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DMT Shows Promise as Antidepressant; AI Coding Gets Boost

Psychedelic drug DMT showed promise as a rapid antidepressant in a small clinical trial, while the market for mushroom supplements continues to grow, according to recent reports. Simultaneously, advancements in AI and blockchain technology are making headlines, with new solutions emerging to address challenges in coding and decentralized finance.

A recent study indicated that the hallucinogen DMT could provide relatively quick relief from depression symptoms, according to Ars Technica. The drug is believed to work by enhancing the brain's ability to remodel neuronal connections and incorporate new experiences. While the exact mechanisms are still being investigated, the potential for life-altering treatments is driving research.

Meanwhile, the popularity of mushroom supplements is on the rise, as reported by Wired. From ancient remedies to modern wellness trends, mushrooms are being embraced for their potential health benefits. The trend includes microdosing and the use of extracts like lion's mane in adaptogenic lattes.

In the realm of AI, Qodo 2.1 launched an intelligent Rules System for AI governance, aiming to solve the "amnesia" problem in coding agents, as reported by VentureBeat. This new framework gives AI code reviewers persistent memory and is expected to boost precision by 11%. Also, SurrealDB launched version 3.0 of its database, along with a $23 million Series A extension, bringing total funding to $44 million, according to VentureBeat. The company aims to simplify the retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems for AI agents.

In the world of blockchain, MIT Technology Review highlighted THORChain, a permissionless blockchain that allows users to swap cryptocurrencies. The founder, Jean-Paul Thorbjornsen, initially used a pseudonym and AI-generated avatar before revealing his identity around March 2024.

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