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Risenshine! Here is digest of signals harvested on 2026-06-16.
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Markets
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International - 06/15 |
-1.1108% -1.1809% MoM | -1.8662% +2.0522% MoM | -2.0144% -0.9007% MoM | -1.3021% +2.5342% MoM |
-1.3021% +2.5342% MoM | -0.6814% +3.2407% MoM | +0.4733% +9.0089% MoM | +0.0482% +4.243% MoM |
-2.0954% +3.2208% MoM | -1.5295% +0.7528% MoM | +1.4269% +8.469% MoM | -0.5101% -2.9038% MoM |
+1.4562% +3.4536% MoM | +1.9243% +2.9682% MoM | +3.6543% +15.922% MoM | -0.5909% -8.761% MoM |
-0.789% -0.925% MoM | +4.5287% -5.3556% MoM | -1.3854% -5.7385% MoM | -2.2092% +0.391% MoM |
+0.9174% +6.4516% MoM | -0.4839% -0.3767% MoM | -2.5008% -1.9728% MoM | -1.6984% +0.2799% MoM |
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Commodities - 06/15 |
+2.5896% -5.2291% MoM | +3.5569% -9.2508% MoM | -3.3644% -18.809% MoM | +3.3462% -9.9776% MoM |
+0.5335% -6.4539% MoM | +2.7692% +4.5383% MoM | +0.2528% +3.2552% MoM | +0.7048% -0.9532% MoM |
+0.3571% -10.032% MoM | +0.8953% -9.84% MoM | +5.58% -1.2736% MoM | +2.076% +1.2646% MoM |
Favorites - 06/15 |
+1.1469% -19.2771% MoM | +6.9766% +29.9936% MoM | +2.3084% -5.6146% MoM | +3.5382% -4.4395% MoM |
+4.6217% +3.2313% MoM | +0.335% +10.9773% MoM | +3.1314% -7.1132% MoM | -0.2393% -15.541% MoM |
+0.4202% -9.2405% MoM | +8.3349% +91.7767% MoM | +2.6411% +18.2028% MoM | +4.2934% +8.4315% MoM |
+10.4326% +82.845% MoM | +1.8171% -0.4768% MoM | -0.2672% +0.9953% MoM |
Sectors - 06/15 |
+1.7634% +2.1905% MoM | -0.5981% +4.9204% MoM | +0.4124% +3.5176% MoM | -0.8157% +2.8343% MoM |
+5.4004% +26.7368% MoM | +1.5441% +7.7964% MoM | -0.7989% +3.3855% MoM | -0.1966% +15.1449% MoM |
-0.4072% -4.0926% MoM | +3.3013% +8.1191% MoM |
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Gainers
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Losers
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| Elicio Therapeutics, Inc. Common Stock -73% Elicio Therapeutics Inc is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing novel immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer, including mKRAS-positive pancreatic cancer, colorecta... |
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Business
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Geopolitical and Economic Consequences of the US-Iran War, Strait of Hormuz Reopening, and Related Diplomacy |
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🗺 Background:- The US-Iran war escalated in early 2026, primarily over regional power disputes and nuclear policy.
- The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil transport, was closed due to military tensions.
- Supply disruptions from the region have impacted global energy and aviation fuel markets since the blockade.
- Efforts for diplomatic resolution intensified as economic and political costs mounted for multiple stakeholders.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- US President Donald Trump has negotiated directly with Iranian officials, with Pakistan mediating talks.
- African Airlines Association and individual African carriers are heavily affected by higher jet fuel costs.
- G7 countries, notably Britain and France, are involved in potential demining operations for the Strait of Hormuz.
- Tehran's government maintains a negotiating stance on sanctions relief and financial terms post-conflict.
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💡 News facts:- On June 13, 2026, President Trump announced he expects to sign a deal with Iran on Sunday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, asserting Iran will not receive any money from the agreement. https://fortune.com/2026/06/13/trump-deal-us-iran-war-reopen-strait-of-hormuz-sunday/
- On June 13, 2026, Trump stated that G7 allies including Britain and France are interested in helping remove mines from the Strait of Hormuz during the G7 summit, pending the pause of the Iran conflict. https://fortune.com/2026/06/13/trump-allies-mine-removal-strait-of-hormuz-g7-summit-iran-war-deal/
- On June 12, 2026, the African Airlines Association warned that the ongoing Iran war is pushing up jet fuel prices, compounding cost pressures and exposing the sector's reliance on imports. https://apnews.com/article/africa-airlines-iran-hormuz-jet-fuel-80494b249acc4c028d1ebf1ac6634c11
- On June 13, 2026, reports indicate Tehran may hesitate to finalize a deal on Trump’s birthday to avoid granting him a political victory. https://fortune.com/2026/06/13/trump-us-iran-peace-deal-mou-birthday-gift/
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➡ Potential consequences:- Reopening the Strait of Hormuz may rapidly normalize global oil and jet fuel markets, easing supply constraints.
- If G7-led demining proceeds, shipping lanes could return to operation, reducing transport insurance costs.
- Failure to finalize the deal could prolong aviation and energy price volatility, impacting airlines and economies worldwide.
- Short-term US-Iran thaw may not resolve underlying tensions, leaving risk of renewed conflict and energy insecurity in the medium term.
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AI Export Controls and National Security: US Bans and Enforcement on Advanced AI Models |
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🗺 Background:- The United States government has recently increased export controls targeting advanced AI models due to national security concerns.
- Export controls specifically address the risk of AI technologies being accessed or exploited by foreign adversaries.
- The Trump administration has enforced new bans on certain generative AI systems developed by US-based companies.
- These measures are in response to warnings that next-generation AI models could be used for malicious purposes and threaten national security.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Key stakeholders include Anthropic, an advanced AI company, and its CEO Dario Amodei.
- The US government, under the Trump administration, is the primary policy enforcer regarding new AI export controls.
- Other affected parties include AI research labs, global technology regulators, and adversarial nation-states.
- Major AI models impacted include Anthropic's Mythos and Fable.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term impacts include significant operational changes at US AI companies and immediate restrictions in model availability to foreign customers.
- Medium-term, global AI collaboration could be reduced, with adversarial states possibly accelerating their domestic AI development.
- The broader tech industry may face uncertainty as regulatory scrutiny of frontier AI models increases.
- Other countries may retaliate with reciprocal controls, potentially fragmenting international AI development and governance.
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The Rise of SpaceX: Economic, Market, and Social Impacts of the SpaceX IPO and Elon Musk's Wealth |
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🗺 Background:- SpaceX was founded by Elon Musk in 2002 and its IPO made headlines by setting new market records in June 2026.
- Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire following the SpaceX IPO, a milestone widely covered by global financial media.
- The IPO generated intense market enthusiasm and sparked widespread debate about tech-driven speculative bubbles.
- If divided globally, Elon Musk’s $1 trillion wealth would allocate around $122 to each person on Earth.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Elon Musk is the CEO of SpaceX and became the first individual to reach a $1 trillion net worth in June 2026.
- SpaceX, the leading private aerospace manufacturer, is central to the new market dynamics after its record IPO.
- Retail investors and major market institutions, including NASDAQ, are closely involved as SpaceX trading surges.
- Financial media such as Bloomberg, Fortune, and Business Insider are providing ongoing analysis of the IPO's impact.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, SpaceX’s IPO may intensify market volatility and retail speculation, echoing broader AI and tech investment trends.
- Wealth concentration from SpaceX and Musk’s fortune fuels debates on regulation and the social impacts of billionaire-driven capitalism.
- Medium-term consequences could include increased scrutiny from regulators as market instability and public frustration rise.
- The IPO’s success may drive further tech-sector IPOs and sustain capital inflows into space and advanced technology ventures.
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US Regulatory Scrutiny of OpenAI: Multistate Investigations and Impacts on Young Users |
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🗺 Background:- OpenAI is facing increased regulatory scrutiny over potential harms caused by its ChatGPT product, especially to young users.
- Concerns have grown as artificial intelligence platforms like ChatGPT see rapid adoption across the United States.
- Several US state Attorneys General have launched investigations into potential risks and safety standards, specifically focusing on children and vulnerable adults.
- The regulatory probes coincide with OpenAI’s recent confidential filing for an initial public offering (IPO).
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, is the primary company under investigation.
- New York State Attorney General Letitia James is a prominent official leading the multistate probe.
- Attorneys General from other states form a coalition jointly investigating OpenAI’s AI safety practices.
- ChatGPT users, especially children and vulnerable adults, are the central focus of the attorneys’ investigation.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, OpenAI may face delays or additional scrutiny in its IPO process as it responds to regulatory demands.
- The investigation could lead to new safety standards or restrictions for AI products targeting children and vulnerable groups.
- Medium-term, OpenAI may need to implement more rigorous age safeguards or transparency practices as result of regulatory findings.
- Market perception of OpenAI’s leadership in safe AI could be affected, impacting investor and public confidence.
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NATO's Response to US Military Strategy Shift and Implications for European Defense Procurement |
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🗺 Background:- In June 2026, the U.S. announced a shift in military strategy, reducing its deployment of aircraft and warships in Europe to focus more resources on China.
- NATO has depended heavily on U.S. military assets for deterrence and defense since the end of the Cold War.
- The change places increased responsibility on European NATO member states to fill capability gaps quickly.
- NATO's supreme allied commander emphasized the need for rapid procurement of key defense assets due to the strategic adjustment.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- General Christopher Cavoli, NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe, is leading adaptation efforts in response to the U.S. shift.
- The Pentagon and U.S. Department of Defense are refocusing their strategic priorities toward the Indo-Pacific and China.
- European defense contractors and NATO member defense ministries are now central to accelerating procurement and readiness.
- Russia remains the primary conventional threat in Europe, influencing NATO’s defensive planning.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: European NATO members will accelerate procurement of conventional military systems to fill capability gaps left by reduced U.S. assets.
- Medium-term: Defense industries in Europe could see increased contracts and funding as NATO prioritizes rapid readiness.
- NATO’s operational flexibility may face strain, especially if member states struggle with logistics or industrial output.
- Moscow may attempt to exploit any perceived NATO capability gaps during the realignment period.
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Science News
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The Impact of Quantum Computing on Cryptocurrency Mining Efficiency |
🗺 Background:- Quantum computing leverages quantum bits to perform calculations far faster than classical computers.
- Cryptocurrency mining typically relies on energy-intensive proof-of-work algorithms like SHA-256 or Ethash.
- Quantum algorithms such as Grover's can theoretically accelerate cryptographic hash functions significantly.
- Advances in quantum hardware from 2019 to 2026 have increased the realistic prospects of quantum mining.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Universities such as the University of Science and Technology of China are prominent in quantum experiment research.
- Major cryptocurrency developers and blockchain platforms, including Bitcoin and Ethereum communities, are monitoring quantum impacts.
- Technology firms like Google, IBM, and Rigetti lead in quantum processor development.
- Miners, including both individual and industrial-scale operators, face significant future adaptation challenges.
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💡 News facts:- On June 12, 2026, New Scientist reported that a superconducting quantum computer was able to mine the experimental cryptocurrency Quip faster and with better energy efficiency than conventional machines.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near-term, experimental cryptocurrencies could see increased mining speed and reduced energy consumption if quantum hardware becomes more accessible.
- Medium-term impacts could include obsolescence of current mining hardware and the need for quantum-resistant blockchain algorithms.
- Large-scale miners stand to lose their competitive advantage unless they pivot to quantum computing technologies.
- Regulatory and cryptographic changes may accelerate if proof-of-work security is threatened by quantum progress.
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Recent Trends in GPU Rental Pricing and Effects on AI Training |
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🗺 Background:- GPU rental markets are crucial for accelerating AI training workload scalability and affordability.
- Volatility in spot prices directly impacts research timelines and costs for AI developers and enterprises.
- NVIDIA H100 and similar data center GPUs are the backbone for state-of-the-art large language model and generative AI training.
- Rising demand has often outpaced supply as AI adoption increases across industries in 2025 and 2026.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- NVIDIA continues to lead the GPU market with its H100 series, supplying cloud and AI providers.
- Major cloud service providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are top renters and intermediaries in the GPU market.
- AI research organizations, universities, and tech startups are affected by shifts in rental prices and availability.
- GPU infrastructure rental brokers and marketplaces set market spot prices that developers pay.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, AI model training costs may rise, limiting access for smaller research groups and startups.
- A medium-term effect could be further centralization of AI research among large corporations with capital to afford increased GPU rental prices.
- Persistent high prices may drive development of alternative hardware or optimization techniques to reduce compute demand.
- Heightened volatility could discourage long-term investment in compute-dependent AI ventures.
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Implications of Anthropic's AI Model Restrictions for India’s Technology Policy |
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🗺 Background:- Anthropic is a US-based artificial intelligence company specializing in large language models such as Claude.
- India has increasingly relied on global AI providers like Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google for enterprise and academic applications.
- Technology policy in India is being shaped by global access restrictions, competition, and the need for AI independence.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Anthropic, co-founded by Dario Amodei and Daniela Amodei, is a major player in the generative AI sector.
- Key Indian stakeholders include the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and leading Indian tech firms.
- Global competitors like OpenAI and Google, along with India’s AI research institutions, are impacted by model access restrictions.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, Indian developers and enterprises may face disruptions in existing AI workflows reliant on Anthropic models.
- Medium-term consequences could include accelerated investments in domestic AI infrastructure and a push for regulatory self-sufficiency.
- India’s technology policy debate may intensify around digital sovereignty and the risks of relying on foreign AI technology providers.
- Partnerships with alternative providers or open-source projects are likely as India seeks to mitigate future dependency risks.
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Regulatory Pressures in Global Tech: The Unwinding of Meta's Manus Deal |
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🗺 Background:- In 2026, Meta acquired Manus, a tech firm, in a $2 billion transaction.
- Manus specializes in advanced motion capture and VR interface technologies.
- Global regulatory scrutiny of cross-border tech deals has increased amid geopolitical tensions.
- Beijing has recently demonstrated greater assertiveness in reversing foreign acquisitions viewed as strategic.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Meta Platforms Inc. (Meta) is the acquiring company in the $2 billion Manus deal.
- Manus, a Dutch technology company, provides innovative hardware and software for virtual and augmented reality.
- Chinese regulatory authorities have played a decisive role by ordering the unwinding of the acquisition.
- Global investors and VR industry stakeholders are closely watching the regulatory environment.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, Meta may face financial losses and operational disruptions as it unwinds the Manus integration.
- Other technology M&A activities, particularly involving Chinese stakeholders, may slow due to increased regulatory risk.
- Medium-term consequences could include a shift in global tech investment strategies to account for unpredictable regulatory interventions.
- VR and AR innovation pipelines may be delayed, impacting market competition and product rollouts.
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SpaceX’s Public Valuation Surge: Analysis of Factors Driving the 2026 IPO Growth |
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🗺 Background:- SpaceX held its IPO in June 2026, initially valued at $135 per share for a $1.75 trillion market cap.
- SpaceX's valuation surged to $2.2 trillion as shares climbed to $174 on IPO day.
- The share price increase followed rapid Starlink growth and high investor demand.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Elon Musk is the CEO and major shareholder of SpaceX, with a net worth exceeding $1.1 trillion.
- Prominent venture capitalists involved include Brad Gerstner (Altimeter Capital), Gavin Baker, and Shaun Maguire (Sequoia Capital).
- Other relevant stakeholders include the investment community, particularly large VC firms, and potential retail investors.
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💡 News facts:- On June 12, 2026, SpaceX shares opened at $150 and peaked at $174, pushing its valuation to $2.2 trillion and Musk's wealth to over $1.1 trillion. https://www.nextbigfuture.com/2026/06/spacex-ipo-day-started-at-150-and-is-now-174.html
- On June 13, 2026, venture capitalists and analysts, such as Sequoia's Shaun Maguire, cited Starlink expansion and Anthropic/Google deals as key factors for IPO growth. https://www.nextbigfuture.com/2026/06/spacex-ipo-up-20-and-brian-wang-analysis-ahead-of-bg2-and-big-venture-capitalists.html
- On June 13, 2026, analysis suggests investors can get indirect exposure to SpaceX's valuation through Echostar shares, with an implied SpaceX price of $80-113 per share. https://www.nextbigfuture.com/2026/06/is-echostar-a-way-to-get-spacex-at-80-113-per-share.html
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➡ Potential consequences:- Short-term, elevated SpaceX valuation may increase capital availability and spur additional investments in satellite and launch sectors.
- Medium-term, retail and institutional investor interest could drive further volatility in SpaceX shares as the market digests Starlink and partnership growth.
- Competitors and allied space sector firms may respond with increased partnership or innovation efforts as investor attention focuses on private space ventures.
- Potential entry points for indirect investment, such as Echostar, could become more common as SpaceX's public presence grows.
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Culture
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No famous European painter documented from the 2nd century "No recorded quotes from painters of this era..." There are no well-documented individual painters from 2nd century Europe, as the tradition of individual artistic fame was not established and much art was anonymous or collective in nature, such as frescoes and mosaics.... | Lucian of Samosata ""A witty saying proves nothing..." Lucian was a satirist and rhetorician born in the 2nd century who wrote primarily in Greek and is known for his witty and sarcastic style. His works often mocked superstition, religious practices, and the pretensions of philosophers.... |
Claudius Ptolemy ""There is nothing more certain than that the earth is at the center of the universe..." Claudius Ptolemy was a Greco-Roman mathematician, astronomer, geographer, and astrologer who lived in the 2nd century. His works, especially the Almagest, influenced scientific thought for over a millennium.... | Marcus Aurelius ""You have power over your mind - not outside events..." Marcus Aurelius was a Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD, known for his philosophical writings and leadership during turbulent times. His work Meditations is a seminal text of Stoic philosophy.... |
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NASA
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Github
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Trading tools |
futuquant 18 stars #170 Futu Quantitative Trading API... | blowfish_quant 18 stars #171 Quantitative Trading... |
PythonQuantitativeTrading 18 stars #172 写给谭总转向计算机领域（量化交易）的一个入门引导... | golden_eye 18 stars #173 a quantitative trading system（股指交易）... |
Sea Vessels |
AlphaBoat 0 stars #170 Autonomous waste-collecting boat using Raspberry Pi 5, ESP32, and a custom YOLO model with PID-based object tracking and dual-mode (auto/manual) control.... | BoatPaddle 0 stars #171 FunPaddler is an Android app for boat enthusiasts to track and analyze boating data, including speed, wind speed, direction, and location. The app stores data for later review and ... |
Charter-Boat-Dashboard 0 stars #172 Tracker for active and completed charter vessels at PTS... | boat-tracker-ui 0 stars #173 ui for displaying the boat-tracker data synchronized with firebase... |
Air Vessels |
CatTrackingwithUI-esp32 1 stars #170 Traking and visualizing the position of a BLE beacon on a 2d plane.... | Plane-Management-System 1 stars #171 Java-based application developed for managing and tracking seat reservations on a plane. ... |
2024-Fall-PlanetCom-Sept-Dec-2024 1 stars #172 A modern web application for streamlining concrete pumping operations through efficient job scheduling, resource management, equipment tracking, and comprehensive reporting tools.... | Project-Planer---iPhone 1 stars #173 📱 🔋 This is a project tracking mobile application that supports GITHUB API, as well as this application, works as a Task tracking application according to the project.... |
Imagery |
ROhsi 13 stars #170 Source code of "Hyperspectral Image Classification Using Random Occlusion Data Augmentation"... | Adversarial-Policy-Gradient-Augmentation 13 stars #171 Adversarial Policy Gradient for Medical Deep Learning Image Augmentation... |
Garage 13 stars #172 Cutting-edge Python library designed for generative image augmentation!... | image_augmentation 13 stars #173 Image augmentation and change bounding box at the same time.... |
Video |
improved-video-gan 328 stars #170 GitHub repository for "Improving Video Generation for Multi-functional Applications"... | Text2Performer 327 stars #171 Code for Text2Performer. Paper: Text2Performer: Text-Driven Human Video Generation... |
video-bgm-generation 325 stars #172 [ACM MM 2021 Best Paper Award] Video Background Music Generation with Controllable Music Transformer... | DiTCtrl 325 stars #173 [CVPR 2025] Official code of "DiTCtrl: Exploring Attention Control in Multi-Modal Diffusion Transformer for Tuning-Free Multi-Prompt Longer Video Generation"... |