➀ Q-CTRL, an Australian quantum infrastructure software specialist, has raised $113 million in Series B funding with $59 million in new capital. The round was led by GP Bullhound and included new investors such as Alpha Edison, Lockheed Martin Ventures, and NTT Finance. ➁ Q-CTRL's founder and CEO, Michael Biercuk, emphasizes the importance of software as a key enabler for quantum hardware across various applications. ➂ The funding will be used to expand Q-CTRL's investment in quantum control R&D and product engineering to serve a growing list of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, government departments, and quantum platform providers.

➀ This letter discusses the updates and activities of STH in Q3 2024, including the challenges and achievements in filming at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the upcoming server reviews, and the expansion of the STH team and channels. ➁ The author reflects on the growth of the STH YouTube channel and the introduction of the Axautik Group for more specialized content. ➂ The letter concludes with a call for team expansion and a reminder to subscribe to STH's newsletter and YouTube channel for more content.

➀ The Mecpow X4 Pro offers a powerful 22-watt diode laser for engraving and cutting; ➁ It comes with an array of safety features and an integrated webcam; ➂ The device lacks an integrated display and has issues with the acrylic enclosure and software experience.

➀ This research explores the potential of two-dimensional silk fibroin films in electronics; ➁ The study investigates the growth mechanisms of silk fibroin films and their interactions with substrates; ➂ The findings highlight silk fibroin's potential as a versatile biomaterial for electronic applications.

➀ Misunderstanding led to the belief that 24H2 would arrive on October 8th; ➁ Microsoft clarified that the blog post was unrelated to 24H2's general availability; ➂ Original article was worded differently, now clarified that it was not related to 24H2's release.

➀ Tesla's BEV market share dropped from 19% to 17% in the first five months of 2024; ➁ BYD is just one point behind Tesla at 16%; ➂ The BEV portfolio of legacy automakers like Volkswagen and Geely-Volvo stood at 7 and 8 percent, respectively.

➀ The PS5 firmware update causes several games to become unplayable with severe graphics issues; ➁ The update affects high-profile titles such as Final Fantasy XVI and Death Stranding; ➂ Users are advised to delay the update or switch to PC gaming.

➀ Learn how to identify the program using your hotkey; ➁ Use the free utility Spy++ to trace hotkey conflicts; ➂ Follow a step-by-step guide to resolve conflicts and find out which application is using the hotkey.

➀ Docker is raising prices up to 80 percent for its Pro annual users starting in November; ➁ The price increase is part of a broader adjustment of benefits and features; ➂ The changes will take effect on the next renewal after November 15, 2024.

1. Rubrik's stock dipped post-earnings despite strong results; 2. The stock weakness is attributed to the upcoming IPO lock-up expiration; 3. The company remains unprofitable but has a strong cash position and growth potential.

1. IBM's Software and GenAI segments are driving high-single digit revenue growth and expanding margins by 100 bp. 2. Free cash flow has been growing healthily since 2020, expected to increase by 7% in 2024. 3. Valuation indicates potential upside as IBM's free cash growth is currently discounted.

➀ The Advanced Startup menu in Windows provides essential tools for troubleshooting and repairing the OS. ➁ It allows access to BIOS/UEFI, system reset, and booting from alternate drives. ➂ The menu offers options like Startup Repair, Command Prompt, and System Restore for deep system recovery.

➀ This article provides a detailed guide on how to perform an in-place upgrade reinstall to fix various Windows 10 issues. ➁ It explains the steps for both Windows 11 and Windows 10, highlighting the ease of the former and the more involved process for the latter. ➂ The process involves creating a Windows install ISO, mounting it, and running the setup to replace all OS files while preserving other data.

1. Techland, the developer of Dying Light 2, has been active with free updates and paid DLCs. 2. A new teaser suggests that their next major project, possibly 'Dying Light: The Beast', will be revealed at Gamescom. 3. The teaser includes a spooky trailer with the tagline 'The Beast is Coming', hinting at an announcement during Gamescom's Opening Night Live.

➀ Microsoft introduces more detailed Power Modes in Windows 11 Settings, allowing different settings for charging and battery modes. ➁ This update simplifies the process of changing power settings directly from the Settings menu, enhancing user-friendliness. ➂ The changes are part of the Canary Channel preview build and may not be guaranteed for the final Windows 11 update.

➀ The Fraunhofer IAO, in collaboration with partners, is developing an innovation concept for a comprehensive software stack for quantum computers. ➁ The goal is to create a unified framework to facilitate the seamless integration of quantum computing technologies from the lab to practical applications. ➂ This project, supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, aims to strengthen technological sovereignty in quantum computing for Germany and Europe.

➀ CrowdStrike President Michael Sentonas accepted the Pwnie Epic Fail award at DEF CON for a major software update failure that caused widespread IT outages. ➁ Sentonas used the acceptance speech to apologize and emphasize the importance of owning mistakes. ➂ The towering Pwnie trophy will serve as a reminder at CrowdStrike's HQ of the potential for such failures.

➀ YouTuber Inkbox demonstrates running MS-DOS without emulation on modern CPUs. ➁ Modern x86 and x86-64 CPUs support 16-bit Real Mode for backward compatibility. ➂ Running DOS on a bootable flash drive requires UEFI and legacy BIOS boot mode support.

1. Valorant, a popular competitive shooter on PC, is now available in open beta on Xbox Series X/S and PS5. 2. No invites are required, allowing all console owners to download and play the game. 3. The beta includes full access to the core Valorant experience, which has been highly successful on PC.