0.544% +19.1832% MoM |
Favorites - 05/01 |
+1.8732% +3.8696% MoM | +1.7067% +71.5142% MoM | +1.6332% +12.2019% MoM | -0.5612% +12.9161% MoM |
+6.4688% +18.3158% MoM | +0.1369% -5.0192% MoM | +1.2073% +27.3971% MoM | -0.2881% +6.2798% MoM |
-1.1873% +3.7755% MoM | +0.4089% +36.1837% MoM | +5.4403% +107.412% MoM | +4.8438% +47.3998% MoM |
-1.4311% +39.0713% MoM | -0.1211% +54.5778% MoM | +3.2394% +9.5881% MoM | -2.2865% -1.123% MoM |
Sectors - 05/01 |
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-0.5605% -1.4537% MoM | +0.9207% +26.2316% MoM |
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Gainers
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Skycorp Solar Group Limited Ordinary Shares +123.2% Skycorp Solar Group Ltd is a solar PV product provider principally engaged in the manufacture and sale of solar cables and solar connectors. It also has partnerships with multiple ... | Cue Biopharma, Inc. +108.8% Cue Biopharma Inc is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company. It is developing a novel and proprietary class of biologics drugs for the selective modulation of the human immune ... |
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Losers
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Dynamix Corporation Class A Ordinary Shares -88.4% Dynamix Corp is a blank check company.... | Credit Suisse High Yield Credit Fund Rights (expiring May 14, 2026) -76.8% ... |
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Business
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Implications of the Iran Cease-Fire Declaration on U.S. Congressional War Powers and Middle East Oil Flows |
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🗺 Background:- On May 2, 2026, Iran issued a formal cease-fire declaration affecting regional hostilities involving U.S. interests.
- The U.S. Congress has ongoing debates over war powers and military engagement in the Middle East due to existing authorizations.
- Middle Eastern oil exports remain a critical factor for global markets, often responding to regional instability.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The Iranian government, led by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and President Ebrahim Raisi, is a central actor.
- The U.S. Congress, including the Senate Foreign Relations and House Armed Services Committees, shapes war power policies.
- Major oil companies such as Saudi Aramco and BP have significant operations dependent on stable Middle East oil flows.
- International oil shipping firms like Frontline Ltd. monitor the Strait of Hormuz for transit security.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, the Congressional review of military authorizations may constrain or redefine U.S. engagement in the Middle East.
- Short-term oil price stabilization is possible if regional tensions remain low following Iran's cease-fire.
- Medium-term, energy firms could reassess regional investment and shipping strategies depending on sustained peace.
- Congressional debates might prompt new legislation clarifying or restricting presidential war powers related to Iran and neighboring states.
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AI Investment, Public Perception, and Corporate Spending: The Case of Meta, Amazon, and the U.S. Workforce |
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🗺 Background:- Meta and Amazon are investing heavily in artificial intelligence to enhance their platforms and services.
- Public perception of AI impacts workforce policies, influencing both adoption rates and regulatory responses.
- Corporate spending on AI is rising, with major tech firms leading the race for innovation and competitive advantage.
- Questions remain about the effects of AI on U.S. workforce dynamics and job security.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Mark Zuckerberg (Meta CEO), Andy Jassy (Amazon CEO), and U.S. labor institutions are central to ongoing discussions.
- Meta Platforms Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. are currently among the largest corporate investors in AI technology.
- The U.S. Department of Labor and Congressional committees monitor and respond to tech-driven workforce changes.
- Public opinion is shaped by consumer advocacy groups, technology watchdogs, and media outlets.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Increased AI spending may accelerate automation, impacting job types and numbers in the U.S. workforce.
- Medium-term: Regulatory scrutiny could intensify, prompting potential shifts in policy regarding worker protections and tech adoption.
- Corporate investments may trigger broader industry adoption, but could also widen gaps between tech leaders and traditional sectors.
- Public perception and trust in AI will likely influence future corporate strategies and government interventions.
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Drone Warfare Innovation: UK and Ukrainian Countermeasures and the Supply Chain Bottleneck |
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🗺 Background:- Drone warfare has become a pivotal aspect of modern military conflict, especially in the Russia-Ukraine war since 2022.
- Both the UK and Ukraine have been developing and deploying countermeasures against drone threats, using electronic warfare and kinetic defenses.
- Supply chain bottlenecks are limiting the rapid production and delivery of advanced drones and countermeasures to the front lines.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The UK Ministry of Defence is actively investing in drone and counter-drone technologies.
- The Ukrainian Armed Forces are dependent on both domestic innovation and Western support for drone operations.
- Key companies involved include BAE Systems in the UK and Ukrainian drone startups such as Aerorozvidka.
- International suppliers and technical partners face logistical challenges exacerbated by ongoing warfare and export controls.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Ukraine's frontline units may face increased vulnerability to Russian drone attacks if supply bottlenecks persist in the near term.
- UK defense contractors could see short-term revenue increases but medium-term delays due to supply chain disruptions.
- Strengthened cooperation on technology transfer may emerge, but reliance on external suppliers can hamper operational autonomy.
- Persistent bottlenecks may incentivize local Ukrainian production and innovation, potentially reshaping the European drone industry.
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Market Euphoria vs. Economic Red Flags: Why Stocks Ignore Geopolitical and Oil Price Threats |
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🗺 Background:- Market euphoria describes investor optimism where stock prices surge despite potential risks.
- Economic red flags such as rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions typically signal caution for investors.
- In 2024, major stock indices have reached new highs amidst global events and inflation concerns.
- Historically, disconnects between market performance and economic threats often precede volatility.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The Federal Reserve and Chair Jerome Powell are primary influencers of US monetary policy impacting markets.
- Major companies like Apple, Microsoft, and ExxonMobil are significant drivers of market sentiment and index performance.
- Institutional investors including BlackRock and Vanguard monitor geopolitical and commodity shocks closely.
- Global leaders such as Joe Biden and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman influence policies that affect oil prices and market stability.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term market rallies could be vulnerable to sudden corrections if geopolitical crises intensify or oil prices surge further.
- Medium-term, persistent disconnect between market euphoria and economic risks may lead to increased volatility and investor losses.
- Institutional rebalancing and shifts in monetary policy could prompt abrupt changes in risk appetite and asset allocation.
- Continued resilience may embolden retail investors, raising risks for speculative bubbles and future instability.
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Corporate Restructuring and Leadership: Apple, Starbucks, Adani, and the Role of Management Secrecy and Strategy in 2026 |
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🗺 Background:- Corporate restructuring refers to comprehensive changes in a company’s operational model, structure, and leadership to improve efficiency and align with new market demands.
- Management secrecy and strategic decision-making are critical in high-stakes corporate overhauls, often involving internal memos and confidential plans.
- Tech and consumer giants like Apple and Starbucks, as well as conglomerates such as Adani Group, are frequently at the forefront of organizational change due to industry competition and global investment pressures.
- Restructuring activities in 2026 have increased as companies respond to rapid economic growth, rising capital expenditure cycles, and intensifying regulatory scrutiny.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Gautam Adani, chairman of Adani Group, leads the conglomerate’s latest three-layer organizational overhaul announced on May 1, 2026.
- Adani Enterprises, the flagship listed company, is central to fundraising and operational execution in the group’s restructuring.
- Jugeshinder Singh, CFO of Adani Group, has outlined plans to scale fundraising efforts from $2 billion to $10 billion in three years.
- Apple and Starbucks, while not explicitly detailed in recent articles, are expected to be involved in leadership and restructuring shifts in 2026.
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💡 News facts:- On May 1, 2026, Adani Group unveiled a three-layer organizational structure, aiming to cut decision-making time to hours and sharpen execution across its 700+ sites and 400,000 employees; see the full article at https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-05-01/adani-group-unveils-restructuring-as-it-positions-for-growth published April 30, 2026.
- Adani Group announced plans to double capital spending pace, now targeting a $100 billion investment over five to six years, alongside the launch of a township for 50,000 workers in Mundra, Gujarat; details at https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/adani-group-unveils-sweeping-overhaul-to-speed-decisions-and-power-next-growth-phase/articleshow/130672208.cms published May 1, 2026.
- Adani’s restructuring goals are designed to streamline overlapping business units, consolidate subsidiaries, and prioritize debt management, as highlighted in https://brusselsmorning.com/india-corporate-restructuring-news-2026/97632/ published May 1, 2026.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term impact includes faster decision-making and improved accountability at Adani Group, which may lead to higher investor confidence and enhanced capital access.
- The streamlined structure and aggressive capex push could set a precedent for other Indian conglomerates and global corporations such as Apple and Starbucks to adopt similar strategies for operational agility.
- Medium-term effects may involve job realignment, increased infrastructure investment, and greater transparency, potentially improving governance standards across the sector.
- Risks remain from ongoing regulatory challenges, capital execution, and the requirement for leadership adaptation to new models.
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Science News
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Evaluating Bohmian Mechanics: Experimentation and Implications for Objective Reality in Quantum Physics |
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🗺 Background:- Bohmian Mechanics, proposed by David Bohm in 1952, provides a deterministic interpretation of quantum mechanics.
- Unlike the standard Copenhagen interpretation, Bohmian Mechanics posits that particles have definite trajectories guided by a quantum wave.
- This theory aims to address the quantum measurement problem and offers insights into the notion of objective reality.
- Debates around Bohmian Mechanics often focus on its compatibility with established quantum experiments and its philosophical implications.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- David Bohm, physicist and originator of Bohmian Mechanics, published his foundational works in the early 1950s.
- Prominent institutions include Oxford University and Princeton University, which host research groups investigating quantum interpretations.
- Researchers such as Sheldon Goldstein and Detlef Dürr have advanced the mathematical formulation and experimental analysis of Bohmian Mechanics.
- Quantum technology firms like IBM and Google are involved in quantum research, though focus primarily on standard interpretations.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term consequences may include increased experimental funding for alternative quantum interpretations as a result of recent findings.
- Bohmian Mechanics could challenge aspects of quantum computing design if trajectories influence entanglement dynamics.
- Medium-term, confirmation of objective reality via Bohmian experiments may spark philosophical and technical reassessment of quantum mechanics curricula.
- International collaboration could intensify as various institutions seek to replicate and extend recent Bohmian-related results.
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Backward Communication through Physics: Feasibility, Methods, and Technological Implications |
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🗺 Background:- Backward communication refers to information transfer from future states to past states, challenging conventional causality in physics.
- Quantum entanglement, retrocausality, and time-symmetric theories have been proposed as possible frameworks for backward communication since the early 2000s.
- Interest in technological feasibility surged after the publication of theoretical protocols, notably the 2016 work by Yakir Aharonov on time-reversed quantum operations.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Yakir Aharonov (Tel Aviv University), John Cramer (University of Washington), and the Quantum Retrocausality Research Group are central to research and debate.
- Institutions such as MIT, the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, and Google Quantum AI play key roles in advancing related experimental methods.
- Tech companies like IBM and Google are exploring quantum protocols that could facilitate exotic communication paradigms, citing patent activity since 2022.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term consequences include the possibility of new cryptographic methods leveraging backwards causality, as well as ethical debates regarding information transmission and privacy.
- Medium-term implications may involve shifts in computational paradigms, impacting both AI and predictive modeling capabilities by 2028.
- Regulatory bodies may introduce novel oversight protocols for quantum communication technologies if backward information flow is shown to be reliable.
- Theoretical implications could extend to revisions of fundamental physics laws, requiring updated curricula for university-level quantum mechanics courses.
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Energy Consumption Claims of Green Cryptocurrencies: Mechanisms Behind Discrepancies and Transparency Standards |
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🗺 Background:- Green cryptocurrencies use energy-efficient consensus mechanisms like Proof of Stake (PoS) to reduce power consumption compared to Bitcoin's Proof of Work (PoW).
- Transparency in reported energy usage is a major concern, as metrics vary widely with some projects lacking standardized reporting protocols.
- Discrepancies emerge when project sustainability claims are not externally audited or are based on proprietary datasets.
- Growing regulatory and scholarly attention underscores the need for reliable, verifiable energy data in the crypto sector.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Ethereum Foundation transitioned to PoS with the Merge on September 15, 2022, claiming to cut energy use by around 99%.
- Cardano, Solana, and Algorand are major green crypto projects promoting low-energy blockchain operations.
- Institutions like the Crypto Climate Accord and Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance are pushing for standardized energy reporting.
- Key individuals include Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum), Charles Hoskinson (Cardano), and Sam Bankman-Fried (Solana, via FTX).
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Scrutiny over transparency may slow institutional investments in green crypto projects until robust standards emerge.
- Near-term: Regulatory agencies may require publicly audited energy reports from blockchain entities, spurring industry-wide reforms.
- Medium-term: Sustained credibility gaps could reduce market trust, impacting adoption and price stability of green cryptocurrencies.
- Medium-term: Proper transparency standards may foster innovation in blockchain design and incentivize truly sustainable technologies.
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Rule Changes in S&P Indices: Effects on Investor Strategy and SpaceX Integration Timeline |
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🗺 Background:- S&P Global frequently updates criteria for inclusion in major indices such as S&P 500, affecting investor portfolios.
- SpaceX has been considered for future index inclusion following its anticipated public offering, impacting strategies.
- Rule changes can alter passive investment flows, influencing share prices of affected companies.
- New rules often aim to reflect market realities and improve transparency for institutional investors.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of S&P Global, manages the index criteria and updates.
- Institutional investors such as BlackRock and Vanguard are major stakeholders, adjusting strategies based on rule changes.
- SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, stands to be affected by future index integration following a public listing.
- SEC oversight and guidance play a role in how rule changes are interpreted and implemented.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, affected companies may see increased volatility as passive index funds adjust positions.
- Medium-term, SpaceX's delayed index integration could dampen IPO enthusiasm and alter institutional allocation strategies.
- Rule changes might push some companies to proactively meet new profitability or float requirements to ensure eligibility.
- Investor strategies may shift towards more active management, reducing reliance on passive index funds.
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Colombia Fossil Fuel Roadmap Conference: Analysis of Absent Heavy Emitters and the Summit's Approach Compared to COP Meetings |
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🗺 Background:- The Colombia Fossil Fuel Roadmap Conference was convened to outline strategies for transitioning away from fossil fuels, reflecting the country’s climate commitments.
- The summit was held in Bogotá on May 2, 2026, drawing attention from both national and international environmental groups.
- Unlike COP meetings, the conference emphasized national policy mechanisms rather than global accords.
- Recent debates have centered on the effectiveness of Colombia’s approach versus past international frameworks.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The Ministry of Mines and Energy of Colombia, led by Minister Irene Vélez, played a central role in organizing the summit.
- Major fossil fuel companies such as Ecopetrol were notably absent from the conference’s participant list.
- Environmental NGOs like WWF Colombia and Fundación Natura attended and contributed analyses.
- International observers included representatives from the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP).
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💡 News facts:- On May 2, 2026, El Tiempo reported that Ecopetrol, Colombia’s largest oil producer, was absent from the summit, raising questions about industry commitment (https://www.eltiempo.com/energia/colombia-fossil-fuel-roadmap-conference-2026, published 2026-05-02).
- Semana highlighted that the conference differed from COP meetings by excluding formal emissions targets, focusing instead on sectoral transition roadmaps (https://www.semana.com/medioambiente/colombia-fossil-fuel-roadmap-analysis, published 2026-05-02).
- According to La República, Irene Vélez announced that the roadmap would prioritize energy diversification with a 2028 milestone for renewable integration (https://www.larepublica.co/energia/colombia-roadmap-renewables-2026, published 2026-05-02).
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, the absence of major emitters like Ecopetrol may slow adoption of proposed fossil fuel phase-out measures.
- Medium-term, the summit’s sector-based approach could yield more tailored policy outcomes but faces challenges without cross-sector consensus.
- The conference may affect Colombia’s standing in future COP negotiations by signaling a preference for national over international frameworks.
- Funding for renewable energy projects may see increased pressure due to the new 2028 milestone set by government officials.
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Culture
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Giotto di Bondone "Remember that the highest reward for your toil is not what you get for it, but what you become by it..." Giotto di Bondone was an Italian painter and architect from Florence during the late Middle Ages. He is considered the father of Renaissance painting for his innovative use of realism and emotion in art.... | Dante Alighieri "The darkest places in hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral crisis..." Dante Alighieri was an Italian poet, writer, and philosopher best known for his epic poem 'The Divine Comedy,' which is considered one of the greatest works of world literature. His writing deeply influenced the Italian language and Renaissance literature.... |
Nicole Oresme "Mathematics is the key and door to the sciences..." Nicole Oresme was a French philosopher, mathematician, and physicist of the 14th century who made significant contributions to the development of modern science, including early ideas about motion and the nature of the universe. He also wrote extensively on economics and political theory.... | Edward III of England "I am the hammer of the Scots, the terror of the French..." Edward III was King of England from 1327 to 1377, known for his military success and the start of the Hundred Years' War against France. His reign saw significant developments in English government and the rise of the English Parliament.... |
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NASA
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Trifid Pillars and Jets (2026-05-03) Credits: NASA / APOD |
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Github
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Trading tools |
investing-algorithm-framework 965 stars #30 Framework for developing, backtesting, and deploying automated trading algorithms and trading bots.... | qf-lib 929 stars #31 Modular Python library that provides an advanced event driven backtester and a set of high quality tools for quantitative finance. Integrated with various data vendors and brokers,... |
toraniko 928 stars #32 A multi-factor equity risk model for quantitative trading.... | howtrader 905 stars #33 Howtrader: A crypto quant framework for developing, backtesting, and executing your own trading strategies. Seamlessly integrates with TradingView and other third-party signals. Si... |
Sea Vessels |
boatbot 2 stars #30 ⛵ 🤖 - A cool bot that tracks boats... | Skipper 3 stars #31 Skipper boating app for mariners... |
mechanic-skill 2 stars #32 Vehicle maintenance tracker and mechanic advisor. Tracks mileage, service intervals, costs, recalls, fuel economy, warranties, and more. Supports trucks, cars, motorcycles, dirt bi... | - 2 stars #33 1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:02,500 [Music playing] 2 00:00:03,000 --> 00:00:09,500 [Dan] On a tropical hillside of Puerta Plata, Dominican Republic lies the Residence Suites at Lif... |
Air Vessels |
tello_object_tracking 31 stars #30 DJI Tello Drone tracks a moving object (a face or a person) on the horizontal/vertical plane keeps also a constant distance from the detection.... | headtrack 31 stars #31 Lightweight X-Plane plugin that uses SmoothTrack input to enables head tracking.... |
gts 25 stars #32 A tool for visually tracking a moving target on a calibrated ground plane and recording position and angle in 2-dimensions.... | MMM-FlightRadarTracker 23 stars #33 MagicMirror module that tracks nearby planes based on Flightradar24 data... |
Imagery |
py-image-dataset-generator 224 stars #30 Get a large image dataset with minimal effort by grabbing image through the web and generate new ones by image augmentation.... | autoalbument 205 stars #31 AutoML for image augmentation. AutoAlbument uses the Faster AutoAugment algorithm to find optimal augmentation policies. Documentation - https://albumentations.ai/docs/autoalbument... |
easyreg 175 stars #32 an image registration/augmentation/segmentation package... | trivialaugment 166 stars #33 This is the official implementation of TrivialAugment and a mini-library for the application of multiple image augmentation strategies including RandAugment and TrivialAugment.... |
Video |
Generative-Media-Skills 3165 stars #30 Multi-modal Generative Media Skills for AI Agents (Claude Code, Cursor, Gemini CLI). High-quality image, video, and audio generation powered by muapi.ai.... | VGen 3157 stars #31 Official repo for VGen: a holistic video generation ecosystem for video generation building on diffusion models... |
MultiTalk 2911 stars #32 [NeurIPS 2025] Let Them Talk: Audio-Driven Multi-Person Conversational Video Generation... | goku 2907 stars #33 [CVPR2025 Highlight] Video Generation Foundation Models: https://saiyan-world.github.io/goku/... |