

Five standout scaleups from the UK have made it into TECH5 — the “Champions League of Technology.” The selections complete the UK and Ireland regional round of the tournament, which will now crown Europe’s hottest scaleup. Both Ireland and the UK had no short

In April 2024, Yahoo acquired Artifact, a tool that uses AI to recommend news to readers. Yahoo folded Artifact’s—which was cofounded by Instagram cofounders Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom—into its revamped news app to help surface and curate content for readers.
Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone came on the Most Innovative Companies podcast to talk about the acquisition, the company’s approach to news curation, and what the future could hold for the private equity-owned company.

It is hard to believe that in 2025, we are still dialing to schedule doctor appointments, get referrals, refill prescriptions, confirm office hours and addresses, and handle many other healthcare tasks. In fact, I created Zocdoc nearly 20 years ago to help patients avoid the dysfunctional phone experience and schedule appointments online. But I must confess that I have to pick up the phone sometimes, too—and I dread it.
I am not alone. According

Experienced SEOs report trouble getting hired. Is AI screening to blame?
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/is-the-seo-job-market-undergoing-a-major-shift/546433/

This article explores how AI-driven search is reframing brand visibility and offers a framework to help marketers respond effectively.
The post The Triple-P Framework: AI & Search Brand Presence, Perception & Performance appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

A few key mortgage rates increased. But a series of rate cuts from the Fed could help mortgage rates fall in the long term. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgage-rates-increase-for-prospective-buyers-todays-mortgage-rates-on-may-12-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Multiple important refinance rates climbed this week, but refinancing could be still make sense for other reasons. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-ride-high-current-refinance-rates-on-may-12-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Are you moving soon? Use this guide to prepare for your move-in day, and avoid being overwhelmed and unprepared. https://www.cnet.com/home/services/moving-preparation-hacks-that-will-save-you-time-money-and-your-sanity/#ftag=CADf328eec

Big pet sales this week make it a perfect time to pick up a gadget for your furry friend: Here are our favorites, tested and ready to please. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/the-top-8-gadgets-to-get-the-loved-pet-in-your-life/#ftag=CADf328eec

Rates are on the way down so the sooner you act, the more you could stand to earn. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/best-cd-rates-this-week-take-advantage-of-the-feds-rate-cut-while-you-can/#ftag=CADf328eec

The tired looking smiley is easily my new favorite emoji. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-brought-these-fun-new-emoji-to-your-iphone-with-ios-18-4/#ftag=CADf328eec

CTOs must adopt an innovation-first mindset to lead change, unlock agility, and future-proof their business.

iOS 19 could make it easier to connect multiple devices to public Wi-Fi, but ahead of that we're expecting iOS 18.5 very soon.

Microsoft wants to make it harder for you to take unauthorized screenshots, but even this tool doesn't give you full protection.

Another regulatory filing suggests that the Galaxy Buds Core could have bigger batteries than the 2023 edition.

We explain everything you need to know about turning and flipping a mattress, including why it’s important to and often you should do it.
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An essential tool for tidying up grass, cutting back brush, and getting to places that lawnmowers just can’t reach, a grass trimmer is your garden’s new best friend. Getting the most out of its whizzing line takes a bit of practice, though. Here’s how to use a grass trimmer properly. This guide applies to practically [...]
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TL;DR: For a one-time payment of $9.99, you can secure lifetime privacy with Ashampoo WebCam Guard

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Things are changing so fast with these vscode forks I m barely able to keep up. Which one are you guys using currently? How does the autocomplete etc, compare between the two?
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Jsme ve vesmíru sami? Fermiho paradox – rozpor mezi vysokou pravděpodobností existence mimozemských civilizací a absencí důkazů o nich – trápí vědce i laiky už desítky let. Nová studie se pokouší tento paradox kvantifikovat pomocí dat z projektů SETI. Jaká je šance, že jsme nějaký signál už měli zachytit, a co to vypovídá o počtu a životnosti potenciálních kosmických sousedů? http://www.osel.cz/14059-fermiho-paradox-pod-drobnohledem-kolik-civilizaci-bychom-uz-meli-slyset.html

New EU rules will hold software makers liable for safety flaws—no negligence required.

Samsung has revealed its full 2025 TV lineup, including multiple OLEDs, a flagship mini-LED, and several LED models.

OPINION: Another week in the world of TV and another peek at what’s coming later in 2025 – this time it was Panasonic’s range of 4K OLEDs, Mini LED and LCD TVs. The event was held at its European HQ in Wiesbaden (which seems to be a very pleasant town), and there I had more [...]
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43959403
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Email: It’s one of the more evil of the necessary evils. We all spend a significant chunk of our days wading through messages, to the point that it can feel like a never-ending task. Save us, artificial intelligence!
The good news: AI is revolutionizing how we interact with our email. And the best part? Many AI email tools offer free tiers that are actually useful.
If you’re looking to supercharge your Gmail experience, reclaim your time, and take a bit of work out

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Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 12. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-monday-may-12/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 231, for May 12. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-12-231/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: https://www.paepper.com/blog/posts/how-i-hacked-my-clock-to-control-my-focus.md/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43958082
Points: 14
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This week Microsoft announced a new Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch. Palworld had to remove a feature and images of the new Xbox handheld leaked as well.

Linux Mint 22.2 bude mít kódové označení „Zara“ a LMDE 7 se bude jmenovat „Gigi“. Rozjela se kampaň nazvaná „Konec desítek“, která vyzývá k přechodu na Linux. System76 osvěžuje linuxový notebook Serval WS novým hardwarem. https://www.root.cz/clanky/konec-desitek-jako-sance-pro-linux-system76-osvezuje-notebook-serval-ws/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

V najnovších Postrehoch sa pozrieme na to, ako hackeri hackli hackerov, ďalej na varovania pred útokmi na energetiku USA, viacero aktualizácií softvéru, zásah proti DDoS službám a na cvičenie Locked Shields. https://www.root.cz/clanky/postrehy-z-bezpecnosti-tvrda-rana-pre-lockbit-a-utoky-na-energetiku/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Article URL: https://1517.substack.com/p/why-bell-labs-worked
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43957010
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Pozoruhodný MADMAX neboli MAgnetized Disk and Mirror Axion eXperiment má ambice najít temné fotony nebo případně axiony. V obou případech jde o velmi lehké kandidáty na temnou hmotu. Pilotní testy s malým prototypem neobjevily nic, ale alespoň ověřily, že MADMAX funguje. V budoucnu by větší verze této technologie mohly dostát svému jménu a přinést průlom. Uvidíme. http://www.osel.cz/14057-experiment-madmax-patra-po-temnych-fotonech-zatim-nic.html

2D transistor offering 40% faster speeds and lower energy use may soon disrupt the global chip market - if China can successfully scale production.

The company head says the studio is actually doing fine.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is an excellent shooter, and it's one of many new Xbox games launching this week. Here are all the games coming from May 12 through May 18.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/all-xbox-games-launching-may-12-through-may-18-2025

Homebrew developers keeping Windows Phone 8.1 alive from beyond the grave are working hard to keep the platform in line with the times.

The Sabrent USB 3.2 Type-C M.2 SSD Enclosure is available for $22, one of its best ever prices according to data from CamelCamelCamel.

As first reported by Politico, the Trump administration has fired the Register of Copyrights and US Copyright Office Director, Shira Perlmutter. The Register of Copyrights works under the Librarian of Congress — a title held most recently by Carla Hayden, who was fired earlier this week for her

Apple is reportedly planning to introduce a small but welcome convenience feature with iOS 19: cross-device syncing for Wi-Fi access portals. This is according to the latest Power On newsletter from Bloomberg

Article URL: https://github.com/jaypyles/Scraperr
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43955842
Points: 45
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Article URL: https://blog.plan99.net/why-not-capability-languages-a8e6cbdf9682
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43956095
Points: 27
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Article URL: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/critics-notebook/the-paradoxes-of-feminine-muscle
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43956630
Points: 6
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Article URL: https://www.ft.com/content/55221f2d-00b3-4856-9158-dfdd0263bd0c
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43956701
Points: 11
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Article URL: https://enterprisevalue.substack.com/p/burrito-now-pay-later
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43956723
Points: 30
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Fotovoltaika láká příslibem úspor i ekologie, ale vyplatí se skutečně investice do slunce na střeše? Podívali jsme se na čísla stará i nová a ptáme se, zda je návratnost jistá, či jen zbožným přáním. http://www.osel.cz/14058-solarni-panely-na-strese-zlaty-dul-nebo-cerna-dira-na-penize.html

Setting up a security system is easier than ever, but there are still some major mistakes to avoid. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/dont-mess-it-up-7-places-to-never-install-a-security-camera/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,423 for May 12. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-12-1423/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 435 for May 12. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-12-435/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hints and answers for Connections for May 12, #701. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-12-701/#ftag=CADf328eec

Fake crypto ads on Facebook now deliver malware that quietly spins up a local server on your machine.

Facial recognition on smart glasses could be a privacy nightmare.

"No Rest for the Wicked" is a hardcore action RPG with precise combat and absolutely stunning art, however, its difficult early access development cycle has overshadowed the potential.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/ori-and-the-blind-forest-studio-head-says-they-might-shut-down

Following backlash about a quietly added clause to SoundCloud's Terms of Use that says users' content may be fed to AI, the company says it's "never used artist content to train AI models," and insists it "has always been and will remain artist-first." The outrage came after tech ethicist

It won't make you a better gamer, but Samsung's latest gaming monitor entices those hunting for faster refresh rates. The company's newest Odyssey OLED G6, which Samsung claims is the world's first OLED gaming monitor with a 500Hz refresh rate, is now available for pre-order in Southeast As

Article URL: https://github.com/Efeckc17/simple-todo-c
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43954649
Points: 74
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43955525
Points: 27
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Article URL: https://vlaaad.github.io/lsp-client-in-200-lines-of-code
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43955397
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With the proper preparation and these tips, you can move your mattress like a champ. https://www.cnet.com/home/services/my-6-moving-hacks-for-your-mattress/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some highly rated flicks to try, plus a look at what's new in May. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/best-movies-on-max-may-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Asus has packed a 20-petaflop Nvidia AI chip into a retro-looking desktop PC able to train huge models without needing a server rack.

This travel-ready keyboard unfolds into a Ryzen 7 powered Windows mini PC.

CalDigit's Element 5 Hub fixes everything I didn't like about the original Element 4 Hub, all the while upgrading performance to accommodate Thunderbolt 5 speed. Is it the right hub for you?
https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/caldigit-element-5-hub-e5-review

The Sandisk CEO, David Goeckeler, has been boasting about a formidable new SSD controller dubbed Stargate.

Tiny Corp has achieved the world's first eGPU operating in Tiny Grad over USB3, with compatibility across macOS, Windows, and Linux.

One of the ultimate goals of medieval alchemy has been realized, but only for a fraction of a second. Scientists with the European Organization for Nuclear Research, better known as CERN, were able to convert lead into gold using the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), the world's most powerful particle accelerator. Unlike the examples of transmutation we see in pop culture,

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Article URL: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/skilled-trades-high-school-recruitment-fd9f8257
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43954488
Points: 24
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You can improve your mood for free. All it takes is focusing on these simple habit changes. https://www.cnet.com/health/mental/hack-your-happiness-with-these-7-daily-habits/#ftag=CADf328eec