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Risenshine! Here is digest of signals harvested on 2026-07-29.
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Markets
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International - 07/29 |
+0.0119% +2.431% MoM | -0.5035% +0.6199% MoM | +0.1673% +3.792% MoM | -0.554% +2.0794% MoM |
-0.554% +2.0794% MoM | -1.6372% +0.4221% MoM | -0.7449% -6.449% MoM | -0.0256% -1.8342% MoM |
+0.2228% -0.074% MoM | -0.4867% +3.023% MoM | -0.1096% -1.6599% MoM | +1.4306% +14.0334% MoM |
-0.0278% -3.653% MoM | -0.324% +0.0813% MoM | -3.2251% -14.0561% MoM | +0.1089% +9.0413% MoM |
+0.8725% +8.5149% MoM | -0.7484% +4.224% MoM | -0.7857% +2.7747% MoM | -1.3279% -2.6471% MoM |
-1.2605% -2.0323% MoM | -0.6077% -2.9533% MoM | -2.5093% -3.2021% MoM | +0.7156% +0.0137% MoM |
-0.9487% -1.5536% MoM |
Commodities - 07/29 |
+0.4007% +0.6159% MoM | +1.2573% -0.6264% MoM | +6.8927% +20.2792% MoM | -0.3191% +1.1417% MoM |
-0.8441% +4.1305% MoM | -0.1643% +0.9514% MoM | -0.0652% +2.8875% MoM | +1.6327% -12.8609% MoM |
-1.1892% +8.4699% MoM | -0.3859% +12.4484% MoM | -3.1322% -14.1134% MoM | -0.418% -13.7497% MoM |
Favorites - 07/29 |
+5.5221% +27.3749% MoM | -3.5788% -18.7473% MoM | +0.6928% +7.4626% MoM | -2.0608% -1.0361% MoM |
-0.917% -19.5587% MoM | +0.5606% +7.8574% MoM | -0.2686% -4.1226% MoM | +0.5619% +21.2828% MoM |
+1.1639% +27.3663% MoM | -4.4966% -31.9707% MoM | -2.0394% -35.8184% MoM | -4.5312% -31.6019% MoM |
-1.32% -14.8315% MoM | -3.6425% -39.4725% MoM | +0.6587% +21.5021% MoM | -0.1741% -0.8149% MoM |
Sectors - 07/29 |
-0.571% -0.5897% MoM | -0.0777% +3.9754% MoM | -0.8594% +6.3012% MoM | -0.3369% +2.0815% MoM |
-3.1579% -22.5295% MoM | -2.4553% -0.069% MoM | -0.3031% +3.2255% MoM | -2.6549% -5.0414% MoM |
-0.5722% +5.5028% MoM | -2.182% -20.0713% MoM |
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Gainers
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Nocera, Inc. Common Stock +106.4% Nocera Inc is engaged in the manufacturing of aquaculture equipment, construction of aquaculture facilities, managing and operating aquaculture facilities, and consulting for third... | Autonomix Medical, Inc. Common Stock +81.6% Autonomix Medical Inc is a development-stage medical device company focused on advancing technologies for sensing and treating disorders of the nervous system. Its platform is desi... |
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Losers
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| AiRWA Inc. Common Stock -66.6% Airwa Inc operates through its majority-owned subsidiary, which owns advanced patents and proprietary technology licensed to partners worldwide, enabling localized digital matchmak... |
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Business
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Impact of Middle East Tensions on Global Oil Markets and Daily Life |
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🗺 Background:- Oil flows through the Middle East, including the Hormuz and Red Sea routes, are threatened due to escalating regional conflicts in July 2026.
- Iran-related wars have intensified concerns over crude and refined product availability, sparking fears of a global supply crisis.
- Crude oil prices surged close to $100 per barrel, levels last seen two months ago, as unrest disrupts transportation and logistics.
- Disruptions in refined products supply chains are more severe than crude shortages, impacting everyday access to fuel worldwide.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Key stakeholders include OPEC member countries, notably Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq, who control significant portions of global oil output.
- Major oil companies such as Saudi Aramco, ExxonMobil, and Shell face operational risks and policy challenges due to Middle East instability.
- International financial institutions, including the Federal Reserve, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan, are monitoring oil-driven inflation impacts.
- Affected populations span the U.S., Chile, Turkey, Nigeria, and Nepal, where daily life and business costs are directly influenced by fuel prices.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term consequences include widespread fuel shortages, price spikes, and disruption of personal transport, trade, and food supply chains.
- Central banks could raise interest rates to combat inflation, increasing borrowing costs and slowing global economic growth.
- Medium-term risks include prolonged high energy prices, reduced industrial output, and potential civil unrest in affected regions.
- Long-term consequences could involve shifts to alternative energy sources and reconfigured geopolitical alliances driven by energy security needs.
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China’s Strategic Military Preparations: Use of Replica Targets and Regional Confrontations |
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🗺 Background:- China has constructed full-size replicas of US warships and F-35 stealth fighters to train its missile units, according to satellite imagery released July 26, 2026.
- These military preparations are part of China's effort to simulate potential attacks on key US and allied assets, including targets in Taiwan.
- Regional confrontations have intensified, with disputes notably escalating around the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea.
- The Philippines and China have engaged in recent physical altercations over disputed maritime territories, highlighting growing tensions.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The People's Liberation Army (PLA) is leading China's military simulation and missile training programs.
- US military assets depicted include F-35 stealth fighters and Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in replica form.
- Key regional stakeholders include the Philippine Navy and Coast Guard confronting the Chinese Coast Guard.
- Business Insider and Associated Press are primary journalistic sources reporting these recent developments.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term consequences may include increased frequency and severity of altercations between Chinese and Philippine maritime forces.
- Chinese missile training against replica US assets could enhance the PLA's capability to target real US military hardware in the region.
- Medium-term risks involve escalated military readiness and possible miscalculations at flashpoints such as the South China Sea and Taiwan.
- Political and economic stability in Southeast Asia could be threatened as regional security alliances respond to China's assertive actions.
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Western Defense Innovation Through Collaboration with Ukrainian Firms |
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🗺 Background:- Western defense firms are collaborating with Ukrainian companies to adapt to wartime manufacturing and combat innovations.
- Ukraine's experience in active conflict provides valuable insights to Western companies facing evolving battlefield technology.
- NATO is reassessing traditional troop deployments in response to surveillance-driven vulnerabilities observed in Ukraine.
- The ongoing war in Ukraine is prompting defense industries to accelerate innovation cycles and adopt real-time battlefield feedback.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Major Western defense companies, including those from the U.S. and Europe, are partnering with Ukrainian firms for joint product development.
- Ukrainian defense manufacturing companies are leading adaptation strategies with practical wartime experience.
- NATO military leadership, including top commanders, is integrating lessons learned from Ukraine into alliance strategy.
- Business Insider is a primary outlet reporting recent developments and collaborative efforts.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near-term, collaborative innovations may lead to more agile manufacturing for Western defense industries.
- NATO's adoption of dispersed force strategies could increase battlefield survivability in future conflicts.
- Medium-term, joint ventures may accelerate technology transfer from Ukraine to Western firms, shaping the next generation of defense systems.
- Enhanced collaboration could strengthen geopolitical alliances and mutual dependency, especially between NATO and Ukraine.
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Regulatory and Legal Shifts in Global Tech and Finance Sectors |
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🗺 Background:- Global regulatory and legal frameworks for technology and finance have intensified due to concerns over monopolistic practices, market transparency, and investor protection.
- Recent years have seen increased scrutiny from governments such as China and India, leading to higher penalties and stricter compliance requirements for multinational corporations.
- The accelerated pace of legal action and targeted regulations reflects a shift in global policy toward more active intervention in digital marketplaces and financial systems.
- Major legal cases often trigger industry-wide responses, impacting operational strategy and global partnerships.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Trip.com, a leading Chinese travel platform, faces direct regulatory action from China's government agencies.
- GRAIL, Inc., a biotech company, is engaged in legal proceedings involving investors and securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP.
- HSBC and Standard Chartered are actively competing for large foreign exchange deposit shares in India, with HSBC recently outpacing its rivals.
- Chinese monopoly regulators, Indian financial authorities, and U.S. securities law firms are driving these sector shifts.
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💡 News facts:- On July 27, 2026, Fortune reported China fined Trip.com $765 million for alleged monopoly behaviors, specifically barring hotels from working with competing platforms and securing exclusive partnerships. https://fortune.com/2026/07/27/trip-com-struck-with-765-million-penalty-from-china-over-monopoly-allegations/
- On July 27, 2026, AP News announced that Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP filed a securities fraud class action lawsuit against GRAIL, Inc. after its stock dropped by 50%, with the lead plaintiff deadline set for August 4, 2026. https://apnews.com/press-release/globenewswire-mobile/press-release-83466d8ea94688a1371373a364fc4dbb
- On July 28, 2026, Bloomberg highlighted that HSBC leveraged deposits by up to 19 times to secure $5.5 billion in India's Forex market, surpassing Standard Chartered in the process. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-07-28/hsbc-uses-leverage-to-win-5-5-billion-in-india-forex-deposits
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Multinational tech and finance companies operating in China and India may face increased compliance costs and risk of substantial fines or lawsuits.
- Medium-term: Regulatory interventions may foster greater competition in both tech and finance, potentially reshaping market share and partnership dynamics.
- Global investor sentiment could shift as legal precedents and aggressive enforcement raise perceived operational risks.
- Companies may accelerate review of exclusivity and leverage strategies to anticipate further regulatory scrutiny.
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Challenges of Heat Extremes: Effects on Workplaces, Students, and National Resilience |
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🗺 Background:- Extreme heat events have become more frequent and intense across Europe in 2026, causing disruption to workplaces and education.
- Record-breaking temperatures have triggered significant health and safety challenges for both workers and students.
- Wildfires, particularly in France, have reached unprecedented levels due to prolonged heatwaves.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- European employers and companies are directly impacted, adapting policies to safeguard employees.
- Schools and education institutions across Europe are adapting facilities and schedules to protect students.
- National and regional governments, as well as emergency services, play a key role in resilience and response.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Continual interruptions to both workplace productivity and student learning due to extreme heat may increase absenteeism and decrease output.
- Near-term: Health risks such as heatstroke, dehydration, and respiratory problems could spike among vulnerable groups.
- Medium-term: Infrastructure adaptation costs and insurance premiums are likely to rise for companies and school districts.
- Medium-term: Sustained wildfires threaten ecological damage and may force mass evacuations, impacting national resilience.
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Science News
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Tesla Superchargers and Cybercabs as Decentralized Urban Cell Infrastructure for SpaceX Starlink |
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🗺 Background:- Tesla Supercharger stations and Cybercabs are being repurposed as decentralized urban cell infrastructure to support SpaceX Starlink service.
- SpaceX's Direct-to-Cell Starlink service faces capacity and densification challenges in crowded urban areas.
- Existing Tesla infrastructure, including Powerwall units, is being leveraged to provide local Starlink coverage and enhance network capabilities.
- Integration aims to avoid reliance on traditional 5G cell tower equipment and associated rental costs.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is the primary developer behind the Starlink Direct-to-Cell technology.
- Tesla, also led by Elon Musk, provides Superchargers, Cybercabs, and Powerwall infrastructure for urban coverage.
- Next Big Future is reporting recent developments and insights on the integration of Tesla and SpaceX infrastructure.
- Echostar and legacy cell tower companies are being bypassed in this new decentralized model.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, urban Starlink connectivity could improve through decentralized Tesla infrastructure, lowering operational costs and increasing coverage.
- Medium-term, this model may disrupt traditional telecom and cell infrastructure industries by reducing dependency on conventional cell towers.
- Tesla locations and Cybercabs could enable rapid scaling of Starlink internet in dense cities.
- Potential regulatory and urban planning challenges may arise from the integration of communication and transportation infrastructure.
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Amazon’s Satellite Network Entry: Impact on SpaceX’s Communication Dominance |
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🗺 Background:- SpaceX has dominated satellite-based internet and communications via its Starlink constellation since 2019.
- Amazon entered the satellite communications market in 2026, targeting mobile phone connectivity.
- Amazon’s initiative is part of Project Kuiper, aiming to deploy thousands of satellites for global coverage.
- The shift to satellite direct-to-device technology is reshaping the competition between tech giants.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Amazon is led by CEO Andy Jassy and is developing Project Kuiper.
- SpaceX, headed by Elon Musk, currently operates the Starlink satellite network.
- FCC and international telecom regulatory authorities oversee satellite network licensing and spectrum allocation.
- Mobile device manufacturers, including Apple and Samsung, are potential partners for Amazon's service rollout.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near-term, Amazon's entry may force SpaceX to accelerate Starlink expansion and offer competitive pricing or features.
- Competition could lead to broader global mobile coverage, benefiting users in remote or underserved regions.
- Regulatory attention may intensify, focusing on spectrum allocation and interference between Amazon and SpaceX constellations.
- Medium-term consequences include potential partnerships with device manufacturers and new telecom service bundling models.
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Anthropic’s Stance on Open-Weight AI Models and Geopolitical Risks from Chinese AI Development |
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🗺 Background:- Anthropic is an AI company known for its focus on AI safety and alignment research.
- Open-weight models refer to AI systems whose trained parameters are released publicly for use and replication.
- Recent discussions have heightened around the geopolitical implications of advanced AI, specifically in relation to China.
- Concerns include the potential misuse of powerful AI models and their impact on global technological competition.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Dario Amodei is the founder and CEO of Anthropic.
- China is cited as a significant nation advancing in AI research and development.
- TechCrunch reported the latest statements and analysis about Anthropic’s position.
- US policymakers and global AI regulatory bodies are following the issue closely.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, open-weight releases may prompt stricter AI regulations and monitoring of cross-border model access.
- A medium-term consequence could be increased tension in international science and technology policy, especially between the US and China.
- There may be a chilling effect among US-based AI developers considering open releases due to national security concerns.
- The debate could influence global norms around responsible AI model sharing and safety.
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Microsoft's AI Cybersecurity Model and Agentic System: Technical Architecture and Implications for Enterprise Security |
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🗺 Background:- Microsoft is advancing AI-powered enterprise security by launching its first dedicated cybersecurity model in July 2026.
- The new model integrates large language model technology with real-time threat intelligence to automate cyber defense operations.
- Microsoft’s agentic system aims to proactively identify, respond, and adapt to evolving cyberattacks in enterprise environments.
- The effort reflects a broader industry trend toward embedding AI systems directly into core security operations.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Microsoft is the lead developer and primary owner of the AI cybersecurity model and agentic system.
- Key stakeholders include CISOs and IT security teams at enterprise organizations who adopt Microsoft’s security solutions.
- Partners and cloud customers using Microsoft Azure and Sentinel platforms are also direct beneficiaries.
- Industry analysts and cybersecurity research institutions are monitoring the system’s real-world effectiveness and adoption.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, enterprises may see more autonomous and efficient cyberattack mitigation, reducing incident response times.
- Medium-term effects could include increased market consolidation around AI-driven security platforms and heightened competition.
- Security teams could reallocate human effort from repetitive tasks to strategic threat analysis as agentic tools mature.
- Rapid adoption may also catalyze updated regulatory frameworks for AI-augmented cybersecurity operations.
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Operational Impact of Drone Swarms in the Ukraine War: Logistics Disruption and Long-Term Battlefield Changes |
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🗺 Background:- Drone swarms have increasingly been deployed in the Ukraine war since 2023 to target logistical supply lines.
- By mid-2026, unmanned aerial vehicles are systematically disrupting Russian logistics along the southern land corridor into Crimea.
- This technological advancement marks a major shift from drones being used as tactical harassment tools to enablers of operational-level effects.
- Disruption particularly focuses on the Zaporizhzhia–Kherson approaches, a strategic vector for both supply and military movement.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The Ukrainian armed forces lead the implementation of large-scale drone swarms against Russian targets.
- Russian military logistics and ground units are primary victims of these new drone tactics.
- Commercial drone manufacturers and military innovation labs in Ukraine and supporting partner states play crucial roles.
- Institutions like the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence and Russian military command structure are directly involved.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, Russian supply chains may experience further cutoffs, hindering troop resupply and logistical reinforcements in southern Ukraine.
- Ukrainian forces could leverage these disruptions to launch counter-offensives or regain territory in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions.
- Medium-term, this warfare innovation may prompt global militaries to accelerate their own investments in drone swarm technologies.
- The persistent threat to logistics could change future battlefield doctrines, prioritizing electronic countermeasures and air defense systems.
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Culture
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Mahmoud Mokhtar "Art is the spiritual weapon with which we can build the new Egypt..." Mahmoud Mokhtar (1891–1934) was an Egyptian sculptor and artist, considered the father of modern Egyptian sculpture. He integrated Pharaonic and Islamic styles with modern influences to inspire Egyptian nationalism through his art.... | Naguib Mahfouz "The writer must never be afraid of his own imagination..." Naguib Mahfouz (1911–2006) was an Egyptian writer who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1988, recognized for his rich and complex novels depicting Egyptian society. His works often explore themes of existentialism, politics, and social change.... |
Ahmed Zewail "Science is the best tool we have to understand the world and improve the human condition..." Ahmed Zewail (1946–2016) was an Egyptian-American scientist awarded the 1999 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his pioneering work on femtochemistry, which involves observing chemical reactions on extremely short timescales. He is considered the 'father of femtochemistry' and made significant contributio... | Gamal Abdel Nasser "The battle of the present is the battle of the future..." Gamal Abdel Nasser (1918–1970) was the second President of Egypt and a prominent leader of the Arab world who championed Arab nationalism and socialism. He played a key role in the 1952 Egyptian revolution and the nationalization of the Suez Canal.... |
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NASA
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Psyche Receives Gravity Assist from Mars (2026-07-29) Credits: NASA / APOD |
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Github
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Trading tools |
StockSharp 10434 stars #0 Algorithmic trading and quantitative trading open source platform to develop trading robots (stock markets, forex, crypto, bitcoins, and options).... | quant-trading 10415 stars #1 Python quantitative trading strategies including VIX Calculator, Pattern Recognition, Commodity Trading Advisor, Monte Carlo, Options Straddle, Shooting Star, London Breakout, Heik... |
QuantDinger 10101 stars #2 AI quantitative trading platform for crypto, stocks, and forex with backtesting, live trading, market data, and multi-agent research.vibe-trading ,trading-agents,ai-trader,ai-tradi... | strategies 5351 stars #3 quantitative trading with Javascript, Python, C++, PineScript, Blockly, MyLanguage(麦语言)... |
Sea Vessels |
Comp_Sci_Sem_2 195 stars #0 According to all known laws of aviation, there is no way that a bee should be able to fly. Its wings are too small to get its fat little body off the ground. The bee, of course, fl... | GPS_Tracker_Server 65 stars #1 GPS tracker server and Google Maps client for TK102/ TK103 GPS trackers... |
wew 31 stars #2 #EXTM3U ########################################### INDONESIA CHANNEL ################################################## #EXTINF:-1 tvg-logo="https://i.imgur.com/L2LS8iY.png" grou... | boat-cli 17 stars #3 ⛵ Basic Opinionated Activity Tracker, a command line interface inspired by bartib. ... |
Air Vessels |
Shadowbroker 10257 stars #0 Open-source intelligence for the global theater. Track everything from the corporate/private jets of the wealthy, and spy satellites, to seismic events in one unified interface. Ho... | mission-control 5872 stars #1 Self-hosted control plane for AI agents: dispatch tasks, review runs, track spend, and operate OpenClaw, Claude Code, Codex, and other runtimes.... |
1 495 stars #2 無許諾配信 企業理念剽窃 動物の森収益化 大神ミオ権利者削除 戌神権利侵害発言 常闇トワ炎上 夜空メルストーカー被害 建築王サポーター放置 赤十字マーク 魔乃アロエ卒業 一つの中國支持声明 大空昴3Dライブ 無限延期清掃員職業差別 日清コラボ楽曲 musedash非公開 rog案件取り消し 壁画ライブ 丁真 Ding Zhen 郑爽 Zheng Shuang... | studio 393 stars #3 Open-source control plane for your AI agents. Connect tools, hire agents, track every token and dollar... |
Imagery |
albumentations 15321 stars #0 Fast and flexible image augmentation library. Paper about the library: https://www.mdpi.com/2078-2489/11/2/125... | imgaug 14738 stars #1 Image augmentation for machine learning experiments.... |
sketch-code 5142 stars #2 Keras model to generate HTML code from hand-drawn website mockups. Implements an image captioning architecture to drawn source images.... | Augmentor 5136 stars #3 Image augmentation library in Python for machine learning.... |
Video |
diffusers 34186 stars #0 🤗 Diffusers: State-of-the-art diffusion models for image, video, and audio generation in PyTorch.... | Open-Generative-AI 25144 stars #1 Unrestricted Open-source alternative to AI video platforms — Free AI image & video generation studio with 500+ models (Flux, Midjourney, Kling, Sora, Veo). No content filters. Self... |
Duix-Avatar 14233 stars #2 🚀 Truly open-source AI avatar(digital human) toolkit for offline video generation and digital human cloning.... | Toonflow-app 13035 stars #3 Toonflow 是开源一站式 AI 短剧创作工具,将小说、剧本快速转化为动画短剧。集成 AI 编剧、智能分镜、角色与视频生成,跨平台桌面端轻量部署,助力创作者低成本批量产出视觉内容。Toonflow is an open-source AI tool that turns stories and scripts into animated short dr... |