- Programming sits on maths.
- Algorithms run on maths.
- Every AI model is maths.
- Machine learning is maths.
- Deep learning is maths.
- Graphics are maths.
- Simulations are maths.
- Cryptography is maths.
- Blockchain is maths.
- Data science is maths.
- Optimization is maths.
- Signal processing is maths.
- Robotics moves because of maths.
- Game engines run because of maths.
- Your entire tech stack survives on maths.
You're still asking if we need math for programming?
I just got fired from Microsoft. I was the guy responsible for making sure that when you start typing your password in on the Windows lock screen, it ignores your first keystroke for no fucking reason
Anthropic just updated their privacy policy.
Starting July 8 they can ask you for a government ID.
A selfie.
Your facial geometry.
Free, Pro and Max users.
Enterprise accounts are exempt.
They can also share your conversations with law enforcement based on their own internal “good faith belief.” No court order required. 
The company that sued the Pentagon for calling them a security risk.
Now wants your face on file.
The same week the US government shut down their models over national security.
The same week the UK announced social media ID checks for children.
The same week Instagram started charging $3.99 for privacy.
Everyone discovered identity verification simultaneously.
Anthropic said they don’t sell your data.
Claude is ad-free.
They just need your passport.
And your face.
And can call the FBI if they feel like it.
But no ads.
Anthropic: "Claude will never store your data or compromise your privacy"
Anthropic: "ok now show us your face and government ID before you ask the chatbot for a pasta recipe"