Article URL: https://kevinmunger.substack.com/p/the-tragedy-of-stafford-beer
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Hey HN,
I am a student shipping apps in my free time. This is my 4th for the year!
Non-fic books and podcasts have been part of my life for years now but I always struggled with remembering what I’ve read or listened to. I wanted it to stick even after years.
My notes list grew large but I never really revisited them. That’s why I created GinkgoNotes.
You can enter notes you want to recall and leave it to the app to create a personalised (based on spaced repetition) email schedule. T
Hi HN! I’m thrilled to introduce Eyed Out, a privacy-centric browser I developed to help users take control of their online experience. Eyed Out blocks trackers and ads, offers web agent spoofing, and includes handy features like password generation and temporary emails.
I built this as a one-man project, and I’m interested into hearing your feedbacks. If you value your privacy while browsing, I invite you to check it out and let me know what you think!
Article URL: https://deepmind.google/discover/blog/genie-2-a-large-scale-foundation-world-model/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42317903
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VEKOS(Verified Experimental Kernel OS) is a Rust-based experimental kernel that focuses on runtime verification and security. Every filesystem operation and memory allocation generates cryptographic proofs that can be verified in real-time, ensuring system integrity. Think of it like a blockchain for OS operations rather than just storage verification.
Key features: - Merkle tree-backed filesystem with operation verification - Memory manager with CoW and proof generation - Buddy allocator
Hi HN! I’m Sandy, and I’m excited to introduce Parsagon. Parsagon is using AI to automate workflows for government affairs professionals, starting with an AI search for public policy. Here's a demo: https://parsagon.io/explore-search
Current search portals for political monitoring are outdated. (By political monitoring, we mean people/orgs monitoring government announcements, policy updates, etc.; not the government monitoring people.) Each
We just launched Outerbase Studio, the open-source version of our core database offering. It works in your browser or as a desktop app and supports MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite.
What it does:
• Connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite databases. • Spin up local databases directly through the UI, even if you don’t have one running. • Manage and query your data in a lightweight, intuitive interface. • Completely open source.
Why we built it: We wanted to share the core Outerbase exper
Are you location sharing official? Whether it’s for practical reasons, like checking if your partner can swing past your favorite takeaway on the way home, or seeing if they have got home safely from a night out, location sharing is quickly becoming the digital equivalent of leaving a toothbrush at their place.
Google clarifies robots.txt best practices and explains when to use robots.txt directives and noindex tags for SEO.
The post Google On Robots.txt: When To Use Noindex vs. Disallow appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-on-robots-txt-when-to-use-noindex-vs-disallow/534427/
Striking the right balance can be tough. We don’t want cool mama bear's porridge or hot papa's bear porridge, but something right in the middle, like baby bear’s porridge.
The Law of Diminishing Returns originally published on CSS-Tricks, which is part of the
Put this handy Bluetooth tracker in your wallet, passport or just about anywhere else so you can more easily find your stuff later. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-eufy-smarttrack-card-supports-apple-find-my-so-youll-never-lose-your-stuff-again/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Galaxy Watch 4 smartwatch may not be the newest, but it's still a well-rounded and affordable option that makes for a great gift. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-smartwatch-makes-a-great-gift-that-wont-break-the-bank/#ftag=CADf328eec
Tablets don't get much cheaper than this $75 Amazon Fire HD 10, but you'll need to act fast. https://www.cnet.com/deals/amazon-fire-hd-10-tablet-is-its-best-ever-price-of-75-with-this-late-cyber-monday-deal/#ftag=CADf328eec
Garmin's Instinct 2 smartwatch is built with the great outdoors in mind and you can put one on your wrist and save up to $150 today. https://www.cnet.com/deals/forget-cyber-monday-save-over-100-off-this-garmin-instinct-2-smartwatch-today/#ftag=CADf328eec
The device is expected to be part of Apple's repositioning as a leader in the smart home space. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/apples-rumored-homepod-with-display-may-face-another-delay/#ftag=CADf328eec
Shokz are my all-time favorite headphones for outdoor use, and you can get them on Amazon for over 20% off even after Cyber Monday. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-outdoor-wireless-headphones-are-still-discounted-after-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Xreal's CEO says these new glasses are the start of something bigger. After wearing them, I agree. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/i-wore-xreal-one-smart-glasses-are-entering-the-vision-pro-zone/#ftag=CADf328eec
An exclusive chat with Xreal's CEO on the present and future, and a look at Xreal's new One and One Pro glasses. https://www.cnet.com/videos/our-smart-glasses-future-according-to-xreal/#ftag=CADf328eec
Making unrealistic New Year's resolutions can be detrimental to your mental health. Here's how to do it right for a calmer 2025. https://www.cnet.com/health/mental/try-these-new-years-resolutions-if-you-have-anxiety/#ftag=CADf328eec
This method is the latest sleep hack trending on TikTok. Here's how it works and what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/say-goodbye-to-your-night-time-anxiety-with-this-sleep-hack/#ftag=CADf328eec
This Powrun P-One battery pack can revive my car battery without all the trouble of traditional jumper cables. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-car-battery-jump-starter-is-still-40-off-after-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Crunchyroll's simulcast calendar is my favorite feature of the streaming service. https://www.cnet.com/deals/know-someone-who-loves-anime-this-is-the-streaming-service-to-gift-them/#ftag=CADf328eec
This simple strategy can improve your rest and keep you or your partner from moving to the couch. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/scandinavian-sleep-method-may-save-your-relationship-from-sleep-divorce/#ftag=CADf328eec
The BioLite Alpenglow Mini lantern is perfect for taking camping, putting in emergency bags or using during power outages. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-mini-lantern-is-great-for-camping-and-is-still-25-off-after-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
China has warned organizations against the use of US chips, as well as banning mineral exports used in US military applications.
Still hoping Microsoft might relent on Windows 11’s steeper spec requirements? Forget that idea...
The company doesn't know when it will be fully operational again.
New 10-minute Batman fan film is entirely made with AI.
Investment in AI infrastructure will require protection from cybersecurity threats.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-race-to-build-data-centers-is-on-heres-how-we-keep-them-secure
Three steps to develop effective governance and culture to lead to success with AI.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/three-steps-to-take-with-governance-and-culture-to-catalyze-ai-success
No threat actors have so far assumed responsibility for the attack on Stoli.
Here's when to expect the Black Ops 6 CODMAS update, which will add new limited-time modes, maps, and skins, as part of this year's Call of Duty Christmas event.
Criminals abused Cloudflare's good name in recent phishing attacks.
Intel reveals XeSS 2 alongside new Battlemage GPUs – packs frame generation and low latency tech to supercharge games.
The Day of the Jackal has beaten a mammoth milestone on Sky, but the same can't be said for Peacock.
We're expecting the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra to be sold in seven shades, and we have a good idea of what they'll be.
https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-colors
As Windows 10's imminent death approaches, Microsoft says the TPM 2.0 system requirement for upgrading to Windows 11 is now non-negotiable.
Path of Exile 2 has been eagerly anticipated, so when it arrives, will you be able to play on Xbox?
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-path-of-exile-2-on-xbox
Path of Exile 2 is launching very soon and lots of people want to know what the status is regarding Xbox Game Pass. Here are your answers.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/is-path-of-exile-2-on-xbox-game-pass
Upgrading to 4K doesn’t have to cost a fortune anymore. Right now, you can score this 27-inch 4K monitor by Dell for just $199 on Amazon, which is slashed 34 percent off its usual $300 price.
The Dell S2721QS features a gorgeous 3840×2160 IPS display with a sup
The TPM hardware requirement for Windows 11 was one of the biggest barriers to initial upgraders three years ago. And while that’s become less of an issue, it’s still a point of contention for many users. If you were hoping for a reprieve as
Would a mini PC qualify as a stocking stuffer? Well, it depends on the size of the stocking, I guess. But if yours is big enough, here’s an amazing one to throw in there: GMKtec’s M3 mini PC is just $350 now on Amazon. That’s $100 off with the on-page digital coupon.
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Back in 2017, Samsung released the first showing of DeX (short for “desktop experience”) that allowed high-end Samsung Galaxy phones to plug into a special dock and be used like a desktop PC. In 2019, the dock was eliminated, and in 2020, wireless DeX came out — on Windows, Samsung DeX could be accessed via the DeX app.
But starting with One UI 7, the DeX a
Logitech’s MX series of mice is probably the best regarded line outside of the gaming space, and the family might be a little bigger than you think. In addition to the flagship MX Master and travel-friendly MX Anywhere, the MX Vertical is a favorite for its ergonomic design.
And right now, Amazon has a rare sale on this specialized mouse,
Intel has made a lot of news very quickly this week, some of it bad, some of it good. But if you’ve been watching the company’s gaming aspir
After months of dropping hints about a password-sharing crackdown, Max will begin “messaging” suspected streaming freeloaders starting next week.
“We will kick off literally in about a week,” Warner Bros. Discovery streaming exec JB Perrette said during a Wells Fargo tech and media conference on Tuesday,
Did you know that Microsoft Edge, the built-in web browser on Windows PCs, can read text out loud to you? It works for text on web pages, PDF and Word documents, and more — an incredibly useful feature, particularly for users who have impaired vision.
Here’s how it works: In Edge, navigate to the web page with the content you want to listen to. Highlight a
Xreal’s pricey One Series aims to offer a more immersive (and customizable) AR experience for consumers.
My hand is cramping. It’s not carpal tunnel or some other dubious reason that’s causing the pain. It’s an analog ache that is oddly satisfying in a nostalgic way. In the last few days, I’ve held a pen and written more words for a much longer time than I have ever done in years. As I pushed myself to handwrite large parts of this review to spend more time with
RPG fans who love Hironobu Sakaguchi's work may be familiar with Fantasian, a 2021 Apple Arcade exclusive. Now, Fantasian is coming to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and PC on Dece
I don't know about you but I plan to spend the next three months tucked away watching movies, reading books and playing games under a warm blanket. Black Friday and Cyber Monday might have come and gone, but there are still plenty of worthwhile deals out there that I will be perusing in pursuit of my gaming goals.
If you have the same idea then let me point you toward a great sale currently on: The
Washington, DC’s Attorney General Brian Schwalb is suing Amazon for allegedly excluding certain ZIP codes from enjoying Amazon Prime’s speedy delivery. Schwalb claims that, beginning in 2022, Amazon stopped using its in-house delivery systems for Wards 7 and 8 while still charging those customers the same amount for a Prime subscription. According to Census Reporter, Ward 7 a
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Article URL: https://newcriterion.com/article/the-ambiguous-witness-of-dietrich-bonhoeffer/
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Article URL: https://moreisdifferent.blog/p/a-pro-science-pro-progress-techno
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Article URL: https://jpcamara.com/2024/12/01/speeding-up-ruby.html
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Article URL: https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/04/us/brian-thompson-united-healthcare-death/index.html
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42317968
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https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/04/us/brian-thompson-united-healthcare-death/index.html
For many Americans, pharmaceutical drugs are too expensive—and thanks to a system of complex and tedious bureaucracy, any effort for meaningful reform has been futile. Cost Plus Drugs wants to change that. With the help of co-founder Mark Cuban, CEO Alex Oshmyansky is radically re-engineering the pharma marketplace and dramatically cutting the price for many prescription drugs. Oshmyansky shares why Big Pharma might not be the true adversary, how Y Combinator got his company off the ground,
Federal authorities on Tuesday urged telecommunication companies to boost network security following a sprawling Chinese hacking campaign that gave officials in Beijing access to private texts and phone conversations of an unknown number of Amer
It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history—one that experts say could accomplish something that parents, schools, and other governments have attempted with varying degrees of success: keeping kids off social media until they turn 16.
U pohřbených barbarských válečníků v zemích za hranicemi Římské říše, se často nacházejí nenápadné lžičky, u nichž není jasné, k čemu mohly sloužit. Polští badatelé jsou přesvědčeni, že je bojovníci používali ke šňupání psychoaktivních látek před bitvou a klidně i jindy. Jak se zdá, evropští barbaři neholdovali jen alkoholu. http://www.osel.cz/13807-barbarsti-valecnici-za-vlady-rima-bezne-valcili-na-psychotropnich-latkach.html
A few suggestions for solving the "version solving failed" error when updating your Flutter dependencies. https://codewithandrea.com/tips/fixing-version-solving-failed-errors/
Time is running to get deals on Nintendo Switch games and controllers. Grab them before they're gone. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-nintendo-switch-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Cyber Monday is over, but there's still time to snag some discounts across tech, fitness, home appliances and more at Walmart. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-walmart-cyber-monday-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Cyber Monday is over, but there's still a tiny window to save hundreds on our favorite robot vacuums. Act now, thank us later. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-robot-vacuum-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
We're well past Cyber Monday, but these tablets from Apple, Samsung and OnePlus still boast massive discounts. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-tablet-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
Set up your home security to work even when your Wi-Fi goes down. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/can-you-use-a-home-security-system-without-wi-fi/#ftag=CADf328eec
A little bit of customization could go a long way in making your Apple Watch more useful. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-watch-settings-you-should-change-for-a-smoother-experience/#ftag=CADf328eec
Using an older or used phone might not be safe. Here's why, and what you can do to protect yourself. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/it-might-not-be-safe-to-use-an-old-or-used-phone-heres-what-you-should-know/#ftag=CADf328eec
Upcoming labor and inflation reports could determine whether homebuyers lock in lower rates before the end of the year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/mortgages-cool-off-for-homeseekers-current-mortgage-interest-rates-on-dec-4-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
This Friday's labor report could determine whether mortgage refinance rates continue falling in December. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/refi-rates-drop-over-the-last-week-mortgage-refinance-rates-for-dec-4-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
There are still some Cyber Monday Amazon deals that are offering the last chance to save big this holiday season. https://www.cnet.com/deals/best-cyber-monday-amazon-deals-2024-12-04/#ftag=CADf328eec
The TK-02 is compact, wildly capable and down to the lowest price ever for Cyber Week. https://www.cnet.com/deals/the-best-automatic-coffee-machine-ive-tested-is-600-cheaper-for-cyber-week/#ftag=CADf328eec
Mortgage rates could be in for a bumpy ride this month. It all depends on economic data and the next Fed meeting. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-rate-predictions-for-week-of-dec-2-8-2024/#ftag=CADf328eec
Looking to elevate your skincare routine? Here's our selection of the most dazzling masks of the year that'll leave your skin glowing. https://www.cnet.com/health/best-led-face-masks/#ftag=CADf328eec
After the ups and downs of 2024, experts still feel the future is bright for residential solar. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/it-was-a-rocky-year-for-the-solar-industry-what-comes-next-is-uncertain/#ftag=CADf328eec
Smart, compact and comfortable, there's a lot I love about the Logitech MX Keys Mini. https://www.cnet.com/deals/im-very-particular-with-my-keyboards-and-this-one-is-my-all-time-favorite/#ftag=CADf328eec
Personalization is key to Spotify's Wrapped 2024 which also includes podcasts and artists' thank you messages. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/spotify-wrapped-2024-adds-personalized-ai-podcast-about-your-music/#ftag=CADf328eec
This small but mighty multitool punches way above its weight, and it's 20% off today, keeping its Cyber Monday sale price. https://www.cnet.com/deals/my-favorite-multitool-is-in-all-my-go-bags-and-its-still-on-sale-after-cyber-monday/#ftag=CADf328eec
Everything new in the Garmin December update.
Max will start sending reminders about its password sharing crackdown next week.
European authorities have disrupted and deciphered a chat service used by criminals.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/police-crack-encrypted-chat-service-matrix-used-by-criminals
The VPN provider promises that the unique IP cannot be traced back to you thanks to an innovative zero-trust approach. Here's all you need to know.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/vpn/expressvpn-launches-new-one-of-a-kind-dedicated-ip-service
These Nintendo Switch 2 accessories might be on sale now, but you shouldn't trust them.
Is your Spotify Wrapped 2024 stubbornly refusing to show up? Here's a few potential fixes.
Oh great, Microsoft gets even more heavy-handed trying to force people to get new PCs for Windows 11
NASA projects like IRIS, HMI and AIA have been affected by a burst pipe, taking a key data center offline.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/one-of-nasas-top-data-centers-taken-offline-by-flood
Spotify Wrapped 2024 has landed, so you can see everything you've been listening to for the past 12 months.
https://www.techradar.com/audio/audio-streaming/spotify-wrapped-2024-how-to-find-it
Spotify Wrapped 2024 has finally landed –here's our guide to using the recap's new features, plus all of our latest reactions.
https://www.techradar.com/news/live/spotify-wrapped-2024-live