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Iran's FM: Nuclear Agreement Possible With Goodwill, Realism iranpress.com/content/303867

Iran's FM: Nuclear Agreement Possible With Goodwill, Realism

In a recent phone call with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed optimism about the ongoing negotiations with the U.S., emphasizing that results are achievable if goodwill and realism persist.
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Salaries in Russian IT segment to continue growing in 2025 — SuperJob tass.com/economy/1946391

Salaries in Russian IT segment to continue growing in 2025 — SuperJob

It will continue growing but not for everyone, because employees in the IT sphere more and more focus on the practical experience of IT specialists, President of the SuperJob job service Alexey Zakharov noted
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US military convoys move from Syria to Iraq’s Ain al-Asad base

Multiple US military convoys reportedly crossed into Iraq from Syria, transporting US troops and heavy equipment to Ain al-Asad airbase in Iraq’s western Anbar province.
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President Putin’s 30-hour Easter cease-fire gilbertdoctorow.substack.com/p…

President Putin’s 30-hour Easter cease-fire

As I have said from time to time, the requests I receive almost daily from one or another media outlet prompt me to speak or write about current events to which I otherwise might not give due attention.
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Aleinik: It is time to strip ODIHR of its monopoly to monitor elections  

It is time to strip ODIHR of its monopoly to monitor elections, and this de-monopolization process is already underway, Chairman of the Standing Commission on International Affairs and National Security of the Council of the Republic of the National …
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Resistance fighters target settler cars near illegal settlement in W. Bank #Palestine english.palinfo.com/news/2025/…

Resistance fighters target settler cars near illegal settlement in W. Bank

Palestinian resistance fighters opened fire at Israeli cars carrying settlers near the illegal settlement of Ariel in northern Salfit in the occupied West Bank on Saturday evening.
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US Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Further Deportations of Venezuelan Migrants Under Alien Enemies Act orinocotribune.com/us-supreme-…

US Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Further Deportations of Venezuelan Migrants Under Alien Enemies Act

The US Supreme Court temporarily blocked the deportation of Venezuelans who are detained in North Texas under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, a controversial 18th-century military law.
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International Observer Denounces Irregularities in Ecuador’s Presidential Run Off telesurenglish.net/internation…

International Observer Denounces Irregularities in Ecuador’s Presidential Run Off - teleSUR English

The recent presidential elections in Ecuador, in which Daniel Noboa fraudulently won, are being challenged by "widespread irregularities" that compromise the
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Beneath the Surface: Is the Trump-Netanyahu ‘Unthinkable’ About to Erupt? #Palestine ramzybaroud.net/beneath-the-su…

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Netanyahu's political standing is diminished. He is perceived as a failed political leader and military strategist, unable to secure decisive victories or extract political concessions from his adversaries.
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Easter truce could push Trump's pro-Russia stance - CNN

The Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin may affect US President Donald Trump’s attitude towards Russia as part of the settlement of the armed conflict in Ukraine. This was reported by the CNN television channel.
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Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Demanding End of War tn.ai/3295521

Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Demanding End of War

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands gathered in central Tel Aviv on Saturday to call for the immediate return of captives held in Gaza, even if it means ending the ongoing war, deepening the domestic pressure on Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ca…
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Finding and keeping our balance: Elders at the crossroads iacenter.org/2025/04/20/findin…

Finding and keeping our balance: Elders at the crossroads - International Action Center

By Jeri Hilderley April 18, 2025 I long for peace and ease as stress and anxiety overtake me. How can I be an active part of the resistance against the fascist regime bludgeoning my people and still hope for some comfort along the way? Many of us eld…
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Palestinian Political Detainee Succumbs to Wounds Sustained in Israeli detention #Palestine republicpalestine.com/en/2025/…

Palestinian Political Detainee Succumbs to Wounds Sustained in Israeli detention

Ramallah, Palestine - A 49-year-old Palestinian political detainee, who was shot with live ammunition by Israeli occupation forces as they arrested him in September 2023, has succumbed to his wounds
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Israeli extremist settlers kidnap two Palestinian children aged 13 and three and tie them to a tree #Palestine republicpalestine.com/en/2025/…

Israeli extremist settlers kidnap two Palestinian children aged 13 and three and tie them to a tree

The extremist settlers kidnapped 13-year-old Maryam and her three-year-old brother Ahmed, taking them to a remote area where they tied them to an olive tree. Palestinian local residents managed to
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‘Sanction Russia or you can’t join our club’ – Eurocrats blackmail Serbia ahead of Victory Day strategic-culture.su/news/2025…

‘Sanction Russia or you can’t join our club’ – Eurocrats blackmail Serbia ahead of Victory Day

The war in Ukraine has prompted Eurocrats in Brussels to force a binary choice on Serbia – ‘you’re either with us or with Russia’. Join…
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Peace on Planet Earth: Cancel Your NATO Membership. It’s Easy? “Say Goodbye” to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) michelchossudovsky.substack.co…

Peace on Planet Earth: Cancel Your NATO Membership. It’s Easy? “Say Goodbye” to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

Say No to WWIII: "Cease to be Party to NATO" (Art. 13)
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US strikes kill three, injure several in Sana’a, other Yemeni regions presstv.ir/Detail/2025/04/20/7…

US strikes kill three, injure several in Sana’a, other Yemeni regions

The US has conducted more acts of aggression against Yemen by launching a new wave of airstrikes across multiple regions in the Arab country, killing at least three people and injuring several people.
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Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Demanding End of War tn.ai/3295521

Thousands Rally in Tel Aviv Demanding End of War

TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Thousands gathered in central Tel Aviv on Saturday to call for the immediate return of captives held in Gaza, even if it means ending the ongoing war, deepening the domestic pressure on Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s ca…
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Video footage shows wreckage of US MQ-9 drone downed over Sanaa en.ypagency.net/353928

Video footage shows wreckage of US MQ-9 drone downed over Sanaa

SANAA, April 20 (YPA) -The Yemeni military media released footage documenting the moment the Yemeni Armed Forces shot down an American MQ-9 drone, along with images of its wreckage.The US drone was downed by Yemeni air defenses, using a locally manuf
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Diego Garcia, ethnic cleansing in the service of America's eternal wars en.reseauinternational.net/die…

Diego Garcia, ethnic cleansing in the service of America's eternal wars - Réseau International

By Aidan J. Simardone. As Trump threatens Iran, Washington militarizes Diego Garcia, the Chagos Island in the Indian Ocean built on ethnic cleansing, British colonialism, and military adventurism.
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First hormone-free male birth control pill enters human trials

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99% Effective: First Hormone-Free Male Birth Control Pill Enters Human Trials

YCT-529, a hormone-free male birth control pill, has shown high effectiveness in animals and is now in human trials, marking a breakthrough in male contraception.
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'Pressure on the church is clearly part of the Western playbook' – Ukrainian journalist odysee.com/pop-moldova-church:…

'Pressure on the church is clearly part of the Western playbook' – Ukrainian journalist

Ukrainian journalist Tatyana Pop says there are very clear parallels between Moldovan archbishop being blocked by govt and the way that Chisinau treats its political opposition.
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Predictix: DNA, AI, and the Zionist Infiltration of UK Mental Health thealtworld.substack.com/p/pre…

Predictix: DNA, AI, and the Zionist Infiltration of UK Mental Health

Vanessa Beeley- My report yesterday for UK Column News covers the Israeli influence over mental health in the UK - DNA-mining and fast-track drug prescription
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Xi Jinping pays state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia socialistchina.org/2025/04/20/…

Xi Jinping pays state visits to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia - Friends of Socialist China

General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Vietnam from April 14 to 15, at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Commi…
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The Economist Roots for a Dollar Crisis Once Again eir.news/2025/04/news/the-econ…

The Economist Roots for a Dollar Crisis Once Again

Articles and opinion pieces about an imminent crisis of the U.S. dollar and U.S. Treasury market debt are appearing frequently enough in the twin financial mouthpieces, The Economist and Financial Times, that one can conclude such a crisis is British…
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Ukrainian political scientist: Russia controls twice as much area of ??Sumy region as the Ukrainian Armed Forces controls Kursk region en.topwar.ru/263322-ukrainskij…

Ukrainian political scientist: Russia controls twice as much area of ​​Sumy region as the Ukrainian Armed Forces controls Kursk region

The Ukrainian army controls a small part of the Kursk region near the border, Russian troops have occupied twice as much territory in the Sumy region of Ukraine. This was stated by Ukrainian political scientist Ruslan Bortnik.
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Russia Still Leads the World in Digitalization Despite Restrictions, Says Foreign Ministry en.sputniknews.africa/20250420…

Russia Still Leads the World in Digitalization Despite Restrictions, Says Foreign Ministry

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The West has imposed extensive sanctions on Russia since 2022, including restrictions on advanced technology exports. These measures were intended to limit Russia's access to critical semiconductors, software, and...
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U.S. citizen in Arizona detained by immigration officials for 10 days

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U.S. citizen in Arizona detained by immigration officials for 10 days

Immigration officials in Tucson arrested the 19-year-old man from Albuquerque on April 8, saying he had entered the country illegally, before a judge dismissed his case on April 17.
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Araghchi briefs Italian FM on progress in talks with US en.mehrnews.com/news/230798/Ar…

Araghchi briefs Italian FM on progress in talks with US

TEHRAN, Apr. 20 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a phone conversation with his Italian counterpart, Antonio Tajani, before returning to Tehran, sharing details of the second round of indirect Iran-US talks held in Rome.
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Iran-US talks wrap up in Rome with agreement to establish framework for potential nuclear deal thecradle.co/articles-id/30213

Iran-US talks wrap up in Rome with agreement to establish framework for potential nuclear deal

Omani officials stated that the indirect talks are 'gaining momentum' after Tehran and Washington agreed to establish technical delegations to draft a potential replacement for the Obama-era JCPOA
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UNRWA: Palestinians in Gaza are being bombed and starved again dailyyemen.net/2025/04/20/unrw…

UNRWA: Palestinians in Gaza are being bombed and starved again

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) said on Saturday that Palestinians in Gaza are besieged, bombarded, and starved once again due to the Israeli closure of the Strip’s crossings for the seventh consecutive week
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Iran's Araghchi Invited to Speak at Nuclear Conference in U.S. iranpress.com/content/303875

Iran's Araghchi Invited to Speak at Nuclear Conference in U.S.

Following the second round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, some reports have been circulated that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is slated to deliver a speech at the International Nuclear Conference in the U.S.
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US forces launch massive aggression on several areas in Yemen english.almayadeen.net/news/po…

US forces launch massive aggression on several areas in Yemen

Al Mayadeen's correspondent says at least people were martyred in the latest US aggression, as the UN Secretary-General expresses concern over the US airstrikes.
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Egyptian website criticizes US Campaign against Cuban medical aid networkdefenseofhumanitycuba.w…

Egyptian website criticizes US Campaign against Cuban medical aid

Cairo, Apr 17 (Prensa Latina) The Egyptian website, the Hispano-Arab League, criticized the United States’ campaign against Cuba, including attacks on Cuba’s medical cooperation with ot…
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Belarus' MFA comments on Easter truce declared by Putin eng.belta.by/politics/view/bel…

Belarus' MFA comments on Easter truce declared by Putin  

“This move was taken on the eve of Easter, which makes it particularly significant and symbolic, as Easter is equally revered by three fraternal nations - Belarus, Russia and Ukraine - as a time of peace, humanism and renewal,” the press service said…
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U.S. Measure to Ease Arms Export Regulations Precisely Means One to Expand Wars #DPRK kfauk.com/u-s-measure-to-ease-…

U.S. Measure to Ease Arms Export Regulations Precisely Means One to Expand Wars - KFAUK.com

Pyongyang, April 20 (KCNA) — Shortly ago, the present U.S. administration took a measure to ease the “regulations” that had been obstacles to the export of homemade military equipment.
Dermot Hudson (KFAUK.com)

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Understanding React's Context API


React's component architecture is powerful, but passing data through multiple levels of components can quickly become cumbersome. This is where the Context API and the useContext hook come in - they provide an elegant solution to share data across your component tree without the hassle of prop drilling. In this blog post, we'll explore what Context API is, why you should use it, and how to implement it effectively in your React applications.

What is the React Context API?


The React Context API is a built-in feature that allows you to share data (state, functions, values) across your component tree without having to manually pass props through every level. It effectively solves the "prop drilling" problem, where you need to pass data through many layers of components that don't actually need the data themselves but simply pass it down to lower components.

Think of Context as a direct communication channel between a provider (a parent component that supplies the data) and consumers (any descendant components that need access to that data).

Why Use Context API?

1. Eliminates Prop Drilling


Passing props through multiple component layers creates unnecessary coupling and makes your code harder to maintain. Context lets you make data directly available to any component that needs it.

2. Simplifies State Management


Unlike external libraries such as Redux, the Context API is built into React and requires minimal setup. No need for actions, reducers, or managing a separate store—just create a context and a provider.

3. Improves Code Readability and Maintainability


By centralizing shared state and avoiding unnecessary prop chains, your component hierarchy becomes cleaner and more understandable, making your application easier to debug and maintain.

4. Lightweight and Built-In


Being part of React itself means you don't need additional dependencies, keeping your bundle size smaller compared to external state management solutions.

When to Use Context API


Context API is perfect for:

  • Global state (user authentication, theme preferences, language settings)
  • Sharing functions or handlers across deeply nested components
  • Managing global settings (e.g., dark/light mode)

However, it's not meant to replace all prop passing or state management. Use it for data that is truly global or needs to be accessed by many components at different levels.

Step-by-Step: Implementing Context API


Let's walk through the implementation of Context API with a simple example for managing user authentication:

1. Create a Context


First, we create a context object:

// UserContext.js
import React, { createContext } from 'react';

const UserContext = createContext();

export default UserContext;

2. Create a Provider Component


Next, we create a provider component that will manage the state:

// UserProvider.js
import React, { useState } from 'react';
import UserContext from './UserContext';

const UserProvider = ({ children }) => {
const [user, setUser] = useState(null);

// Login function to update user state
const login = (userData) => {
setUser(userData);
};

// Logout function to clear user state
const logout = () => {
setUser(null);
};

// Memoize the context value to prevent unnecessary re-renders
const value = React.useMemo(() => ({
user,
login,
logout
}), [user]);

return (
<UserContext.Provider value={value}>
{children}
</UserContext.Provider>
);
};

export default UserProvider;

3. Wrap Your App with the Provider


In your main file (e.g., index.js or App.js):

import React from 'react';
import ReactDOM from 'react-dom';
import App from './App';
import UserProvider from './context/UserProvider';

ReactDOM.render(
<UserProvider>
<App />
</UserProvider>,
document.getElementById('root')
);

4. Consume the Context Using useContext


Now, any component in your app can access the user data and functions:

// Profile.js
import React, { useContext } from 'react';
import UserContext from '../context/UserContext';

const Profile = () => {
const { user, logout } = useContext(UserContext);

return (
<div>
{user ? (
<>
<h2>Welcome, {user.name}</h2>
<button onClick={logout}>Logout</button>
</>
) : (
<p>Please log in to view your profile</p>
)}
</div>
);
};

export default Profile;

Best Practices for Efficient Context Updates


To ensure optimal performance when working with Context, follow these best practices:

1. Memoize Context Values


Always use useMemo to memoize your context values to prevent unnecessary re-renders:

const value = useMemo(() => ({ user, setUser }), [user]);

2. Split Contexts by Concern


Instead of a single mega-context, create multiple contexts for different concerns (e.g., separate contexts for theme, authentication, app settings):

// ThemeContext.js
const ThemeContext = createContext();

// UserContext.js
const UserContext = createContext();

// In your app:
<ThemeProvider>
<UserProvider>
<App />
</UserProvider>
</ThemeProvider>

3. Centralize Updates


Keep state update logic in the provider and pass update functions down through context:

const UserProvider = ({ children }) => {
const [user, setUser] = useState(null);

const updateUserProfile = (updates) => {
setUser(prev => ({ ...prev, ...updates }));
};

// Pass the update function in context
const value = useMemo(() => ({
user,
updateUserProfile
}), [user]);

return (
<UserContext.Provider value={value}>
{children}
</UserContext.Provider>
);
};

4. Use Local State for Temporary Data


Not all state needs to be in context. Keep temporary or component-specific state local:

const ProfileForm = () => {
const { user, updateUserProfile } = useContext(UserContext);
const [formData, setFormData] = useState(user);

const handleSubmit = (e) => {
e.preventDefault();
updateUserProfile(formData); // Only update context when form is submitted
};

// ...rest of component
};

Context API vs. Redux: When to Use Each

FeatureContext APIRedux
Setup ComplexitySimple, minimal boilerplateMore complex, requires actions/reducers
Built-inYesNo (external library)
PerformanceGood for small/medium appsBetter for large/complex apps
Code ReadabilityHighCan become verbose
DebuggingLimited toolsExcellent dev tools
Learning CurveLowModerate to high


The Context API is ideal for:

  • Small to medium-sized applications
  • Simpler global state needs
  • Projects where you want to minimize dependencies

Redux might be better for:

  • Large applications with complex state logic
  • Applications requiring time-travel debugging
  • Projects with extensive async operations


Conclusion


The Context API and useContext hook provide a powerful, built-in solution for state management in React applications. By eliminating prop drilling and centralizing your shared state, you can write cleaner, more maintainable code with minimal setup.

While it's not a replacement for all state management solutions, Context API is perfect for handling global data like user authentication, themes, and application settings. When used following the best practices outlined above, it can significantly simplify your React application's architecture while maintaining good performance.

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Yemen: Casualties in fresh US strikes on Sana’a, other areas #Palestine english.palinfo.com/news/2025/…

Yemen: Casualties in fresh US strikes on Sana’a, other areas

On Saturday night, at least 29 US airstrikes targeted Yemen, resulting in multiple casualties and prompting the UN to issue warnings over the safety of civilians.
The Palestinian Information Center

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US-funded Cuban opposition leaders call for a second blockade against the island orinocotribune.com/us-funded-c…

US-Funded Cuban Opposition Leaders Call for a Second Blockade Against the Island

In a virtual hearing on human rights with the European Parliament, Cuban opposition activists Rosa María Payá and José Daniel Ferrer called for new economic sanctions against their own country, with their historic goal of deepening the suffering of t…
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Colo Colo, Chile’s Popular Soccer Team Turns 100 plenglish.com/news/2025/04/19/…

Colo Colo, Chile’s Popular Soccer Team Turns 100 - Prensa Latina

Santiago, Chile, April 19 (Prensa Latina) Colo Colo, Chile's popular soccer team, celebrates its 100th anniversary today with a celebration overshadowed by the recent deaths of two young men following acts of violence unleashed by their hooligans.
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Russia Recovers 246 Soldiers,15 Wounded in Prisoner Exchange for Easter Ceasefire telesurenglish.net/russia-reco…

Russia Recovers 246 Soldiers,15 Wounded in Prisoner Exchange for Easter Ceasefire - teleSUR English

On Saturday the Russian Defense Ministry said that the Slavic giant has recovered 246 soldiers in a prisoner exchange with Ukraine in which they will also
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Trump's pick for antisemitism czar is a Chabadnik. Why is the movement keeping its distance? haaretz.com/us-news/2025-04-19…

Trump's pick for antisemitism czar is a Chabadnik. Why is the movement keeping its distance?

If confirmed, Yehuda Kaploun will be the first Lubavitcher Hassid to fill this senior State Department role. His attacks on the Democrats call into question the image of non-partisanship the Chabad tries so hard to project
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Gemma 3 QAT Models: Bringing AI to Consumer GPUs

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Gemma 3 QAT Models: Bringing state-of-the-Art AI to consumer GPUs

The release of int4 quantized versions of Gemma 3 models, optimized with Quantization Aware Training (QAT) brings significantly reduced memory requirements, allowing users to run powerful models like Gemma 3 27B on consumer-grade GPUs such as the NVI…
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