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Gold Lapel launches PostgreSQL proxy to tune queries
Tech Optimizer
March 24, 2026

Gold Lapel launches PostgreSQL proxy to tune queries

Gold Lapel has introduced a PostgreSQL proxy that enhances database query performance by acting as an intermediary between applications and PostgreSQL databases. The proxy monitors live queries, identifies issues, and implements optimizations such as creating materialised views, introducing various index types, and rewriting queries. It supports over ten optimization strategies, seven programming languages, four frameworks, and three ORMs, and is available for Linux, macOS, Windows, and Docker. The software includes features like prepared statement caching, in-memory result caching, connection pooling, automatic read replica routing, and security measures including TLS. An observability layer provides a live web dashboard and audit timeline. The pricing model is USD 9 per month per instance, with a site license available for unlimited instances. Gold Lapel has also released a 19-chapter technical book on PostgreSQL performance optimization. The company was founded by Stephen Gibson and is based in San Francisco.
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Winsage
March 13, 2026

Microsoft DirectX Gears Up For ML Era On Windows, Advanced Shader Delivery Solves Game Stutter & Load Times, DXR 2.0 Teased

At GDC 2026, Microsoft announced the introduction of ML-Powered DirectX and Advanced Shader Delivery. The ML-enhanced DirectX includes Cooperative Vectors within Shader Model 6.9, facilitating neural rendering techniques such as Neural Texture Compression and Neural Radiance Caching. DirectX Linear Algebra is introduced to support matrix-based ML workflows, and the DirectX Compute Graph Compiler enables full model graphs to run with native GPU performance. Advanced Shader Delivery allows game developers to provide precompiled shaders to reduce load times and stuttering. New APIs, App Identity API and Stats API, have been introduced to support this feature. NVIDIA, AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm have expressed their support for these advancements. Additionally, Microsoft is developing DXR 2.0, which will support Shader Model 6.10 and is expected to roll out in late summer 2026.
Bristol pensioner shared naked child picture with undercover cop on messenger app
AppWizard
March 6, 2026

Bristol pensioner shared naked child picture with undercover cop on messenger app

A 72-year-old man named Cyril Taylor received a suspended prison sentence after admitting to sending an indecent image of a child via the messaging app Kik, not realizing he was communicating with an undercover police officer. He was sentenced to nine months in prison for two offenses but had the sentence suspended for 18 months due to a "realistic prospect of rehabilitation." Taylor previously faced convictions for possessing and distributing indecent images of children and had a ten-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) issued in early 2023, which prohibited him from using social media applications with direct messaging capabilities. Despite these restrictions, he downloaded Kik in June 2023 and sent an indecent image of a child aged around nine or ten years old. Law enforcement discovered him deleting the app after being notified of his actions. In total, he has two convictions for seven offenses, including a breach of the SHPO involving Facebook Messenger in April 2024. The judge imposed a suspended sentence of nine months, mandated 100 hours of community service, and required participation in 26 rehabilitation sessions.
Google says these AI models are best at coding Android apps
AppWizard
March 6, 2026

Google says these AI models are best at coding Android apps

Google is testing various AI models for Android app development through a new platform called “Android Bench,” which evaluates the performance of leading AI language models (LLMs) against benchmarks specific to Android development. The benchmarks assess capabilities in areas such as Jetpack Compose, asynchronous programming, data persistence, dependency injection, navigation migrations, Gradle/build configurations, and interaction with Android components. Google has identified Gemini 3.1 Pro Preview as the top-performing model with a score of 72.4%, followed by Claude Opus 4.6 at 66.6% and OpenAI’s GPT 5.2 Codex at 62.5%. Gemini 2.5 Flash scored the lowest at 16.1%.
Lawsuit Claims Addictive Features of Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft Damaged Child’s Brain
AppWizard
March 5, 2026

Lawsuit Claims Addictive Features of Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft Damaged Child’s Brain

A lawsuit has been filed against several video game developers, alleging that their products have contributed to a serious gaming disorder in a 12-year-old player, Y.H., who has been gaming intensely since age three. Y.H. reportedly spends 971 hours on Fortnite, 292 hours on Roblox, and similar time on Minecraft, often playing five hours on school days and up to 12 hours on weekends. The child's guardian claims that Y.H. experiences withdrawal symptoms when gaming is interrupted and attributes this behavior to the developers' design choices. The lawsuit cites severe consequences for Y.H., including emotional distress, diminished social interactions, loss of interest in hobbies, and declining academic performance, alongside a diagnosis of ADHD. The claims include design defects, negligence, and intentional misrepresentation, seeking compensatory and punitive damages. Similar lawsuits have been filed across the U.S., but the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation declined to consolidate them, allowing individual cases to proceed in their respective courts.
GDC is an opportunity to celebrate the games that defined 2025, and explore the new technology that will shape the future of gaming
AppWizard
March 1, 2026

GDC is an opportunity to celebrate the games that defined 2025, and explore the new technology that will shape the future of gaming

The Game Developer's Conference (GDC) will take place from March 9 to March 13, 2026. GDC focuses on the intricacies of game creation and explores emerging technologies and innovative techniques in gaming. Attendees can expect potential game announcements from companies like Epic Games, Blizzard, Nintendo, and Xbox. The GDC Vault and the Festival of Gaming YouTube channel provide resources for game creators to share their design philosophies. A central theme for GDC 2026 will be the role of artificial intelligence in game development, with discussions led by developers from companies such as Google, Capcom, NVIDIA, Xbox, and Sega.
Researchers Dropped 1,000 AIs in Minecraft and Watched a Civilization Form
AppWizard
February 15, 2026

Researchers Dropped 1,000 AIs in Minecraft and Watched a Civilization Form

Researchers at MIT introduced 1,000 AI agents into Minecraft to construct a community. The AI agents organized themselves, established social structures, designated roles, and created a functioning civilization. They engaged in collective decision-making, discussing and voting to amend their rules, demonstrating negotiation skills and a level of autonomy. This experiment highlights advancements in AI capabilities, blurring the lines between programmed responses and human-like behaviors.
Nothing has finally given its phones a truly essential feature
AppWizard
February 13, 2026

Nothing has finally given its phones a truly essential feature

Android Central Labs highlights Nothing's new tool, Essential Apps, which allows users to create personalized applications, aiming to move away from traditional app ecosystems. The tool operates from the home screen and features an intuitive interface that prompts users with context-aware questions. CEO Carl Pei stated that Essential Apps aims to eliminate the constraints of conventional app stores, enabling customization without ads or generic designs. However, there are concerns that users may revert to established apps due to convenience, despite the initial appeal of customization. The Nothing Phone 3, featuring the Glyph Interface, is positioned as a fresh option in the smartphone market, with Essential Apps potentially reshaping user engagement.
Billionaire founder of Minecraft slams anyone advocating using AI to write code as ‘incompetent or evil’
AppWizard
February 13, 2026

Billionaire founder of Minecraft slams anyone advocating using AI to write code as ‘incompetent or evil’

Markus Persson, the creator of Minecraft, has expressed concerns about the rapid integration of generative AI in programming, describing it as an initiative being "forced down our throats" by "evil" entities. He fears losing creative autonomy and control over coding, comparing AI writing code to AI drafting laws. Persson advises aspiring developers to "Learn. Your. Craft," emphasizing the importance of foundational skills in programming. His views align with some industry leaders who advocate for coding literacy as a fundamental skill, while others, like GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, stress the necessity of mastering AI to remain competitive in the job market.
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