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How people secured their secrets before encyption

Centuries before encrypted texts and secure video conferencing, people relied on physical engineering to keep their written messages sturdy, sealed, and secure against eavesdroppers.

In a new book, researchers Jana Dambrogio and Daniel Starza Smith outline the “letterlocking” techniques used by figures from Queen Elizabeth I to poet Emily Dickinson to protect their paper letters—and the methods Dambrogi

Quantum computing could change science forever—if it works

Artificial intelligence has transformed how companies process data and make decisions—but Silicon Valley’s biggest players are already chasing what could be the next technological breakthrough: quantum computing. Unlike AI, which accelerates existing processes, quantum computing promises to unlock entirely new capabilities, from simulating molecules for drug discovery to solving problems far beyond the reach of today’s fastest supercomputers. The industry is projected to

4 time-saving Microsoft Teams tricks to make you more productive

For some, Microsoft Teams is a necessary evil: the modern day equivalent of an ever-ringing desk phone.

But the fact is that in many organizations, it’s become an essential tool for communication and collaboration. And as long as you’re using it, you might as well transform your Microsoft Teams experience from simply functional to truly powerful.

Here are some quick tricks you should be using to get the most out of Microsoft Teams.

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 Microsoft cuts hundreds of UK jobs even as profits soared

203 UK workers lost their jobs at Microsoft in the year up to June 30 2024, despite 15-16% revenue growth.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-cuts-hundreds-of-uk-jobs-even-as-profits-soared

 The state of AI in 2025: the road ahead

From AI autonomy to sustainability challenges, 2025 is a proving ground for the next wave of innovation.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-state-of-ai-in-2025-the-road-ahead

You waited long enough, so now it’s only $33 to file your taxes
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The Last of Us season two premiere: 'Future Days' highlights the fracture between Ellie and Joel

Spoilers follow for The Last of Us season two, episode one

The heart of all things The Last of Us, whether it’s the games or the first season of the HBO adaptation, is the relationship between Joel and Ellie. It was brought to life in remarkable fashion by Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey in season one

10d | Engadget
Show HN: Nissan's Leaf App Doesn't Have a Home Screen Widget So I Made My Own

Nissan's official mobile app for their LEAF electric car doesn't have a widget for quickly checking the car's battery charge status on your phone's home screen, so for a fun side project I decided to make my own using free tools like GitHub Actions, Appium, Tailscale, and Apple Shortcuts.


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=43677610

Points: 34

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10d | Hacker news
Show HN: Resurrecting Infocom's Unix Z-Machine with Cosmopolitan

I recently brought Infocom's original UNIX z-machine source code back to life on modern systems. The modified source code, instructions on usage, a build of the z-machine, and examples of embedded game executables are available.

There is also a detailed write-up about the state of the original source code, the porting process, and the invaluable role Justine Tunney's Cosmpolitan project played in bringing the Zork trilogy (and more) to Windows/Mac/Linux/bsd for arm/x86 machines over the co

10d | Hacker news
Show HN: I made a free tool that analyzes SEC filings and posts detailed reports

(* within a few minutes of SEC filing)

Currently does it for 1000+ US companies and specifically earnings related filings. By US companies, I mean the ones that are obliged to file SEC filings.

This was the result of almost a year long effort and hundreds of prototypes :)

It currently auto-publishes for 1000 ish US companies by market cap, relies on 8-K filing as a trigger.

e.g. https://www.signalbloom.ai/news/NVDA wi

10d | Hacker news
Distribuce ArcoLinux končí, UBports testuje ve svém systému VoLTE

Komunita ArcoLinux oznámila, že ukončí vývoj své distribuce a souvisejících projektů. Tým UBports implementoval VoLTE do svého operačního systému. Instalační program openSUSE s názvem Agama představil různá vylepšení. https://www.root.cz/clanky/distribuce-arcolinux-konci-ubports-testuje-ve-svem-systemu-volte/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

10d | root.cz
Postřehy z bezpečnosti: WhatsApp spustí malware maskovaný jako obrázek

V dnešním díle se podíváme na novou slabinu v desktopové aplikaci WhatsApp, na nový nástroj spammerů AkiraBot, závažnou zranitelnost v pluginu OttoKit a kritickou zranitelnost v zařízeních FortiSwitch. https://www.root.cz/clanky/postrehy-z-bezpecnosti-whatsapp-spusti-malware-maskovany-jako-obrazek/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

10d | root.cz
Bungie shares first looks at gameplay from its new shooter, Marathon, alongside a release date

Bungie finally took the wraps off its upcoming team-based extraction shooter, Marathon, sharing a look at ">gameplay and a ">cinematic short during its showcase this weekend. We also now know the rele

10d | Engadget
iPad software will reportedly get more Mac-like with the iPadOS 19 redesign

Apple is said to be readying some big improvements for iPadOS that could bring it more in line with macOS. According to Mark Gurman in the Power On newsletter, Apple’s iPadOS 19 will “focus on productivity,

10d | Engadget
An iPad Instagram App Might Actually Be Happening

The social media platform has long focused on its smartphone app, which looks clunky on tablets. That may be about to change. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/an-ipad-instagram-app-might-actually-be-happening/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
An Insider's Guide to Epic Universe, the New Universal Theme Park Opening Next Month

We run through everything you'll find at Universal Orlando's Epic Universe, from Mario Kart rides to the Ministry of Magic, Frankenstein's castle and cute dragon animatronics. https://www.cnet.com/tech/an-insiders-guide-to-epic-universe-the-new-universal-theme-park-opening-next-month/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
 Leaked RTX 5060 Ti 16GB benchmarks show a 20% uplift over the 4060 Ti 16GB

Benchmarks of the RTX 5060 Ti 16GB in 3DMark, likely sourced from a reviewer, suggest a 20% performance increase, on average, versus the 4060 Ti 16GB.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/leaked-rtx-5060-ti-16gb-benchmarks-show-a-20-percent-uplift-over-the-4060-ti-16gb

Apple is reportedly working on two new versions of the Vision Pro

Apple hasn’t abandoned its previously rumored plans to release a less expensive Vision Pro, according to Bloomberg. Mark Gurman reports in the Power On newsletter this weekend that the company has t

11d | Engadget
Zařídí vytouženou jednotnou teorii pole pro fyziky geometrie?

Jednotná teorie pole by měla sjednotit známé fyzikální interakce a smířit obecnou relativitu s kvantovou mechanikou. Kde ji ale vzít? Jussi Lindgren s kolegy nabízí jako cestu k řešení geometrickou teorii elektromagnetismu, jejíž optikou je například elektrický náboj lokálním stlačením časoprostoru. http://www.osel.cz/13993-zaridi-vytouzenou-jednotnou-teorii-pole-pro-fyziky-gravitace.html

11d | osel.cz
Struggling With Your Wi-Fi? Technicians Reveal the 5 Worst Errors

Here are the most common (and avoidable) mistakes people make when placing their Wi-Fi routers. Don't worry -- all have an easy fix. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/technicians-reveal-5-worst-spots-to-put-your-wi-fi-router/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com
A Robot Horse for Riding Offroad video

Kawasaki Heavy Industries unveiled a four-legged robot horse concept called Corleo that's designed for offroad use. https://www.cnet.com/videos/a-robot-horse-for-riding-offroad/#ftag=CADf328eec

11d | cnet.com