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TSMC’s $100 billion U.S. commitment could calm Taiwan tensions

Welcome to AI DecodedFast Company’s weekly newsletter that breaks down the most important news in the world of AI. You can sign up to receive this newsletter every week here.

TSMC’s new $100 billion U.S. chip investment could ease Taiwan tensions

TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufactu

Gig Companies are backing Trump’s Labor Secretary nominee. Here’s what that means for workers

The trade association representing America’s largest gig companies is backing President Trump’s nominees to lead the Department of Labor—an endorsement that could shape the future of worker classification in the gig economy.

Flex, the lobbying group founded in 2022 by names including Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash, said Wednesday it’s in favor of Lori Chavez-DeRemer to lead the department and for Keith Sonderling to serve as deputy secretary. 

“The Department of Labor has

Také měsíční modul Athena úspěšně (doufejme) přistál

Po modulu Blue Ghost firmy Firefly Aerospace přistál úspěšně na povrchu Měsíce i modul Athena firmy Intuitive Machines. Zatímco Blue Ghost přistál v Moři krizí, Athena usedla v blízkosti Jižního pólu. O jejím přesné stavu se dovíme na tiskovce za pár hodin. Jedním z jejich hlavních úkolů je hledání vody v temných kráterech právě na jižním pólu. http://www.osel.cz/13943-take-mesicni-modul-athena-uspesne-pristal.html

1mo | osel.cz
Maybe don’t use custom properties in shorthand properties

This easily qualifies as a "gotcha" in CSS and is a good reminder that the cascade doesn't know everything all at the same time. If a custom property is invalid, the cascade won't ignore it, and it gets evaluated, which invalidates the declaration.


Maybe don’t use custom properties in shorthand properties originally published on

1mo | CSS tricks
I Tried a $349 Headband That Hacks Your Brain for Better Sleep, and It Works.

The Elemind headband uses acoustic stimulation to guide your brain into sleep mode. Here's what happened when I tried it. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/i-tested-a-349-headband-to-sleep-better/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
Intuitive Machines Aims for Moon Landing Today: Watch It Now

Intuitive Machines is aiming for a gentle touchdown of its IM-2 Athena lander packed with rovers, a drone and a NASA moon drill. https://www.cnet.com/science/space/intuitive-machines-aims-for-moon-landing-today-how-to-watch-it-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
New Utah Law Requires App Stores to Verify User Ages

Meta, Snap and X applaud the move to put the onus on app stores rather than on specific websites and platforms. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/new-utah-law-requires-app-stores-to-verify-user-ages/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
 This web hosting platform elevates your online presence

With unmatched performance, bandwidth, and security, WordPress.com offers everything you need for a successful website.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/this-web-hosting-platform-elevates-your-online-presence

 I saw Samsung's foldable gaming handheld concept, and I have some notes

Between screens that crumpled and bulged to trifold smartphones, to a foldable handheld, the Samsung Display booth at MWC was a wonder for the eyes and a nightmare for my brain.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/samsung-folding-gaming-handheld-concept-mwc-2025-

 Is Atomfall on Xbox?

Atomfall is shaping up to be a wild ride, but can Xbox players get their hands on it?

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-atomfall-on-xbox

 AMD's RX 9000 GPUs are selling out everywhere, but I found these in-stock pre-built PCs

Despite more stock than NVIDIA could muster, AMD's RX 9000 GPUs are selling fast. If you don't get a standalone card, I found some great pre-built PCs with RDNA 4.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/cpu-gpu-components/amd-rx-9000-pre-built-pcs

 Long live the Xbox Kinect — how Microsoft's 'failed' tech lives on in the strangest of places

The Xbox Kinect may have been discontinued years ago, but its legacy lives on in unexpected ways. From its use in security surveillance at Walmart and assisting surgeons in the operating room to becoming a tool for ghost hunters.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/long-live-the-xbox-kinect-how-microsofts-failed-tech-lives-on-in-the-strangest-of-place

 The best wireless Xbox controller now comes in white, but the grips may not stay that way

Razer has released a white variant of the Wolverine V3 Pro, one of the best wireless Xbox controllers you can buy. It looks great, but even the grips are white.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/razer-wolverine-v3-pro-white-edition-hands-on

YouTubers are being scammed with AI-generated deepfake videos
1mo | pcworld.com
Graphics card pricing is a lie
1mo | pcworld.com
1Password can now pull up specific passwords based on your location
1mo | pcworld.com
DirecTV’s skinny bundles have a cable news problem
1mo | pcworld.com
AMD’s Ryzen 9950X3D launch date leaked: March 12
1mo | pcworld.com
Thunderbird 136 officially switches to monthly releases, matching Firefox
1mo | pcworld.com
Hurry! This 1440p OLED gaming monitor is just $400 right now
1mo | pcworld.com
 This Raspberry Pi Pico protractor has all of the angles covered!

Yaluke has created a Raspberry Pi Pico-powered protractor that can be used to calculate rotation data for simulating steering wheels when driving.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/this-raspberry-pi-pico-protractor-has-all-of-the-angles-covered

 Ontario cancels Starlink deal over US tariffs — Italy may follow due to US pullback from Europe

Ontario, Canada, is canceling its contract with Starlink due to the tariffs the U.S. placed on Canadian goods, while Italy is having second thoughts about the White House's pullback on its European security commitments.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/ontario-cancels-starlink-deal-over-us-tariffs-italy-may-follow-due-to-us-pullback-from-europe

NASA is shutting down parts of Voyager 1 and 2 to extend their lifespan

Nearly 50 years after they were first launched, Voyager 1 and 2 are still traveling around interstellar space — though they've faced some setbacks over the years. Now, NASA has announced that the twin Voyager spacecraft are losing some of their features in a bid to extend their lifespans in the face of a diminishing power supply. 

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1mo | Engadget
Apple's M3 MacBook Air is up to $300 off right now

We love a good deal on a great laptop around these parts and that's exactly the case with Apple's M3-powered MacBook Air. The 2024 machine is on sale at Amazon with discounts of up to $300. The base model can be yours

1mo | Engadget
Reddit's rule check feature will help users avoid breaking subreddit rules

Reddit has announced several new tools that seem like they were designed to encourage more lurkers to participate in discussions on the website. One of the new tools called Rules Check will make it easy to see if what you're posting potentially goes against a subreddit's rules. Before submitting your post, you can click the wand icon in the lower rig

1mo | Engadget
Apple's M4 Mac mini drops to a new record-low price

Apple’s recently-released M4 Mac mini has dropped to a new record-low price. You can scoop one up for $529 via Amazon,

1mo | Engadget
How to find and cancel your unused subscriptions

If your subscriptions are getting out of control, you’re not alone. I feel it too: I pay for news sites, video streaming, music services, online magazines, my cat’s special food, charities and lots more — and that’s not including the stuff I’m forgetting about. Companies love the subscription model because it’s a reliable revenue stream. On the consumer side, auto-payments are certainly more convenient than sitting down with a checkbook to pay bills each month like a homemaker in the olden ti

1mo | Engadget
Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon

Everything about Sorry We’re Closed sets my little punk heart ablaze, from its low-poly 3D graphics and

1mo | Engadget
Show HN: CodeTracer – A new time-traveling debugger implemented in Nim and Rust

Hey!

We are presenting CodeTracer - a user-friendly time-traveling debugger designed to support a wide range of programming languages:

https://github.com/metacraft-labs/codetracer?tab=readme-ov-f...

CodeTracer records the execution of a program into a sharable self-contained trace file. You can load the produced trace files in a GUI environment that allows you to move forward and backward through

1mo | Hacker news
Launch HN: Cenote (YC W25) – Back Office Automation for Medical Clinics

Hey HN, this is Kofi, Kristy and Ajani, co-founders of Cenote (https://www.joincenote.com/). We provide medical clinics with AI agents to speed up their referral intake.

Before a specialist physician can treat a patient, they must collect data about the patient, determine if the referral meets medical necessity, and see if insurance will cover the procedure. This involves analyzing referral documents, coordinating with primary care providers for mi

1mo | Hacker news
Generative UI: rethinking the design process

Discover how AI-powered generative design is revolutionizing UI creation with text-to-UI, prompt engineering, and automated design systems https://webdesignernews.com/generative-ui-rethinking-the-design-process/

Design Sprint Checklist: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025

If you’re looking for an effective way to solve a business challenge, validate an idea, or design a new feature, a Design Sprint might be the perfect solution. https://webdesignernews.com/design-sprint-checklist-a-step-by-step-guide-for-2025-2/

Our Favorite DevTools Features of 2025

Browser developer tools keep getting better every year, making it easier to build fast, responsive websites. Chrome’s latest DevTools update brings some useful features that improve how you debug and optimize your web apps. https://webdesignernews.com/our-favorite-devtools-features-of-2025-2/

How to Create Super Crispy SVG Icons

Last year I helped two dear friends Jean and Edmée with their startup. One of the projects I worked on was bringing more clarity to the structure of their platform. I proposed a new structure to change their 4 main categories to more closely align with the process students follow when finding a job. https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-create-super-crispy-svg-icons-2/

Must-Have Chrome Extensions for Responsive Web Design Testing

Ensuring your website looks perfect across all devices is a must in 2025. Whether you’re a designer, developer, or tester, Chrome extensions can significantly speed up responsive web testing. In this post, we’ve updated our original list by adding three new must-have extensions, making it a total of 8 powerful tools for responsive design testing. https://webdesignernews.com/must-have-chrome-extensions-for-responsive-web-design-testing/

Using Research And Psychology To Elevate Data Storytelling

Effective data storytelling isn’t a black box. By integrating UX research & psychology, you can craft more impactful and persuasive narratives. Victor Yocco and Angelica Lo Duca outline a five-step framework that provides a roadmap for creating data stories that resonate with audiences on both a cognitive and emotional level. https://webdesignernews.com/using-research-and-psychology-to-elevate-data-storytelling/

The cost of skipping UX research

Let me tell you what I’ve seen work in my many years in this field—and how you can start changing minds too. https://webdesignernews.com/the-cost-of-skipping-ux-research/

5 Deadly Onboarding Mistakes

Timing is everything. Never ask for reciprocity if you haven’t given anything. https://webdesignernews.com/5-deadly-onboarding-mistakes/

Dutch women tech leaders call for stronger support for female founders


In the run-up to every International Women’s Day (IWD), new data is released on gender inequity in tech. Frequently, the findings are disheartening. This week, one report estimated that female founders in Europe secured just 12% of last year’s total VC funding

1mo | The Next Web
Europe moves to cut SpaceX reliance with Ariane 6 launch today


Europe’s space launch industry is set to reopen for business today. Arianespace’s heavy rocket Ariane 6 is scheduled to blast off at 16:24 GMT (17:24 CET) from Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana. Originally scheduled for December, the Ariane 6 mission was de

1mo | The Next Web
I Love Aimee Lou Wood in 'The White Lotus,' and She's Also in This Netflix Top 10 Show

Commentary: Aimee Lou Wood has proved to be a brilliant comic actor in shows like The White Lotus and Sex Education, but you can also catch her in a more serious role in Netflix's new series Toxic Town. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-love-aimee-lou-wood-in-the-white-lotus-and-shes-also-in-this-netflix-top-10-show/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
What Is the Lifeline Program? How It Can Help You Save on Your Monthly Internet Bill

The end of the Affordable Connectivity Program means households have fewer options for affordable internet. Here's how Lifeline can help. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/what-is-lifeline-and-how-do-you-sign-up/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com
What Happens to Your Taxes If the Government Shuts Down

A government shutdown has never happened during tax season but that seems like a real possibility as lawmakers continue to clash over funding terms. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/what-happens-to-your-taxes-if-the-government-shuts-down-soon/#ftag=CADf328eec

1mo | cnet.com