Time to say goodbye to ING bank. It was my last Dutch bank account. They don’t allow use of VPN to login to your bank account. Both the app and the website block VPNs.

I don’t agree: This is a binomial probability problem. Each roll of a fair six-sided die is an independent trial with success probability \(p = \frac{1}{6}\) (rolling a 6) and failure probability \(1 - p = \frac{5}{6}\) (rolling anything else). We want the probability of exactly \(k = 5\) successes in \(n = 8\) trials. The binomial probability formula is: \[ P(X = k) = \binom{n}{k} p^k (1 - p)^{n - k} \] First, compute the binomial coefficient: \[ \binom{8}{5} = \frac{8!}{5!(8-5)!} = \frac{8!}{5! \cdot 3!} = 56 \] Substitute into the formula: \[ P(X = 5) = 56 \left( \frac{1}{6} \right)^5 \left( \frac{5}{6} \right)^3 = 56 \cdot \frac{1^5 \cdot 5^3}{6^8} = 56 \cdot \frac{125}{1,679,616} = \frac{7,000}{1,679,616} \] Simplify the fraction by dividing numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (which is 8): \[ \frac{7,000 \div 8}{1,679,616 \div 8} = \frac{875}{209,952} \] This fraction is in lowest terms. As a decimal approximation, this is about 0.00417 (or 0.417%).

Today I talked a while with an owner of an antique shop. There’s almost zero interest in decent antique furniture. Massive oak remains unsold, while it lasts hundreds of years. People are buying as cheap as possible. He is shifting more and more towards small “antique” bracelets, rings and other junk that they usually just receive for free when they clear houses. This couple of euros junk just sells. He also had a couple pairs of shoes of old brands, they last a lifetime, they are basically new but “old fashioned”. I asked him how old he thought my shoes were. Couple years he answered but still looking good, easily fixable, old fashioned way. Told him, 3 new soles, 1 new inner work. 21 years old. Wore them couple of times each month… He said the best pairs should last 40 years wearing them weekly. You can still find a few manufacturers in Europe… Low time preference shifting to high preference in the antique market was not something I was expecting to see. Fun part, the fridge he had reminded me of 😂

Is development ~100x in speed nowadays? Know quite some devs, that told me things like: “I now do the work of 100+ people by myself” “I can now build things I never thought I was capable of” “If I have an idea I have it working in a few clicks, used to take me a month” Is this really true? Are we scaling development 100x now because of use of AI?

The image likely depicts the area surrounding Hotel Bacher in Riva di Tures (Rein in Taufers), near Campo Tures in the Ahrntal Valley, South Tyrol, Italy

My favorite topic in Delft was “tides and tidal currents”. Received a 10/10 on that topic. When we calculate, we have to take into account celestial bodies. As they have a physical impact on the water body. People that don’t think this has any impact are retarded. If you don’t believe you can calculate probability on floods, you’re also retarded. If you believe probability is certainty, you’re also very much retarded. To conclude: major floods in the Netherlands (half the country is below sea level) are in my opinion higher than bitcoin failing. Do with that whatever you wish. My favorite website to check your location: https://overstroomik.nl

You delivered proof of work that paid off. Well deserved and happy belated birthday!

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You can just do things…. Even believe there’s a market for it. But would change it to: “Bought after Elon tried to cut government spending”

GN

What is the definition of crazy, and what was the exact moment that status was reached according to you? Did you buy it? Do you believe this prevents any sort of violence towards your Tesla? Couple of years ago my Tesla was sprayed in graffiti, just like another Tesla at the charging station at a public street. This sticker would not have prevented any violence towards my Tesla. This sticker is a specific herd behavior incident that I’m curious for the timeline of stickiness.

We need an update on nostr. What’s your personality type? Would expect it to be even more interesting on nostr…

Oak wood has long been prized for furniture making due to its strength, durability, grain patterns, and resistance to wear, making it a staple in both historical and modern contexts. Its use is most prominent in regions where oak trees are native or readily available, such as parts of Europe, North America, and some areas of Asia. Below is a list of countries where oak has been or is used for a significant portion of furniture production, based on historical records, cultural traditions, and current manufacturing practices. I've grouped them by region for clarity, noting key periods and details. ### Europe - United Kingdom (especially England): Oak was the dominant wood for furniture from the Middle Ages through the 18th century, used in Jacobean styles with intricate carvings, as well as Georgian-era pieces for carcasses and linings. It remains popular today for both antique reproductions and modern designs, with the UK importing oak from various sources for contemporary production. - France: Favored since the 8th century for medieval furniture, oak continued as a primary material through the 15th century and into the 17th-18th centuries. Modern French furniture often incorporates oak, and the country exports logs to global markets, including for furniture use. - Germany: Oak has historical roots in medieval and later furniture traditions, with the country now a key exporter of oak timber used in European furniture manufacturing. - Netherlands and Belgium (Flanders region): Oak was highly favored for furniture in the Middle Ages, valued for its uniform grain and durability in crafting functional pieces. - Poland: Long history of oak furniture production, continuing today as a major manufacturer and exporter of oak pieces, often alongside pine and beech - Italy: Used in ancient Roman furniture and medieval periods; currently a significant exporter of oak for modern European furniture. - Baltic States (e.g., Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia): Historical trade in Baltic oak supplied Northern Europe for furniture and other uses from the medieval era onward; oak remains culturally significant as a national tree in these countries. - Greece: Ancient Greeks prized oak for furniture and other crafts, though less dominant in later periods. - Scandinavia (e.g., Sweden): Oak was imported and used historically for high-end furniture, with modern use in design-focused pieces. ### North America - United States: From the 18th century onward, oak became central to colonial and mission-style furniture, as well as Amish craftsmanship. It remains a top choice for traditional and modern pieces, with the US exporting oak lumber globally for furniture production. ### Asia - China: While traditional Chinese furniture often used woods like huanghuali, modern production heavily incorporates imported oak (e.g., from France and the US) due to the massive furniture industry, making it a significant current user and the world's largest wooden furniture exporter. - Japan: Imports high-grade oak (e.g., white oak from the US) for small-scale, high-quality furniture making, blending with minimalist traditions. - India: Oak grows in hill regions like Uttarakhand and is used for timber, including some furniture, though teak and other tropical woods are more traditional; modern applications include handicrafts and exports. This list focuses on countries with documented significant use, often tied to availability, cultural symbolism (oak as a national tree in many European nations), or trade. In regions like ancient Egypt, oak was known but not a primary furniture wood compared to ebony or cedar. Globally, oak's role has shifted from widespread historical dominance in Europe to modern industrial use in exporting nations like Poland and China.

Maybe it’s more of a German/Dutch/French/English thing

Where are you based? Our part of the planet is ikea style and cheaper that is all the rage😂