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Researchers introduce MegaTrain, a novel method enabling full-precision training of extremely large language models with over 100 billion parameters using just a single GPU. This breakthrough dramatic...
Iranian state-sponsored hackers have been disrupting operations at US critical infrastructure sites since March 2026, targeting programmable logic controllers (PLCs) in water treatment, energy, and go...
Russia's military intelligence group APT28 has compromised 18,000-40,000 consumer routers worldwide, primarily MikroTik and TP-Link devices, to redirect users to credential-harvesting sites. The campa...
Meta has introduced Muse Spark, a new AI initiative aimed at scaling towards personal superintelligence. The project has generated significant discussion with 257 comments and 216 points on Hacker New...
Chiasmus is a neurosymbolic MCP server that combines LLMs with formal reasoning engines (Z3 and Tau Prolog) to enable precise code analysis. It addresses LLMs' structural reasoning weaknesses by parsi...
Security researcher Jakub Ciolek discovered two compiler bugs in Go versions up to 1.26.1 that break memory safety guarantees using only safe Go code, enabling control-flow hijacking and arbitrary cod...
A critical security vulnerability (CVE-2026-39860) in Nix versions 2.21 through 2.34 allows privilege escalation via symlink attacks during fixed-output derivation registration, enabling arbitrary fil...
OpenAI has released a new Child Safety Blueprint to address the concerning increase in child sexual exploitation connected to AI advancements. The framework outlines proactive measures to prevent misu...
Meta's Superintelligence Lab has released Muse Spark, its first public AI model representing a complete overhaul of the company's AI strategy. The model leverages content from Meta's social platforms ...
Microsoft has abruptly terminated the developer account for VeraCrypt, a widely used open-source encryption tool, halting its ability to release Windows updates. The move has raised concerns about sof...
A developer successfully ported Mac OS X to run on a Nintendo Wii console, demonstrating impressive reverse engineering and system hacking skills. The project required significant modifications to ove...
The article explores the increasingly strange and counterintuitive nature of machine learning systems, arguing that they operate through 'lies' and probabilistic approximations rather than traditional...
Multiple US cities are removing Flock Safety's automated license plate recognition surveillance systems due to privacy concerns and effectiveness questions. The technology has faced criticism from civ...
Railway migrated its frontend from Next.js to a custom setup, reducing build times from over 10 minutes to under 2 minutes. The change highlights performance and developer experience improvements by a...
Objective Development is porting its popular macOS network monitoring tool Little Snitch to Linux, using eBPF for kernel-level traffic interception and Rust for the main application. The Linux version...
Astral shares its open source security practices, focusing on CI/CD workflows in GitHub Actions to protect tools like Ruff, uv, and ty from supply chain attacks. The post highlights poor security defa...
An experienced developer shares surprising edge cases in Rust's borrow checker, revealing subtle evaluation order behaviors that contradict common mental models. The article demonstrates how seemingly...
Tailslayer is a C++ library that reduces tail latency in RAM reads by replicating data across multiple DRAM channels with uncorrelated refresh schedules and using hedged reads. It works across AMD, In...
An AWS engineer reported that Linux 7.0 kernel development version halves PostgreSQL performance due to changes in kernel preemption modes, reducing throughput to 51% on Graviton4 servers. The regress...
The article details multiple security vulnerabilities in Varnish Cache, including request smuggling, denial of service, and data leak issues, alongside release updates for Vinyl Cache and Varnish Cach...
Henrik Ingo introduces IngoDB, an experimental LSM-tree database engine written in Rust that automatically adapts to query patterns by building indexes without human intervention. The system monitors ...
The developer of WireGuard VPN cannot distribute software updates after Microsoft locked his account without notification. This marks the second high-profile case where Microsoft's account suspension ...
Security researchers have uncovered a hack-for-hire group using Android spyware and phishing to compromise devices and steal iCloud credentials. The campaign highlights ongoing threats to mobile and c...
Australia has become the first country to implement a social media ban for children in late 2025, aiming to protect young users from cyberbullying, addiction, and online predators. This represents a s...
Hackers from the World Leaks extortion gang breached a digital storage system belonging to the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, stealing and leaking sensitive LAPD police documents. The incident re...
The developer of VeraCrypt encryption software reports that Microsoft locked his account, potentially causing boot issues for Windows users. This highlights the risks of centralized account dependenci...
Databricks co-founder Matei Zaharia has received the prestigious ACM Computing Prize for his contributions to computer science. He claims that artificial general intelligence (AGI) is already here but...
LinkedIn is facing two class action lawsuits for scanning users' browser extensions to detect data-scraping tools, a practice the company acknowledges but claims is for security purposes. The lawsuits...
Iran is requiring oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz to pay cryptocurrency tolls during a temporary ceasefire period, demanding $1 per barrel of oil paid in Bitcoin. This move allows Ira...
Elon Musk has amended his lawsuit against OpenAI to redirect any recovered damages to the nonprofit arm rather than himself, following a court order that limited his ability to claim punitive damages....
NASA is nearing key decisions for the Artemis III mission, which will now serve as an Earth-orbit risk-reduction flight before lunar landings. The agency is debating whether to use low-Earth orbit (LE...
Anthropic has launched Claude Mythos Preview, a cybersecurity AI model with advanced vulnerability detection capabilities, but is limiting access to select organizations due to dual-use concerns. The ...
Apple's new MacBook Neo is disrupting the laptop market with an unprecedented $599 starting price, offering premium build quality and performance from repurposed A-series chips. The device is receivin...
Meta is launching Muse Spark, its first new AI model since a major investment overhaul, designed specifically for integration across its product ecosystem including WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. ...
A severe SSD shortage is causing dramatic price increases across consumer storage products, with some drives quadrupling in cost since late 2025. The shortage is linked to AI-driven RAM production dem...
Despite massive funding and a dominant market position, OpenAI faces internal instability due to executive reshuffles, discontinued projects, and public controversies, raising doubts about its long-te...
A technical article explains the Kalman filter algorithm using an accessible radar tracking example, making this complex mathematical concept more approachable for engineers and developers. The articl...
The VeraCrypt project has received a significant update, generating substantial community engagement with over 1,000 points and 400+ comments on Hacker News. This open-source disk encryption software ...
A developer applies Zig's 'Programming Without Pointers' methodology to build an mbox email indexer, demonstrating how to minimize memory allocations for better performance. The article shows practica...
Mozilla Developer Network (MDN) has rebuilt its frontend architecture to address technical debt in their previous React-based system. The new implementation uses a more streamlined approach with Markd...
A developer reflects on the decade-long challenge of creating real-time audio-reactive LED strips, detailing the complexities of frequency analysis and adaptive gain control beyond simple volume mappi...
Canva has acquired Simtheory and Ortto to enhance its capabilities in AI and marketing automation, focusing on agentic AI, data infrastructure, and customer engagement tools. This move signals Canva's...
Poke introduces a text-based interface for AI agents that enables users to automate tasks and handle workflows through simple text messages, eliminating the need for apps or technical expertise. This ...
AWS CEO defends investing in both Anthropic and OpenAI, arguing that the company is accustomed to managing competitive relationships due to its history of competing with partners. He suggests that the...
Tubi has launched the first native streaming app integration within ChatGPT, allowing users to access its content directly through the AI chatbot interface. This represents a significant step in blend...
Volkswagen's subsidiary MOIA has started testing self-driving microbuses in Los Angeles as part of preparations for a future robotaxi service with Uber. The testing phase is underway, though regulator...
Astropad's Workbench reimagines remote desktop technology specifically for AI agent management rather than traditional IT support. The platform enables users to remotely monitor and control AI agents ...
YouTube is expanding its TV strategy through new hiring initiatives, partnerships, and a dedicated hub in Bengaluru, focusing on interactive video formats. This move aims to enhance the viewing experi...
Atlassian has introduced visual AI tools and third-party agent integrations in Confluence, enabling users to create visual assets directly within the platform. The new integrations with Lovable, Repli...
Law professor Andrew Guthrie Ferguson discusses his new book, 'Your Data Will Be Used Against You,' highlighting how digital devices increasingly threaten personal privacy. The interview explores lega...
Valve is developing a 'framerate estimator' tool for Steam, as revealed in client update files. The feature will provide users with estimated game performance based on anonymized hardware and framerat...
An introductory guide for software developers on writing userspace USB drivers, covering fundamental concepts and practical implementation. The article provides technical insights into USB communicati...
Terry Bisson's 1991 science fiction short story 'They're Made Out of Meat' has resurfaced on Hacker News, sparking discussion about its themes of consciousness and artificial intelligence. The story h...
A developer shares practical Git commands they use to quickly understand a new codebase, including viewing recent commits, checking contributors, and examining the commit history. The article provides...
Škoda has developed the DuoBell, a bicycle bell designed to cut through noise-cancelling headphones to alert pedestrians and cyclists. The device uses a combination of acoustic and electromagnetic sig...
An article explores the ongoing mystery of Satoshi Nakamoto's identity, focusing on Adam Back as a potential candidate. While the topic remains speculative, it draws significant community interest and...
The article explores implementing full-text search in IndexedDB for web applications, starting with a simple table scan approach for smaller datasets. It provides practical JavaScript code examples fo...
A Zsh tutorial demonstrates using (om[1]) glob qualifiers to automatically select the most recently generated files by modification time, streamlining workflows with tools like Memray. This technique ...
Amazon is discontinuing support for all Kindle e-readers released in 2012 or earlier, effectively preventing these devices from loading new content. This move affects older hardware that can no longer...
British cryptographer Adam Back has denied a New York Times report claiming he is Bitcoin's pseudonymous creator Satoshi Nakamoto. Back, a respected cryptography pioneer and CEO of Blockstream, stated...
Motorola has raised prices on its 2026 Moto G budget phone lineup by up to 50%, with models now costing between $250 and $500. The increases appear driven by global memory chip shortages exacerbated b...
Amazon is discontinuing Kindle Store access for all pre-2013 Kindle models starting May 20, preventing users from purchasing or downloading new books. Affected devices include original Kindles from 20...
US automakers are protesting EU regulatory changes that could block imports of American full-size pickup trucks like the F-150. The conflict stems from differences between the US self-certification sy...
OpenAI has presented economic proposals to Washington DC policymakers, though the article focuses more on the newsletter format and author's personal anecdotes than providing substantive details about...
Microsoft's developer division chief Julia Liuson is resigning after 34 years, including 12 leading DevDiv during major shifts toward open source and the GitHub acquisition. She will transition to an ...
Amazon is ending support for all Kindle models released before 2013 on May 20, 2026, affecting devices from the 1st through 5th generations. This move will impact many long-time users who still rely o...
Amazon will discontinue e-book purchasing support for all Kindle e-readers and Fire Tablets manufactured before 2012 starting May 2026. This move affects older devices that lack modern software compat...
Modos has announced the Flow, a new 13.3-inch portable E Ink monitor capable of 60 Hz refresh rates. The device aims to provide a paper-like viewing experience for reading, writing, and focused work t...
The Onyx BOOX Go 10.3 Gen II Lumi is a second-generation e-ink tablet featuring a built-in front light for all-day productivity. It maintains a slim, professional design optimized for reading and digi...