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Risenshine! Here is digest of signals harvested on 2026-09-19.
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Markets
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International - 09/18 |
-1.2649% -4.2916% MoM | -1.5762% -7.3155% MoM | -1.4181% -2.6765% MoM | -1.847% -4.4246% MoM |
-1.847% -4.4246% MoM | -1.7197% -2.8544% MoM | +0.4196% -3.3184% MoM | -0.3788% -3.0713% MoM |
-0.7029% -1.7879% MoM | -1.0663% -3.5532% MoM | -1.1714% -1.0911% MoM | +0.3802% -3.8117% MoM |
-0.9294% +2.3423% MoM | +0.0208% -3.0682% MoM | +0.9038% +6.6285% MoM | -0.3108% -1.9651% MoM |
-0.7264% -2.7284% MoM | -1.4808% +0.266% MoM | -0.6912% -4.1433% MoM | -0.0801% -1.8101% MoM |
-1.3366% +1.9437% MoM | -0.3446% -1.5603% MoM | -0.4945% +1.4144% MoM | +0.0264% +0.8608% MoM |
-0.1034% +0.4506% MoM |
Commodities - 09/18 |
+0.7054% -3.0616% MoM | +1.6279% -0.1333% MoM | -0.9594% +17.5006% MoM | +1.5567% -0.9113% MoM |
-0.95% -0.4949% MoM | +0.3044% -0.1889% MoM | +1.4372% +2.1325% MoM | +0.7744% +3.996% MoM |
-0.6556% +5.0107% MoM | -1.4482% +2.0521% MoM | -2.4133% -7.465% MoM | -0.5642% -5.458% MoM |
Favorites - 09/18 |
-1.4841% -8.6432% MoM | +2.7023% +20.0249% MoM | -0.7976% +1.9554% MoM | +1.3358% +2.1649% MoM |
-1.9789% +2.6424% MoM | -1.2657% -30.6573% MoM | +1.0032% -4.5629% MoM | +4.3302% -12.149% MoM |
+1.0511% -8.2794% MoM | +4.043% +10.5358% MoM | -0.1838% +17.0259% MoM | -5.8238% +9.7647% MoM |
+1.4496% +2.9418% MoM | -0.2582% +6.0916% MoM | -0.8754% -12.5045% MoM |
Sectors - 09/18 |
-0.1193% -0.9583% MoM | -0.2488% -4.1496% MoM | -0.0358% -2.8184% MoM | -0.9548% -5.4679% MoM |
+2.6912% +2.5786% MoM | -0.0187% -13.1261% MoM | -0.9273% -5.6236% MoM | -0.2203% -6.4602% MoM |
-1.8439% +3.0561% MoM | -0.5821% -5.9032% MoM |
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Gainers
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Orion180 Insurance Group Inc. Class A common stock +2922.9% ... | Host Digital Inc. +1738.6% ... |
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Losers
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Digital Currency X Technology Inc. Class A Ordinary Shares -69.2% Digital Currency X Technology Inc is engaged in the development, manufacture, sales, and service of new energy vehicles (NEV), hybrid vehicles, and traditional fuel vehicles in Chi... | MKDWELL Tech Inc. Ordinary Share -66% MKDWell Tech Inc is a manufacturer and supplier of automotive electronics for passenger cars, modified commercial vehicles, camper vans and logistics vehicles. The Company's busine... |
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Business
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Legal and diplomatic implications of alleged US war crimes in Iran: UN findings and potential international responses |
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🗺 Background:- Allegations of US war crimes in Iran have been raised in recent years, focusing on drone strikes and covert operations.
- The United Nations began investigations into these claims following the 2023 attacks near Tehran attributed to US military action.
- Previous similar cases regarding US actions abroad include investigations in Afghanistan (2001-2021) and Iraq (2003-2011).
- The International Criminal Court and other bodies have occasionally reviewed US military conduct despite US non-membership.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- The United Nations Human Rights Council and International Criminal Court are central institutions in investigating these allegations.
- US government officials such as Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President Joe Biden are named in recent discussions.
- Iran's Foreign Ministry and key diplomats actively push for international condemnation and sanctions.
- NGOs, such as Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, provide external documentation and advocacy.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, US diplomatic relations with Iran and UN member states may deteriorate pending further investigations.
- International sanctions or UN-led embargoes could be introduced depending on the final UN and ICC findings.
- Medium-term implications include possible ICC indictments if jurisdiction is established and increased regional instability.
- Global debates on extraterritorial military conduct may intensify, potentially influencing future US defense policy.
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AI regulation in practice: Contrasting approaches among CEOs, politicians, and regulators, and the impact on frontier safety standards |
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🗺 Background:- Artificial Intelligence regulation has become a critical policy issue globally as advanced systems are increasingly deployed.
- Recent debates focus on how to enforce safety standards for 'frontier' AI models, with concerns escalated by OpenAI and Google DeepMind.
- Policymakers in the US, EU, and China are moving at different speeds and using diverse regulatory frameworks.
- CEO perspectives often differ from those of regulators and politicians, especially regarding self-regulation versus government mandates.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Sam Altman (OpenAI), Sundar Pichai (Google), and Brad Smith (Microsoft) are prominent CEO voices in AI regulation discussions.
- U.S. politicians including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and EU Parliament members are leading government regulatory initiatives.
- Regulatory institutions include the EU Commission, U.S. Federal Trade Commission, and China’s Cyberspace Administration.
- AI safety advocacy groups such as the Center for AI Safety and Future of Life Institute are actively lobbying for tougher frontier standards.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, mandatory licensing and external audits could limit rapid deployment of new AI models and raise compliance costs for startups.
- Medium-term, divergent regulatory standards may fragment AI global markets, slowing cross-border research and technology transfer.
- If frontier safety standards are too lax, there is elevated risk of catastrophic misuse of advanced AI in security or economic domains.
- Increased regulatory rigor could boost public trust but stifle innovation among smaller firms.
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Economic risks of treating Fed rate hikes as isolated events: Insights from Columbia economist Yiming Ma |
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🗺 Background:- Federal Reserve rate hikes are adjustments to the benchmark interest rate that influence borrowing costs and economic activity.
- Yiming Ma, a Columbia University economist, warns that treating each Fed rate hike in isolation risks missing their cumulative impact on financial stability.
- The Fed began raising rates in March 2022 in response to persistent inflation, with the current target range at 5.25%-5.50%.
- Uncoordinated analysis of rate hikes can obscure their broader economic effects, including credit markets and consumer behavior.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Yiming Ma is an Assistant Professor at Columbia Business School specializing in asset pricing and market risk.
- The Federal Reserve, led by Chair Jerome Powell, is responsible for setting US monetary policy.
- Major US banks, financial institutions, and corporate borrowers are directly impacted by Fed rate decisions.
- Market analysts and investors closely monitor Fed communications for signals on future rate moves.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term consequences may include sharp market corrections if investors misjudge the aggregate impact of rate hikes.
- Banks and corporate borrowers could face sudden liquidity pressures if they treat rate hikes as isolated changes rather than cumulative shifts.
- Medium-term risks involve increased credit defaults and broader financial instability if fragmented analysis persists.
- Macro-economic policy missteps could exacerbate inflation or unemployment if the Fed's actions are not viewed in context.
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How MLB's Dominican pipeline operates: Mechanisms of child recruitment, contract practices, and oversight failures |
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🗺 Background:- Major League Baseball relies heavily on recruiting young talent from the Dominican Republic, a practice dating back to the late 1980s.
- Teenagers, sometimes as young as 12, are scouted and placed in 'buscones' training programs before signing official MLB contracts.
- Contract negotiations and recruitment occur outside the scope of U.S. labor laws, often with limited oversight from Dominican authorities.
- Many aspiring players face exploitation and lack of formal education due to the intense focus on baseball success.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Major League Baseball, including franchises like the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers, run international training academies.
- Dominican 'buscones' are independent recruiters acting as intermediaries between young athletes and MLB teams.
- The Dominican Republic Baseball Federation nominally oversees youth development but has limited enforcement capability.
- Prominent agents such as Ulises Cabrera and international committee members play roles in the contract pipeline.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Continued oversight failure may result in further international scrutiny and calls for reform in MLB recruitment practices.
- Young athletes could face increased exploitation, health risks, and economic precarity if contract rules remain inadequately regulated.
- MLB franchises may experience reputational damage and possible sanctions if systemic recruitment abuses are exposed.
- Medium-term shifts may include legislative action and cooperative agreements between the Dominican Republic and MLB to improve player welfare.
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EQT's $50 billion India investment strategy: The role of data centers and renewable energy in urban infrastructure development |
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🗺 Background:- EQT, a global investment firm, has announced a $50 billion India-focused strategy targeting urban infrastructure development.
- The strategy prioritizes data centers and renewable energy integration to support India’s rapid urbanization and digital economy.
- India’s digital transformation and energy demands are driving large foreign investment in urban infrastructure since 2024.
- EQT's initiative seeks to modernize city infrastructure by leveraging technology and sustainable energy solutions.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- EQT is the main investor behind the $50 billion India strategy, with global partners and fund managers involved.
- Major Indian urban infrastructure and data center operators, such as Adani Group and Reliance, may play critical roles.
- Government agencies including India’s Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Renewable Energy are stakeholders.
- Municipal governments of key urban centers, like Mumbai and Bengaluru, are likely participants in implementation.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term, increased investment could accelerate construction of advanced data centers and boost urban energy capacity.
- Medium-term, the strategy may drive broader adoption of renewable power in Indian cities and stimulate economic growth.
- Pilot projects may enhance India’s digital infrastructure, improving internet speed and reliability.
- Urban climate resilience could improve as renewables replace fossil energy sources in new development.
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Science News
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Technical and economic challenges of super-hot rock geothermal power generation and its scalability potential |
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🗺 Background:- Super-hot rock geothermal power generation seeks to extract energy from geological formations exceeding 400°C, with technical challenges tied to deep drilling and heat-resistant materials.
- Interest in super-hot geothermal is increasing as the technology promises baseload power with potentially lower emissions than fossil fuels and more reliability than wind and solar.
- Scaling up requires advanced drilling techniques from industries like oil and gas, alongside major investments in infrastructure and research.
- Economic viability is debated, as up-front costs for drilling, exploration, and materials are high, but potential electricity generation per well exceeds conventional geothermal.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Companies such as Quaise Energy and Fervo Energy are leading R&D and pilot projects in super-hot rock drilling.
- Government bodies like the U.S. Department of Energy provide funding and regulatory frameworks to advance geothermal innovation.
- Universities including MIT and Stanford actively contribute research on drilling technologies, heat transfer, and economic modeling.
- Key figures include Dr. Paul Woskov (MIT), Timothy Latimer (Fervo Energy), and Mark Z. Jacobson (Stanford University).
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💡 News facts:- On September 19, 2026, Fervo Energy announced a successful pilot test of its super-hot rock drilling system in Nevada, reaching temperatures over 450°C; source: https://energynews.com/fervo-pilot-2026 (published 2026-09-19).
- Quaise Energy secured $50 million in Series B funding from investors including Chevron Technology Ventures on September 19, 2026, aimed at scaling its millimeter-wave drilling demonstration in New Mexico; source: https://cleantechfinance.net/news/quaise-series-b-2026 (published 2026-09-19).
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Successful pilot demonstrations could lead to additional public and private funding for larger-scale geothermal projects in the United States and internationally.
- Near-term: Higher upfront investment requirements may slow initial adoption, but technology improvements could reduce costs over the next few years.
- Medium-term: If scalability is achieved, super-hot rock geothermal could increase the market share of clean baseload power, potentially supporting grid decarbonization targets by 2030.
- Medium-term: Advancements in drilling technology may have spillover benefits for other sectors, such as mineral extraction and subsurface carbon storage.
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AI-driven expansion and trends in data center infrastructure: grid capacity, modular factories, and coalition formation |
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🗺 Background:- AI-driven demand is rapidly increasing the need for expanded data center infrastructure worldwide.
- Grid capacity constraints are prompting both utility upgrades and the development of modular, scalable factory-style server facilities.
- Coalition formation among technology companies and governments is emerging as a strategic response to address these infrastructure limitations.
- Recent advances in generative AI are catalyzing unprecedented investment and urgency around data center expansion.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are leading data center buildouts to support AI workloads.
- The U.S. Department of Energy and local utility companies are key players in enabling grid capacity for new facilities.
- Modular data center manufacturers like Vertiv and Schneider Electric are providing scalable infrastructure solutions.
- Infrastructure coalitions, such as Clean Energy Buyers Alliance, are facilitating partnerships between tech firms and power providers.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term: Power grid stress and regional electricity pricing volatility are likely as AI-driven data center demand increases.
- Near-term: Modular data centers provide rapid deployment but may face logistical and permitting challenges in urban areas.
- Medium-term: Coalition formation could accelerate the adoption of renewables and smart grid technologies to accommodate AI workloads.
- Medium-term: Accelerated infrastructure investment may boost local economies but widen energy access disparities between regions.
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Impact of new regulatory frameworks in biotechnology: a case study of Montana's SB535 law |
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🗺 Background:- Montana Senate Bill 535 (SB535) was signed into law on May 18, 2026, introducing new regulatory requirements for biotech firms operating in the state.
- The law mandates additional environmental and safety reviews for all gene-editing and synthetic biology projects in Montana.
- SB535 is part of a broader national trend toward stricter oversight of biotechnology following high-profile incidents involving CRISPR and GMO contamination.
- Prior to SB535, Montana had few dedicated statutes regulating biotechnological innovation beyond standard FDA and EPA guidelines.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Senator Nancy Fields sponsored SB535, citing public safety and transparency concerns.
- BiogenTech Montana, a major regional research company, is directly affected by SB535’s operational requirements.
- The Montana Department of Environmental Quality and Montana University System are implementing new oversight protocols under the law.
- Montana Biotechnology Association has publicly expressed concerns about SB535’s impact on innovation.
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➡ Potential consequences:- In the near term, Montana’s biotech companies will face higher operational costs and longer approval timelines for new projects.
- Medium-term, SB535 may attract biotech investment from firms seeking regulatory clarity but could discourage startups due to compliance hurdles.
- Public confidence in biotech safety could rise, potentially increasing acceptance of gene-edited agricultural products.
- University biotech programs may adjust research focus and funding strategies to align with SB535 requirements.
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Emerging approaches in clean energy: examining direct uranium extraction from seawater and its implications for global nuclear fuel supply |
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🗺 Background:- Uranium is a critical fuel for nuclear power, which supplies approximately 10% of global electricity as of 2024.
- Traditional uranium mining relies on terrestrial deposits, but seawater contains an estimated 4.5 billion tons of dissolved uranium, vastly exceeding land-based reserves.
- Recent technological advances, such as polymer adsorbents and nanomaterials, have improved the feasibility and efficiency of direct uranium extraction from seawater.
- Global interest in seawater uranium extraction is driven by concerns about resource scarcity, sustainability, and the long-term viability of nuclear energy.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are leading development of advanced uranium adsorbents.
- Companies such as Orano and Cameco monitor emerging uranium technologies for potential integration into their supply chains.
- Japan Atomic Energy Agency and China's CNNC have active research programs in seawater uranium recovery.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) coordinates global efforts on nuclear fuel sustainability, including seawater extraction strategies.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Near-term pilots may reduce dependence on terrestrial mining, improving supply chain resilience for critical nuclear fuel.
- Successful scaling could enable a continuous, sustainable uranium source, supporting expansion of nuclear power globally.
- Medium-term adoption faces regulatory, economic, and environmental hurdles, especially regarding adsorbent durability and recycling.
- Large-scale seawater extraction could influence uranium pricing and alter strategic investments in nuclear energy infrastructure worldwide.
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Competition, innovation, and strategic positioning in AI hardware: Huawei's Ascend 960DT chip and the ongoing China-US tech rivalry |
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🗺 Background:- The China-US tech rivalry escalated in 2023 with renewed restrictions on semiconductor exports.
- Huawei is a major Chinese tech company focusing on AI hardware, notably the Ascend chip series.
- US sanctions have aimed to limit China's access to advanced AI and semiconductor technologies.
- Strategic positioning in AI hardware has become a central battleground for innovation and global competitiveness.
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🎩 Key stakeholders:- Key stakeholders include Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., and U.S. technology regulators.
- The Chinese government, led by Xi Jinping, has prioritized domestic chip development.
- Major U.S. companies such as NVIDIA and Intel are involved in the AI hardware competition.
- The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China has guided domestic hardware investment.
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➡ Potential consequences:- Huawei’s successful launch may accelerate China’s domestic AI hardware ecosystem in the near term.
- Immediate market reactions could include increased investment in Chinese semiconductor firms and intensified tech decoupling.
- Medium-term risks involve tighter US export controls and potential retaliatory measures affecting global supply chains.
- Enhanced innovation in AI chips may further separate Chinese and U.S. AI hardware standards, impacting international collaborations.
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Culture
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Kose no Kanaoka "In every brushstroke, the spirit of the subject must be captured, for the soul of the painting lies within..." Kose no Kanaoka was a pioneering Japanese painter of the 10th century who is credited with founding the Kose school of painting, which significantly influenced Japanese art. He introduced new techniques and styles that blended Chinese and Japanese elements, setting the foundation for Yamato-e painti... | Ki no Tsurayuki "Poetry is the voice of the heart, echoing the impermanence of the world..." Ki no Tsurayuki was a prominent Japanese poet and courtier of the 10th century, best known for compiling the Kokin Wakashū, an early anthology of waka poetry. He also authored the Tosa Nikki, a famous travel diary written in kana script, which was revolutionary in Japanese literature.... |
Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi "The art of medicine consists in amusing the patient while nature cures the disease..." Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi, also known in the West as Albucasis, was an influential Andalusian Muslim physician and surgeon of the 10th century. He is considered the father of modern surgery, having authored the comprehensive medical encyclopedia 'Al-Tasrif' which detailed surgical techniques and instr... | Emperor Taizu of Song "The foundation of a great dynasty lies not only in conquest but in the hearts of its people..." Emperor Taizu of Song, born Zhao Kuangyin, was the founder and first emperor of the Song Dynasty in China, reigning from 960 to 976. He is credited with unifying much of China after the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period and establishing a stable and prosperous government.... |
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NASA
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A Zodiacal Night (2026-09-19) Credits: Neelam and Ajay Talwar |
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Github
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Trading tools |
Quantrade 16 stars #220 Quantitative strategies portfolio index [DEPRECATED].... | everything-claude-trading 16 stars #221 The complete trading and quantitative finance system for Claude Code — 18 agents, 82 skills, 20 commands... |
awesome-developer-finance 16 stars #222 A curated list of awesome OSS, programmable APIs, and autonomous AI agents for developers in finance. Discover resources for quantitative analysis (Quant), algorithmic trading bots... | furnace-examples 16 stars #223 Furnace is a high-performance quantitative trading library that provides features similar to CCXT, allowing developers to connect and interact with multiple cryptocurrency exchange... |
Sea Vessels |
Advanced-drone-control 0 stars #220 Drone control simulations using PID control, boat guidance, and figure-eight trajectory tracking.... | jabegapp-android 0 stars #221 Android companion app for Malaga Traditional Rowing League: fixtures, boats, and live tracking.... |
SmallBoatMoveDat 0 stars #222 Recreational boat movement track data for "Population-level consequences of recreational boats on Danish Belt Sea harbour porpoises"... | WheresTheFrontEnd 0 stars #223 Where's The?! The complete tram, train, bus, boat tracker!... |
Air Vessels |
plane-finder 1 stars #220 Live aircraft tracker for a Raspberry Pi touchscreen — OpenSky + hexdb, with weather, satellites and stats.... | big-planet-tracks 1 stars #221 Automatically exported from code.google.com/p/big-planet-tracks... |
studio-sdk 1 stars #222 Reusable Go connectors for issue trackers (GitHub, GitLab, Jira, Linear, Asana, Azure DevOps, Plane) and chat platforms (Slack, Telegram, Discord), behind one contract surface.... | planet-right-choice 1 stars #223 A browser extension and web app that reads carbon footprint metadata or guestimates and suggests greener alternatives tracking real CO₂e saved with every purchase... |
Imagery |
Dataset-BCI-competition-iv-set1 10 stars #220 This code is for classifying spectrogram images of Motor Movement/Imagery tasks using a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) for data augment... | Food-Freshness-Detection-Using-Deep-Learning 10 stars #221 This project classifies fruit quality into five levels (Fresh to Rotten) using image preprocessing, data augmentation, and clustering (K-Means, Agglomerative, DBSCAN). Deep learnin... |
rooftop-solar-potential-detection 10 stars #222 We are going to map the location and where we can install Solar Panels on rooftops. It can be very useful for investing in renewable distributed energy infrastructures. We are go... | sprinkles 9 stars #223 Image augmentation function - fast.ai... |
Video |
MagCache 280 stars #220 The official code for NeurIPS 2025 "MagCache: Fast Video Generation with Magnitude-Aware Cache"... | FluidFrames 279 stars #221 FluidFrames | video AI frame-generation app... |
WISA 279 stars #222 World Simulator Assistant for Physics-Aware Text-to-Video Generation... | TwitCanva-Video-Workflow 279 stars #223 A next-generation AI-powered infinite canvas workspace built for creators and developers. Experience the future of Generative AI with a drag-and-drop node interface that combines G... |