President Donald Trump’s chaotic first day back in office saw him deliver on some big promises, declaring the federal government will only recognize two genders, scrapping DEI policies, and restoring TikTok to the masses. One campaign pledge, however, quietly slipped under the ra
President Trump has been tapping a number of tech executives for a range of roles in his second administration over the past few months. Now, the first week of Trump’s second term, his cabinet is powering through confirmation hearings and unofficial advisors are assuming their posts.
Here is a running list of big Silicon Valley names expected to take part in the Trump administration, i
During President Donald Trump’s first few hours in power, he revoked Joe Biden’s 2023 executive order on AI. In the absence of congressional action, Biden’s EO served as the first effort by the federal government to address the considerable societal and national security risks presented by AI. Relying on the Defense Production Act, the EO required developers of the largest AI systems to submit safety t
Google updates site reputation abuse policy documentation, adding clearer guidance from FAQs to help ensure compliance.
The post Google Updates Site Reputation Abuse Policy Documentation appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
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This upstate New York town offers several top broadband provider options. Here are CNET's picks for home internet in New Paltz. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-internet-providers-in-new-paltz-ny/#ftag=CADf328eec
No need to be afraid when it comes to living solo. Instead, follow these tips for peace of mind. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/handy-home-security-steps-to-secure-your-home-living-alone/#ftag=CADf328eec
We visited the 3Z factory in Arizona and got a behind-the-scenes look at the secret foam-pouring process for beds. Here's what we found. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/what-your-mattress-is-made-of-impacts-your-sleep-we-got-an-exclusive-look-at-how-mattress-foams-are-made/#ftag=CADf328eec
The Reds need just a draw at Anfield to confirm their place in the last 16. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-liverpool-vs-lille-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Portuguese giants host Hansi Flick's Blaugrana in a crucial UCL clash. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-benfica-vs-barcelona-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Samsung's annual winter event will likely tee up the next generation of the company's Galaxy phone line. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-january-live-blog-2025-21-01/#ftag=CADf328eec
Here's everything to know ahead of tomorrow's event, which will likely focus on the Galaxy S series and AI. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-galaxy-s25-reveal-is-almost-here-what-to-expect-at-samsung-unpacked-and-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec
President Trump calls an end to remote working for US government workers in a big shake-up.
Want a portable Bluetooth speaker that vaguely reminds you of Baby Yoda? Meet the Happy Plugs Joy.
Netflix has unveiled the first few minutes from The Night Agent season 2 just two days before it's released.
Diablo 4 is reportedly coming to Nintendo Switch 2.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/a-diablo-4-port-is-reportedly-in-development-for-nintendo-switch-2
DDR5 overclock using air cooling is seriously impressive, albeit with a slight catch.
Get-up-and-go turntables for DJs and digital music fans alike
Asus Tarius VR leak proves why we should be excited for non-Quest Horizon OS headsets.
Getac ZX10 has two batteries that can be swapped to avoid downtime.
Executive order could give the Department of Government Efficiency official powers.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/trump-issues-executive-order-to-make-doge-official
A statement about backward compatibility reminds us that the Switch is Nintendo's foreseeable future
https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/nintendo/switch-2-nintendo-backwards-compatible-games
Lenovo revealed a new SSD in China that looks like a hand grenade from the move "Operation Hadal." Gadgets that look like weapons or ammunition have a tricky history with airport security, so it's probably best to keep the new Lenovo SSD at home.
GDC survey results provide a look into gaming industry layoffs, generative AI usage, Steam Deck impact, and more.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/gdc-survey-responses-2025
Xbox Game Pass is getting several day one games soon, including Citizen Sleeper 2 and Eternal Strands.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/xbox-game-pass-january-2025-wave-2
We love how thin and light laptops are nowadays, but that usually comes with a big compromise: fewer ports. Find yourself wishing that your laptop had more connectivity? Right now, this 5-in-1 Anker USB-C hub is only $19 on Amazon. That’s 25 percent off!
This versatil
If you’re ready to upgrade your home office setup, then you should know this 27-inch Asus monitor is on sale right now for $199 and it might just be the exact budget-friendly monitor you need.
This Asus monitor delivers great visuals with its 2560x1440p resolution, and at
Nvidia’s GeForce Now is an easy and convenient way to play PC games if you don’t actually have a gaming PC, or you can’t fit a 30-pound desktop into your carry-on luggage. But at the moment you’re going to have a hard time getting into the service if you don’t already have a subscription. Most of the options for GFN are currently sold out due to high demand.
VPN services have many uses and benefits, like making sure you aren’t being overcharged based on your location, protecting your privacy
Hardware leaker HXL spotted an alleged RTX 5090 prototype on the Chinese Chiphell forums.
An AMD engineer seeks guidance on additional GPU support the ROCm community would like to be added to AMD's list of supported ROCm devices.
You can grab the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop at Best Buy and save $500
Fujitsu has just released what it claims to be the world’s lightest Copilot+ PC weighing just 848g.
Validation of Nova Lake is underway as Intel is sending out test chips.
AMD Manager Martijn Boonstra said that the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D chips will perform similarly to the Ryzen 7 9800X3D in gaming.
The UK will release a digital driver’s license later this year, along with a digital wallet issued by the government. This will allow folks to “easily prove their age when buying age restricted items online and in person.” Obviously, it will also prove a person’s right to drive.
This will be one of the first digital documents available via the GOV.UK digital wal
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I am an indie hacker and have been launching my products on Product Hunt. Like many of you here, my experience with PH sucked: Lots of bots. Hard to compete.
There's also been many new launch platforms coming up, but all of them make you compete for upvotes. Ugh.
So I have been working on something different: https://saascurate.com/
It's a community-driven platform where indie hackers and SaaS founders help each other grow their prod
Article URL: https://www.mattkeeter.com/blog/2025-01-20-guided/
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Hi HN!
Super proud to showcase Foqos! I wanted to create a way to physically block apps on my phone, always had a bunch of NFC tags, combined the 2 together over the holiday break and Foqos was born. You can create profiles, write them to NFC tags and track your weekly focus.
Its completely open source and will always be free! There is an affiliate link in the app for nfc tags and donations are completely optional
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This year, the snippets are bigger, more powerful, and leverage progressive enhancement a bit more; to help us step up to the vast UI/UX requirements of 2025. https://webdesignernews.com/css-snippets-every-front-end-developer-should-know-in-2025/
Over the year its closest competitors like Vue and Svelte have introduced APIs that, while not extensive, still make animations a little easier. Whereas React developers have had to rely on third-party libraries like Motion for React, React Spring or others. https://webdesignernews.com/reacts-experimental-animations-api/
These are the most hearted Pens of 2024. Remember that you can heart a Pen up to three times. The number itself is how many people hearted the Pen, but the ranking takes into account heart-levels as well. https://webdesignernews.com/popular-pens-of-2024/
We’re rewarding outstanding members of our developer community: Find out what it takes to be a champion and nominate one today! https://webdesignernews.com/introducing-the-creative-cloud-developer-champion-program/
Email used to be a tool we used on computers to communicate with others. Today, it has evolved into a powerful method of marketing that has spread across multiple platforms https://webdesignernews.com/responsive-email-templates-a-must-in-2025/
But that’s the interesting part. What this whole circus has shown us is that people don’t have a problem with WordPress. The issue is with Mullenweg, the chaos swirling around him, and the fear that it’ll trickle over to everyone’s websites and businesses at some point. https://webdesignernews.com/why-people-still-love-wordpress/
With more apps than ever, features will only get you so far. It’s time to put resonance on the roadmap. https://webdesignernews.com/the-new-competitive-moat-is-emotion/
“Me pouring oil in my belly button every night because I refuse to be bloated in 2025,” a TikTok user posted last month, in a clip with 4.3 million views. Yes, you read that right. The latest health trend doing the rounds on the platform involves putting castor oil in your belly button.
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The CEO of AI music platform Suno has claimed “it’s not really enjoyable to make music now.” As you can imagine, actual musicians have some thoughts.
During a podcast interview with 20VC with Harry Stebbings posted to YouTube earlier this month, Mikey Shulman explained that he and the other founders of Suno, the AI-based generative music platform, sought to make
Zoë Kravitz's directorial debut starring Channing Tatum is worth a watch. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/blink-twice-streaming-now-where-to-watch-the-top-rated-thriller/#ftag=CADf328eec
This Korean skin care trick has everyone slathering Vaseline on their faces for a radiant look. https://www.cnet.com/health/personal-care/try-this-secret-k-beauty-skin-care-hack-for-a-winter-glow/#ftag=CADf328eec
Everything you need to know about the benefits, potential side effects and proper dosage of apple cider vinegar for health. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/abs-of-apple-cider-vinegar/#ftag=CADf328eec
A new administration will shake up more than just the mortgage market. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgage-predictions-whats-next-for-rates-after-trumps-inauguration/#ftag=CADf328eec
Unai Emery's side head to the principality in a key league stage encounter at the Stade Louis II. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/champions-league-soccer-livestream-monaco-vs-aston-villa-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec
Email bombing is similar to the popular IT scam, but with a simple twist.
Experts recorded VPN spikes of up to 1566% within minutes of the block being enforced. Here's why it wasn't enough to bypass the US TikTok ban.
Public cloud is set to increase in popularity, however some are moving to private cloud. Here are the pros and cons of both.
Expect thrills, spills and chills from an epic second season that leaves Peter in "a tight spot"
Don't let your SMB get left behind! Harness AI's power with expert guidance and the right tools for transformative growth.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/ensuring-smbs-dont-get-left-behind-in-the-gen-ai-wave
Garmin has unveiled two new golf watches and a GPS handheld with solar power.
A hacker posted an archive on the dark web, claiming it came from The North Pole Company.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/ecommerce-data-breach-exposes-details-on-half-a-million-users
Sony's Horizon Zero Dawn MMO from publisher NCSoft has reportedly been canceled.
The executive order demanded thorough research before AI was shared with the public.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/trump-revokes-ai-risk-regulation-in-day-one-executive-order
Best Buy drops the 15-inch M3 MacBook Air to just under $1,000
As Microsoft rebrand 365 Office, it feels like a distraction from a wider issue with Windows 11.
https://www.laptopmag.com/software/windows-11-needs-a-rebrand-not-office
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CES 2025 set up an old-fashioned graphics card battle between Nvidia and AMD, even if the latter showed up a little late. We know when the new RTX 50 series GPUs will debut (at the end of January) and we now know when AMD’s Radeon RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT car
Windows 11 laptop users can finally rejoice thanks to Microsoft’s latest improvement: a much better battery status display.
Up until now, you could only see a battery level indicator in the bottom right-hand corner of the Windows 11 taskbar, and that indicator didn’t immediately show you the percentage of your battery’s charge. You had to hover your mouse c
AMD’s X3D series of CPUs with game-boosting cache has quickly become the go-to choice for system builders, and none are more popular than the latest Ryzen 7 9800X3D. And, predictably, it looks like there are already some fakes spreading around — not just fake product list
OLED monitors are all the rage for PC gamers right now. But even if you’re ready to dive in with an upgrade, you don’t want to spend more money than you have to, right? Well, set your sights on this Samsung Odyssey OLED G8, a 34-inch ultrawide that’s going for just under $640 on eBay — that’s almost half off its ori
Masterbuilt has offered backyard grill masters smart options that burn charcoal instead of pellets since 2020. Last year, the company
Accounts Center is a single space allowing users to manage their Facebook, Instagram and (even) Meta Quest log-ins. Today, Meta has announced that WhatsApp is joining the list of supported apps, enabling you to reshare statuses and posts across all of your platforms. In addition, you can use
There are a lot of factors to consider when shopping for wireless earbuds. Some people want the best active noise cancellation (ANC) performance while others are more interested in features that enable all-day wearing. Some folks desire a seamless interaction with their phone and some are searching for the absolute best sound quality. If you fall into that last category, the
I've always been fascinated by thermal printers – there's something magical about seeing text and images materialize on paper in seconds. But I found that working with them programmatically was always a pain. You either had to deal with ancient printer protocols or use clunky vendor-specific SDKs. So I built Printercow (https://printercow.com) – it turns any thermal printer into an HTTP endpoint with just one command.
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Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42779378
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I want to move our local communities off Facebook and onto our own platform. Is there a off-the-shelf solution or any collaborators I can join to move something along?
EDIT: I live in a more rural community (moved from a big city). We have 5-6 small (~50k people) towns, all well connected. Everything happens on Facebook. I would like to move to a different platforms. Plus points for self-hosted, federated.
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Points: 140
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Article URL: https://gist.github.com/hackermondev/45a3cdfa52246f1d1201c1e8cdef6117
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42780816
Points: 191
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https://gist.github.com/hackermondev/45a3cdfa52246f1d1201c1e8cdef6117
Hi HN,
Founder here. We built Pica, an open-source platform in Rust to enable agentic AI with three main focus areas:
- Access to APIs and tools: Universal SDKs that let AI agents use thousands of external actions without blowing up your context window. - Visibility and traceability: Full audit logs of every decision/action to ensure transparency and accountability. - Alignment with human intentions: Seamless guardrails for autonomous tasks; e.g., restricting certain email actions to hum
Article URL: https://lukeplant.me.uk/blog/posts/should-we-use-llms-for-christian-apologetics/
Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42781293
Points: 40
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