Some major mortgage rates are falling. Lower mortgage rates could bring positive news to the housing market in 2025. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-go-down-over-the-last-week-mortgage-interest-rates-for-april-30-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
We rounded up all the best news, advice and more for World Password Day 2025.
There is an increasing need for last-mile visibility to deliver exceptional user experiences.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-power-of-last-mile-network-intelligence
OpenAI has rolled back ChatGPT's 'annoying' personality with Sam Altman promising more fixes in the future.
Surfshark becomes the first company to unveil a pubic DNS to help privacy-conscious individuals and organizations break free from online tracking.
RX 9060 XT could launch on May 19, go on sale in June – and despite the late arrival, I remain hopeful AMD will keep Nvidia on the ropes with this GPU.
During an earnings call, Samsung dropped some strong hints that its rumored tri-fold phone is landing this year.
Need an affordable Android phone but don't want to miss out on premium features? Now just $649, the Google Pixel 9 is the perfect choice.
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To avoid you having to search around for the manual, we’ve listed all of the LG washing machine error codes and explained what they mean.
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Android users in the UK can now create a digital ID pass via Google Wallet. In a blog post on Tuesday, Google said Brits will be able to prove their age via their UK passports. The idea is to use Google Wallet in circumstances where you might need age verification. In the example Google uses [...]
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Google has announced Little Language Lessons – a new generative AI-based experiment that uses Gemini to help users learn new languages with tips that designed to be used in real world situations. Google says the bite-sized lessons can help users accomplish things like ordering coffee, catching a phrase when listening to a conversation, or describing [...]
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The eagerly awaited Borderlands 4 shooter will arrive earlier than originally planned, the developer Gearbox has confirmed. In a video post, Gearbox’s Randy Pitchford – who we recently saw at the Nintendo Switch game showcase – popped up to reveal Borderlands 4 is going to be unleashed on September 12 for PC, PlayStation 5 and [...]
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When the OnePlus 13T smartphone arrived last week launched we feared it would not see the light of day outside of its Chinese homeland. And while that’s not entirely the case (the phone is coming to India), a European or North American launch isn’t happening for this phone… at least for the time being. OnePlus [...]
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Charge up to four devices at once with the small but mighty Anker 25,000mAh power bank, which is now just £69.99 for Amazon Prime members.
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8BitDo, makers of the wonderful Retro Mechanical Keyboard, has suspended shipments to the U.S. from China down to the current tariff situation.
Microsoft is combining Copilot+ PC marketing with Windows 10 upgrade messaging. The company claims the AI-powered PCs are "up to 5x faster" than a 5-year-old Windows 10 device.
TL;DR: 1minAI’s lifetime subscription is on sale for $7
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Od provokativních akcí v normalizační šedi po dnešní feministické rituály a digitální experimenty – česká performance žije, dráždí a nutí k zamyšlení. Prozkoumejte s námi tuto dynamickou scénu plnou těl, nápadů a občas i třpytek, která aktivně komunikuje s Evropou i naší současností. http://www.osel.cz/14029-tela-v-akci-soucasna-ceska-performance-na-mape-evropy.html
Unpacking DaaS and its use of alternative data
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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-april-30/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43829935
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Article URL: https://openai.com/index/sycophancy-in-gpt-4o/
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Points: 87
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Influencers get a lot of stick these days. The latest thing they’re being blamed for: shark attacks.
Scientists have noted a recent rise in shark attacks, and according to new research published in the journal Frontiers in Conservation Science, of the 74 recorded bites in the seas around French Polynesia, 5% were assessed as acts of self-defense.
Professor Eric Clua of PSL University
Hansi Flick's team look to move a step closer to the treble as they host Internazionale. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-semifinal-livestream-barcelona-vs-inter-milan-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new Switch update now lets you loan out games for up to 14 days. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/virtual-game-cards-are-nintendos-new-way-to-share-switch-games-digitally/#ftag=CADf328eec
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43840312
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A Tinder Swindler survivor has launched a tool to fight the scams that upended her life. Pernilla Sjöholm, who starred in Netflix’s hit documentary The Tinder Swindler, cofounded the platform — called IDfier — alongside computer scientist Suejb Memeti. Relea
The European Space Agency (ESA) has blasted its Biomass satellite into space aboard a Vega-C rocket. The launch took place at 11:15 (CEST) today from Europe’s spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. Now in orbit, the first-of-its-kind satellite wil
Dutch neobank Bunq today launched a crypto trading service for over 300 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. The service launches today and is available to Bunq users in the Netherlands, France, Spa
Map platforms like Google, Apple, and Bing Maps now drive 20% of local searches, according to new research.
The post Google & Apple Maps: 20% of Local Searches Now Start Here appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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Try these remote control settings and commands to get more out of your smart plugs. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/10-things-you-probably-didnt-know-your-smart-plugs-could-do/#ftag=CADf328eec
ChatGPT's new shopping features changed my expectations for online shopping. https://www.cnet.com/tech/chatgpts-shopping-update-helped-me-find-led-string-lights-i-thought-were-lost-forever/#ftag=CADf328eec
I'm swapping restaurants for at-home potlucks to meet my savings goals. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/this-no-buy-trend-helped-my-colleague-save-money-i-might-do-it-too/#ftag=CADf328eec
Amazon Gaming Week features solid deals on top-rated gaming headsets.
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Article URL: https://waymo.com/blog/2025/04/waymo-and-toyota-outline-strategic-partnership
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43839123
Points: 162
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As artificial intelligence gets smarter, a growing number of companies are increasing its implementation in their operations or more heavily promoting their own AI offerings. The buzzword for this is “AI first.”
Duolingo is among the latest to adopt an AI-first approach. The company’s CEO, Luis von Ahn, announced the change in an all-hands email Monday, saying it would stop us
Hvězdy se obvykle rodí v temných molekulárních mračnech, která bývá obtížné vystopovat. Vědci poprvé využili přímou detekci dalekého ultrafialového záření molekulárního vodíku, kterou provedl vesmírný spektrograf FIMS-SPEAR a vystopovali doposud neznámé relativně blízké mračno Éós, pojmenované po řecké bohyni úsvitu a červánků. http://www.osel.cz/14028-eos-pobliz-slunecni-soustavy-bylo-prekvapive-objeveno-temne-mracno.html
If you're behind on payments, you could have your wages garnished and tax refund withheld. Follow these expert tips to get back on track. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/you-have-less-than-a-week-before-defaulted-student-loans-are-sent-to-collections/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,411 for April 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-april-30-1411/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hints and answers for Connections for April 30, #689. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-30-689/#ftag=CADf328eec
You probably don't need to see the exact time your message was read. We'll explain the pros and cons of read receipts. https://www.cnet.com/tech/read-receipts-can-be-a-privacy-risk-on-iphone-or-android-heres-how-to-turn-them-off/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 219, for Wednesday, April 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-april-30-219/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 423 for April 30. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-30-423/#ftag=CADf328eec
The company's first AI developers conference on Tuesday fell flat with very few new announcements and products, including a standalone AI app that technically already existed. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/metas-first-llamacon-shows-the-tech-giants-still-playing-catch-up/#ftag=CADf328eec
From budget to premium models, these are the best wired headphones, based on testing by CNET's audio experts. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/best-wired-headphones/#ftag=CADf328eec
Meta AI launches a standalone mobile app that also controls Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.
A2 Hosting rebrands to Hosting.com
https://www.techradar.com/pro/a2-hosting-rebrands-as-hosting-com
Whether you travel often, like snuggling up in bed, or simply cannot afford a chunky LG OLED TV, here’s why you should consider the Yoga 9i.
https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/2-in-1-laptops/laptop-is-like-a-portable-oled-tv
In recognition of STALKER 2's excellence, Microsoft and Xbox have given developer GSC Game World a special award.
Season 8 of Diablo 4 just launched, but don't be hasty on purchasing the Battle Pass, now called Reliquaries as it appears a bug is causing Platinum to be taken and no rewards given.
A Minecraft Movie continues its box office dominance, and Warner Bros. has announced special "Block Party Edition" screenings for fans to get loud.
Pravidelná sonda do světa software. Podíváme se na nástroj pro správu virtuálních strojů v cloudu, budeme procházet objemné log soubory a nakonec vyzkoušíme pomocníka pro přepínání mezi kubeconfigy. https://www.root.cz/clanky/softwarova-sklizen-30-4-2025-spravujte-sve-virtualni-servery/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss
V tomto krátkom seriáli sa naučíme si v programe Fontforge vytvárať vlastné vektorové písmo. V dnešnom prvom diely sa pozrieme na celkový proces vytvorenia fontu a nabudúce sa povenujeme tvorbe glyfov. https://www.root.cz/clanky/fontforge-fonty-glyfy-a-vektorova-grafika/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss
Firefox now lets you organize your tabs. Four years after its biggest rivals launched tab groups, Mozilla published a nearly 1,000-word blog post recounting the feature's long road from user requests to launch. (Consider skipping it if you don’t like long-winded acceptance speeches.) "What happens when 4,500 people ask for the same fea
OpenAI is rolling back a recent update to GPT-4o, the default model that powers ChatGPT, following complaints from users that it made the chat bot act like a weirdo. "The last couple of GPT-4o updates have made the personality too sycophant-y and annoying (even though there are some very good parts of it), and we are working on fixes asap, some today and some this week," said OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in a X post
The gaming industry continues to bleed workers and cancel games, with EA back for another round of brutal news. The company said on Tuesday it decided to "make some targeted team adjustments," which Bloomberg
Article URL: https://www.oligo.security/blog/airborne
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Consumers are only just starting to feel pain from Trump’s Liberation Day tariff spree. Amazon founder and chairman Jeff Bezos, however, may be starting to feel something else from the tariffs: regret.
When a report emerged overnight claiming that Amazon would start displaying tariff costs on its main pa
Google's John Mueller answers a question about diluting the impact of anchor text by using it sitewide.
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GoDaddy's Agency Program offers a high-intent source of leads for freelancers and web agencies
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/godaddy-is-offering-leads-to-freelancers-and-agencies/545645/
The Oscar-nominated film stars Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and Isabella Rossellini and offers a fictionalized, high-stakes look at what happens behind the Vatican's closed doors. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/conclave-how-to-watch-the-film-set-about-electing-a-new-pope/#ftag=CADf328eec
This guide shows you the most effective way to clean your ears without running the risk of damaging your hearing. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/the-best-way-to-clean-your-ears-how-you-definitely-shouldnt-be-doing-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Meta smart glasses from Ray-Ban will soon be able to hold conversations about exactly what you're seeing or hearing https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/with-hey-meta-ray-ban-wearers-will-unlock-all-new-ai-abilities-and-privacy-concerns/#ftag=CADf328eec
You probably haven't cleaned it recently enough, according to an expert. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/when-is-the-last-time-you-cleaned-your-oven-heres-how-to-do-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
The tech giant is the latest company to adopt AI tools in order to teach foreign languages -- but it isn't the first. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-takes-aim-at-duolingo-with-ai-tools-to-help-you-learn-new-languages/#ftag=CADf328eec
Two in five companies made workers redundant over AI, but more than half of them are now regretting their decisions.
Pricing for the wireless LG QNED9M and the QNED92 mini-LED TV has been announced, and it looks like a direct shot at Samsung.
The Panasonic RB-F10 open ear headphones could be the cheap earbuds you've been looking for.
Google NotebookLM’s Audio Overviews have added dozens of new languages to its AI-generated podcasts.
A “widespread and complex” attack has been stopped by Iranian cybersecurity.
The Alienware 34 240Hz Curved QD-OLED (AW3425DW) features the new AW30 design, a 240Hz refresh rate, a 3440 x 1440p resolution, and a 1800R curve for complete immersion.
A new study shows users stick with Google mostly out of habit and default settings. Claims many had never tried another search engine extensively before.
EA has canceled two projects at Respawn Entertainment, laying off developers on Apex Legends and Star Wars Jedi.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/ea-respawn-layoffs-apex-legends-star-wars-jedi-incubation-team
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead says there's "exciting news to come" and a new Warbond coming in May...but there are fears of a large-scale Illuminate invasion, too.
For a decade or so, a major threat to your laptop wasn’t a virus, malware, or hacking — it was Janet Jackson’s hit song, “Rhythm Nation.”
What you might think of as an apocryphal urban legend was apparently true, including to some internal sleuthing by Microsoft employee and blogger Raymond Chen, who has unearthed some new details on one of tech’s more fasc
Just $699 can bag you this MSI Thin gaming laptop with Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics. Laptop gaming at an affordable price.
The Grok 3.5 beta is set to release next week for SuperGrok subscribers, with claims that it's a reasoning model that can provide unique answers that aren't on the internet.
Huawei's Ascend 910D AI accelerator is expected to match Nvidia's H100 performance on the GPU level, with full systems based on the Ascend 910D set to compete against Nvidia's Blackwell and Rubin based pods.
The Nintendo Switch 2 won’t be in our hands for over a month yet (sigh), but a speedrunner has already reached the credits of the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of
There’s a new animated Star Wars show coming soon and it’s set to actually premiere in the game Fortnite. Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld will be available to watch in-game starting on May 2 at 10AM ET. This is two full days before the show streams on Disney+.
Viewing will take place in a new in-game location called Star Wars Watch Party Island. Epic Games says that this area was built using Unreal Editor for Fortnite and uses official assets to create a "breathtak
As Meta’s first-ever generative AI conference gets underway, the company is also previewing a significant update on its plans to bring AI features to WhatsApp chats. Buried in its LlamaCon updates, the company
Article URL: https://about.fb.com/news/2025/04/introducing-meta-ai-app-new-way-access-ai-assistant/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43833783
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43834942
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