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technology3 months ago•66 min saved

Challenges Behind the Popularity of Local-First Apps

The article discusses why local-first apps haven't gained widespread popularity, attributing it mainly to economic challenges, lack of viable business models, and reliance on closed-source software. It emphasizes the importance of open-source solutions, better conflict resolution in distributed systems, and the potential of open protocols and community-driven development to foster adoption. The author also highlights the shift in user expectations towards multi-device sync and offline capabilities, and the need for simpler, user-friendly approaches to conflict management and data access.

via Hacker News|

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

European AI Startup Aleph Alpha Secures $500 Million in Funding from Bosch, SAP, and Lidl Owner

German startup Aleph Alpha has raised $500 million in a funding round backed by companies such as Bosch, SAP, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise. The company, which is competing with Microsoft-backed OpenAI, has developed its own large language models and aims to promote the concept of "data sovereignty" by ensuring that data used in AI models is grounded in Europe. The funding will be used for research, product development, and commercialization. Aleph Alpha's models can already communicate in multiple languages, including German, French, Spanish, Italian, and English. The investment highlights the growing interest in AI startups and the development of advanced AI models.

via CNBC|

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