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October 1st, 2023 | Tire dust makes up the majority of ocean microplastics
Oct 2, 2023
Explore the environmental impact of tire dust in the ocean, InfluxDB switching to Rust, Mozilla's evolution, the release of DALL-E 3, DKIM key rotation, pulsars explaining antimatter, the discovery of a 12,000-year-old human statue, and the effects of WFH on workforce participation
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- Tire and brake dust emissions pose a significant threat to the environment, often surpassing car exhaust emissions, highlighting the importance of considering the environmental footprint of vehicles.
- InfluxDB has transitioned from using Go to Rust, motivated by advantages like error handling and performance benefits, creating a durable foundation for the database.
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The Environmental Impact of Tire and Brake Dust
Tire and brake dust emissions pose a significant threat to the environment, often surpassing car exhaust emissions. Toxic chemicals from wear and tear harm terrestrial and marine life. Efforts to regulate these emissions are underway, highlighting the importance of considering the environmental footprint of vehicles.
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