Steven Sinofsky / Hardcore Software: A look at the new, open-source Model Context Protocol for connecting LLMs to data sources and why its success depends on overcoming middleware challenges  —  There’s a long history of “middleware” in our industry.  Everyone wants it.  There’s always a hot one, but it rarely makes to the finish line and often disappoints. Lees verder op Tech Meme

Taylor Telford / Washington Post: How AI tools are causing problems and sowing distrust in both job hunting and hiring; a Polish cybersecurity startup says it almost hired a deepfake candidate  —  The proliferation of artificial intelligence tools and overreliance on software such as ChatGPT is making the job market increasingly surreal. Lees verder op Tech Meme

Richard Rubin / Wall Street Journal: Uber and DoorDash are pressing GOP lawmakers to include independent contractors who drive rideshare vehicles and deliver food in Trump’s no-tax-on-tips proposal  —  GOP proposal offers tax breaks to employees—but not independent contractors such as ride-share drivers Lees verder op Tech Meme