Laurie Hérault utilizes a thermal receipt printer to turn procrastination into productivity by gamifying task management. Inspired by video game loops, tasks are broken into manageable steps to boost focus and motivation, addressing challenges associated with ADHD. The printer enables quick task updates and visibility without losing the broader project scope, making habits more consistent and engaging.

The article critiques frequent authentication for its inefficiencies and suggests more seamless security solutions. Emphasizing real-time security and continuous verification like device checks and automatic updates, it argues that reducing login disruptions can enhance security and user experience, reducing "MFA fatigue" and exposure risks.

Associated Press reports on the deployment of spyware Graphite by an Israeli company against journalists, raising concerns about digital surveillance ethics and press freedom. The piece highlights the complex global digital espionage landscape and questions the morality of spyware commercialization and its governance.

Microsoft’s transition of Office’s version control from Source Depot to Git improved developer productivity by enabling a decentralized, faster development environment. Challenges included creating syncing bridges and extensive testing. The shift emphasized the significance of communication and training in large-scale technical transitions.

The paper explores increasing profits for battery energy storage systems by engaging in high-frequency intraday trading. A new algorithmic strategy led to a 58% profit increase by trading more frequently than hourly. The approach leverages dynamic programming for rapid market response, optimizing trading decisions in dynamic electricity markets.