Microsoft and OpenAI are reportedly unlikely to reach favourable terms before December 31, which could lead to losing investor funding, outsider interference, and hostile takeovers.
Mobile devices sometimes get lost. A laptop bag gets left on the bus or train, a smartphone slips out of your pocket, or a USB flash drive falls to the ground unnoticed. Losing a notebook or phone this way means a serious financial hit. In many cases, however, the loss of data is even more serious.
Important and confidential documents, such
Is there such a thing as having too much digital storage space? I don’t think so! Especially not with the size of photos and videos these days. Thankfully, storage is fairly affordable right now, with some of our favorites dropping to their best-ever prices. I’m talking about the 1TB SK Hynix Beetle X31 that’s on sale f
I can’t help but get excited whenever I stumble upon a great laptop with a fantastic discount, because who doesn’t like scoring deals? Right now, you can get a superbly-configured HP Ome
IT and security experts have long recommended using password managers to keep your login data safe and in one place. They’re generally considered reliable and secure, but a common vulnerability has now been discovered in 11 providers that hacker
According to a recent Windows blog post, you’ll no longer experience drops in Bluetooth audio quality on Windows 11 while also using voice. Microsoft will soon be rolling out a new feature called super wideband stereo fo
The best way to watch Monday Night Football without paying for a full TV package or ESPN subscription could be short-lived if Disney gets its way.
Disney is suing Sling TV over its Day Passes, which provide access to Sling’s Orange bundle (including Disney-owned ESPN and more than 30 other ch
In a world of overpriced tech and gear, it’s easy to think that you have to spend a ton of money on the things you need to have in your backpack whenever you leave home.
From multi-tools that fit on your keychain to powerful portable chargers, we’ve rounded up a list of fantastic gadgets that will enhance your daily life without spending more than $50 on a
Since a while back, there’s been a setting in Microsoft 365 that makes it possible to auto-save Word documents to the cloud. It’s a convenient feature that helps mitigate the risk of losing data in case of an app crash or system outage, and one of the many Microsoft Wor
AMD's RDNA 4 GPUs leverage asymmetric harvesting capability that enables AMD to selectively disable shader engines, compute units, and memory controllers to spin multiple Radeon RX 9000-series models from just two base dies, improving yields, reducing costs, and broadening its product lineup without creating new silicon designs.
MSI's Shadow 2X OC Plus dual-fan RTX 5060 Ti 16GB graphics card is the cheapest RTX 5060 Ti 16GB GPU available, thanks to this Newegg deal.
The Razer Blade 18 is an elite gaming laptop that offers top-notch performance and a unique dual-mode display, provided you’ve got the cash to pay for it.
https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/gaming-laptops/razer-blade-18-review
Yesterday what appears to be a Nova Lake-S entry tagged as a pre-qualification sample with a surprising 28-core configuration was posted via a shipping manifest
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-nova-leak-28-core-cpu
DJI's busy engineering team is at it again with the creation of the company's third wireless mic system in less than two years. The new flagship
Early this summer, my wife and I had an inconvenient realization: we may need to be in two places at once. An urgent doctor appointment could conflict with YMCA day camp pickup, or our kids would get invited to two birthday parties on the same morning at godforsaken activity centers in separate towns. There was no doubt we needed another car. A big ticket purchase seemed unjustifiable when we don't know what eggs will cost next month — and my search for an aftermarket Prius within my budget w
The Labor Day and back-to-school season isn't only a good time to save on things like a new laptop. Case in point: Sonos' latest sale. Whether you want to upgrade the sound in your dorm room or home office, you can save up to 25 percent on Sonos speakers and other gear right now. Included in the sale is the
Typepad, a blogging service that launched in the same year as WordPress, has announced that it's shutting down on September 30. "We have made the difficult decision to discontinue Typepad," its team said in a post. Several major publications used it as a backend for their websites in its ear
Whether you need a new MacBook for the upcoming semester or you've just been itching to upgrade from an older machine, now's a good time to buy. Amazon has a sale on the latest
Article URL: https://claude-checkpoints.com/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45050090
Points: 43
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As Google will allow only apps from verified developers to be installed on Android (previous discussion): https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45017028
A developer started a petition to stop Google from limiting app installation on Android devices unless developers provide personal identity documents.
Even though Google has not revoked similar controversial policies in the past, we do our best as much as we can. This change particularly threatens the freedom to build, share, and use soft
Article URL: https://chizkidd.github.io//2025/05/30/machine-learning-key-math-eqns/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45050931
Points: 114
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https://chizkidd.github.io//2025/05/30/machine-learning-key-math-eqns/
Article URL: https://jaketae.github.io/study/gan-math/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45050958
Points: 66
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Article URL: https://blog.jeffschomay.com/rendering-a-game-in-real-time-with-ai
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051188
Points: 26
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https://blog.jeffschomay.com/rendering-a-game-in-real-time-with-ai
Article URL: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/prosper-ai/29684590-4cec-4af2-bb69-eb5c6d595fb8
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051096
Points: 0
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https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/prosper-ai/29684590-4cec-4af2-bb69-eb5c6d595fb8
Article URL: https://verdagon.dev/blog/group-borrowing
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051345
Points: 13
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Article URL: https://ntietz.com/blog/that-boolean-should-probably-be-something-else/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051361
Points: 4
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https://ntietz.com/blog/that-boolean-should-probably-be-something-else/
Article URL: https://github.com/b0nes164/GPUPrefixSums
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051542
Points: 3
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Article URL: https://kennethreitz.org/essays/2025-08-27-the_cost_of_transparency
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45051584
Points: 8
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https://kennethreitz.org/essays/2025-08-27-the_cost_of_transparency
An executive order unveiled by the White House in late July aims to “unleash” the U.S. drone industry. The initiative includes billions in federal investments to accelerate the deployment of unmanned systems across defense, homeland security, and critical infrastructure. As the order makes clear, drones and other
“Our goal is really to get out all the cancer,” says Dr. Arvind Bakhru. In the operating room, the gynecologic oncologist relies on sight and feel to help identify the cancerous lesions he’ll remove. But at the Arizona Center for Cancer Care Gynecologic Oncology, where Bakhru practices, there has been another tool at his disposal for the past year.
Flicking on an infrared light at the end of his laparoscope—the thin surgical tube that helps surgeons see inside the body during minim
The WordPress trademark applications for "Managed WordPress" and "Hosted WordPress" were denied by the USPTO in a Final Office Action.
The post WordPress Trademark Applications Rejected By USPTO appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/wordpress-trademark-applications-rejected-by-uspto/554
When technical debt blocks SEO progress, use this prioritization matrix and collaboration tactics to move critical fixes forward.
The post Ask An SEO: How Do You Prioritize Technical SEO Fixes With Limited Dev Support? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
If you're out enjoying the cool fall air, you might want to consider some extra protection for your eyes. These simple habits will help you keep your eyes healthy. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/7-easy-habits-to-care-for-your-eye-health-this-fall/#ftag=CADf328eec
Proper regulation of AI use in academic settings is urgently needed to preserve human learning. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/machines-cant-think-for-you-and-how-learning-is-changing-in-the-age-of-ai/#ftag=CADf328eec
Data breaches can expose your sensitive personal data. Here's how to protect your Social Security number without spending a dime. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/dont-let-thieves-steal-your-social-security-number-heres-how-to-lock-it-down/#ftag=CADf328eec
Tired of the strain on your eyes? A pair of blue-light glasses might be just the thing you need. Here’s everything you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/do-blue-light-glasses-work/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: I've been trying to use my iPhone like a gaming handheld, but I keep hitting the same obstacles. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-gaming-is-challenging-heres-what-the-iphone-17-needs-to-make-it-easier/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple recommends everyone download the update to protect against a zero-day vulnerability. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/stop-what-youre-doing-and-download-ios-18-6-2-for-this-important-security-patch/#ftag=CADf328eec
This potato hack slaps harder than your favorite fries. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/my-friends-asked-if-i-ordered-out-nope-its-just-this-12-minute-potato-hack/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's fine to look ahead to the iPhone 17 and iOS 26, but they're not here just yet. Here's how to refresh the phone that's already in your hand. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/changing-these-10-essential-ios-18-settings-will-give-new-life-to-your-current-iphone/#ftag=CADf328eec
Even the best air fryers can't save these nine culinary catastrophes. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/air-fryers-can-do-almost-anything-except-handle-these-9-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec
Commentary: After releasing a slimmer iPhone, Apple could carry that thin design to its long-rumored foldable. It may be the innovation leap it so desperately needs. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apples-iphone-17-air-might-give-us-hints-about-its-rumored-foldable/#ftag=CADf328eec
Salesforce is worried that AI agents don’t meet high standards once they’re deployed – but it has the answer.
Nintendo Switch 2's second month on sale has been a rousing success, outpacing the original console by 75% in the US.
Once again, South Park season 27 episode 4 hasn't aired this week, but we finally have answers for the ongoing delays.
ReMarkable's e-paper tablets always impress, and there's another one on the way.
Final Fantasy 14's director, Naoki Yoshida, has issued a warning about the continued use of mods that may "infringe" on other players and also lead to legal troubles.
Microsoft’s new backup tool keeps a copy of your Windows settings and installed apps – not your data.
Microsoft Cloud Gaming is coming to more Xbox Game Pass tiers at no extra cost.
By offering employees the chance to voluntarily exit, Avaya won’t have to lay off any workers.
Prepare to jack in and join the cyberpunk gang of William Gibson's dystopian masterpiece.
https://www.techradar.com/streaming/apple-tv-plus/neuromancer
Sony has finally unveiled the prices and pre-order dates for its brand new Ghost of Yōtei PlayStation 5 hardware bundles.
Some Nothing Phone 3 demo units used stock photos instead of real camera samples, but the company says there was "no ill intent."
WhatsApp is rolling out an artificial intelligence writing helper that can check and rephrase your texts.
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A new Storm is brewing in the cloud, but you might only find out about it via Microsoft Teams.
With George gone and Gladys married and pregnant, Bertha's left in the dust in The Gilded Age season 4. But there's two more rivalries we haven't even thought of.
Microsoft’s vision for Windows in 2030 includes a “voice-first” interaction mode that shifts away from the traditional keyboard and mouse, making them feel “alien.” Under the hood, that means handing over control to “AI agents” who perform and han
Back in 2019, an indie game launched with a simple tagline: “It’s a lovely morning in the village and you are a horrible goose.” And Untitled Goose Game tells no lies. This one sentence describes its premise accurately. I tell everyone to play it.
Nvidia posts a record-breaking Q2 FY2026 with $46.7 billion in revenue driven by record sales of AI GPUs and forecasts even stronger Q3 results despite ongoing uncertainities with H20 exports to China.
The Cougar Polar X2 1200W Platinum is a premium, fully modular power supply unit that delivers exceptional performance with industrial-grade components and sophisticated thermal management in an elegant white chassis.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/power-supplies/cougar-polar-x2-1200w-platinum-psu-review
Nvidia has taped out its Rubin GPUs, Vera CPUs, and companion chips and send them out to production at TSMC, remaining on track to introduce its next-generation NVL144 platform for AI data centers in 2026.
An accident report has revealed that a U.S. Air Force pilot spent 50 minutes on a conference call with Lockheed Martin engineers ahead of his plane plummeting to the ground and exploding in a fireball.
Nvidia has revealed a surprising partnership with an agricultural robotics company whose flagship product deals instant laser death to fields full of weeds.
Creality is set to become a publicly listed company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, making it the first manufacturer of consumer-grade 3D printers to make the leap into the big time.
Article URL: https://opensourcesecurity.io/2025/08-oss-one-person/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45047460
Points: 53
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Article URL: https://status.openrouter.ai
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45050428
Points: 21
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We spoke with experts to determine the best healthy foods for cooking in your air fryer. They're also quick and easy to prep. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/the-5-healthiest-air-fryer-foods-hand-picked-by-registered-dietitians/#ftag=CADf328eec
Hearing loss caused by unsafe listening practices can be prevented with these simple changes. https://www.cnet.com/health/wearing-headphones-right-now-follow-tips-prevent-hearing-loss/#ftag=CADf328eec
Google's AI chatbot has a new feature that can learn from your past conversations to inform your future ones. You don't have to use it. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/dont-want-gemini-to-learn-about-you-how-to-turn-that-new-feature-off/#ftag=CADf328eec
Exploring the toll ransomware takes on teams and the hidden human cost of cyberattacks.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/when-ransomware-hits-home-putting-your-people-first
The threat of conflict highlights how digital systems are not immune to geopolitical pressure
Economic climate and political landscape make the UK an attractive place for tech investments.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/tech-firms-see-uk-as-most-attractive-market-to-grow-but-for-how-long
Zero trust promised more. VPNs won anyway.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/business-vpn-should-be-dead-by-now-so-why-is-it-still-thriving
Samsung is holding an event on September 4 and we're almost certain of what we'll see there.
The Digital Services Act seeks to create a safer online environment, said the EU. Yet, according to US officials, it limits free speech and unfairly targets American tech firms.
10 love-lorn singletons bare it all in the name of romance, fame and a £50K prize. Here's how to watch Dating Naked UK season 2 from anywhere.
https://www.techradar.com/how-to-watch/tv-shows/dating-naked-uk-season-2-online
TL;DR: Replace Dropbox with a 1TB Koofr Cloud Storage Lifetime S
Article URL: https://jamesoclaire.com/2025/08/28/uncovering-lesser-known-mobile-adtech-domains/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45048736
Points: 14
# Comments: 8
https://jamesoclaire.com/2025/08/28/uncovering-lesser-known-mobile-adtech-domains/
Component-based design (CBD) is a cornerstone in building scalable, maintainable, and efficient modern websites. It’s a transformative methodology that aligns with Drupal’s modular architecture and positions Drupal theming philosophy amongst the most recent best practices in architecting user interfaces. https://webdesignernews.com/component-based-design-in-drupal/
Rodolpho Henrique guides you through the essential aspects of color in digital design and user experience, from the practical steps of creating effective and scalable color palettes to critical accessibility considerations. https://webdesignernews.com/the-psychology-of-color-in-ux-and-digital-products/
To get videos working just right in Figma Buzz, Product Designer Natasha Tenggoro used Figma Make to prototype complex ideas when words alone fell short. We show three of them here, prompts and all. https://webdesignernews.com/how-figma-make-helped-us-figure-out-video-playback/
These modular blocks of content make it simple to display images, text, buttons, and links in a way that feels intuitive and responsive across all screen sizes. https://webdesignernews.com/how-card-based-layouts-shape-modern-ux/