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Article URL: https://medium.com/@maxamel2002/2024-world-chess-championship-analysis-empirical-synthesized-approach-98dd79920d2b

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42449102

Points: 12

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Article URL: https://palant.info/2024/10/01/lies-damned-lies-and-impact-hero-refoorest-allcolibri/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42449363

Points: 13

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If you’re still working on your holiday shopping—or looking for a treat for yourself—you might consider using artificial intelligence tools to help you find the perfect purchase.

Retailers, search engines, and other tech companies have developed AI tools that can help you find items you might not have considered, see how clothing or household items might look, and find more information on products you’re considering. It’s becoming an increasingly prevalent practic

Late Friday night, Elon Musk’s xAI opened up Grok-2 access to the masses. The model isn’t all that different from the original Grok, though the company claims it runs faster and has improved accuracy. And yet, X users have spent the weekend dunking on it. 

Since its launch, users have gotten Grok-2 to generate countless faulty, hypocritical, or otherwise polarizing statements. That’s certainly not new for an AI chatbot; not so long ago

On average, a clinician spends two hours outside of office time writing patient notes. Healthcare startup Suki wants to give that time back to doctors via its AI platform that works as an assistant, helping generate notes and select billing codes.

Suki has generated a lot of interest among investors and companies who want to partner with the startup, and raised $70 million in Oct

Robotický policista nemusí vypadat jako člověk. Podle Logon Technology má pro tohle zaměstnání slušný potenciál robotická koule. Obojživelný Rotunbot by dohonil i nejlepší sprintery planety, a pak by je mohl zneškodnit, s využitím slzného plynu, kouřových granátů nebo třeba sítě, kterou robotická koule vrhá na krátkou vzdálenost, aby polapila zločince. http://www.osel.cz/13827-cinsky-rotunbot-je-dystopicka-obojzivelna-a-vyzbrojena-policejni-koule.html

A burning smell can be a sign of mechanical failure – so turn your vacuum off immediately, then read this for the next steps.

https://www.techradar.com/home/vacuums/what-to-do-if-your-vacuum-cleaner-smells-like-burning

After a pause, we’re excited to relaunch the publication of case studies in the Symfony community. Whether you’ve tackled challenging upgrades, solved complex technical issues, or transformed your team’s workflows, we want to hear from you! Share your experience… https://symfony.com/blog/case-study-upply-the-php-advantage-how-we-resisted-the-switch-to-scala-rust-or-go?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

If you’ve ever tried recording audio on your phone and found it sounding muffled or full of background noise, you’re not alone. Built-in microphones are fine for quick calls, but when it comes to creating content, recording music or capturing crystal-clear audio for a podcast, you need a mobile microphone that’s up to the task. Luckily, there are plenty of options out there that can instantly upgrade your sound quality without breaking the bank.

The beauty of mobile microphones is thei

Article URL: https://github.com/brenocq/implot3d

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42448913

Points: 20

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Article URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.11768

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42448193

Points: 14

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According to the 2024 Global Startup Ecosystem Report by Startup Genome, the Netherlands ecosystem is now ranked number 13 in the world — placing it ahead of both Paris and Berlin. In 2023, Dutch startups raised $2

It’s been a great year for the Dutch startup ecosystem.  Venture capitalists have, so far, invested $3.5bn into Netherlands-based early-stage companies, according to Dealroom data. That makes 2024 Dutch tech’s second-best funding year ever, surpassed only by 20

Discover the top hosting trends for 2025 and how they can transform your agency’s services. Learn to deliver scalable, secure, and future-ready solutions for clients!

The post 10 Hosting Trends Agencies Should Watch In 2025 appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/hosting-trends-seo-agency-bluehost-sp

A new marketing report finds consumer attitudes are shifting toward relatability over perfection.

The post Marketing Trend: Consumers Prefer Relatability appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/marketing-trend-consumers-prefer-relatability/535627/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-dec-18/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: http://www.extentofthejam.com/pseudo/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42448184

Points: 13

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http://www.extentofthejam.com/pseudo/

“Me and ChatGPT,” reads one TikTok post with 13.4 million views. The video shows a girl joyfully running throug

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections: Sports Edition No. 86 for Wednesday, Dec. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-dec-18-86/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints and the answer for Wordle No. 1,278 for Dec. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-dec-18-1278/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints — and the answers — for Connections No. 556 for Wednesday, Dec. 18. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-18-556/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are some hints -- and the answers -- for the Dec. 18 Strands puzzle, No. 290. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-dec-18-290/#ftag=CADf328eec

Meta claims it wants to improve public services and address societal challenges.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/meta-seeks-to-collaborate-with-the-u-s-government-in-deploying-llama-ai-technology-across-various-agencies

You can now access Apple's answer to Google Street View on the web. As 9to5Mac reports, Apple has enabled Look Around for the beta version of Apple Maps on the web, letting you literally look arou

a5eq.lv2 is a versatile LV2 plugin featuring a high-performance 5-band equalizer, equipped with a Low Shelf, three Peaking Filters, and a High Shelf.

The goal of a5eq.lv2 is to deliver optimized performance on both AMD64 and ARM64 architectures. By leveraging SIMD instructions, the plugin ensures efficient and reliable operation.

As the author of a5eq.lv2, I welcome feature requests and ideas for improvement.

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Article URL: https://olivernguyen.io/w/namespace.error/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42447762

Points: 25

# Comments: 5

https://olivernguyen.io/w/namespace.error/

Microsoft enhances Bing search with new language models, claiming to reduce costs while delivering faster, more accurate results.

The post Bing Search Updates: Faster, More Precise Results appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/bing-search-updates-faster-more-precise-results/535621/

LG announces 2025 QNED TV lineup, including a model with True Wireless 4K support.

https://www.techradar.com/televisions/lgs-new-wireless-qned-4k-tv-takes-a-page-from-the-lg-oled-tv-playbook

A new hard drive based on the long-promised heat-assisted magnetic recording (HAMR) technology is almost here. Tom’s Hardware reported that a new sales page popped up on the Seagate website announcing a new

Wizards of the Coast is shutting down the online servers for Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance early next year. According to the updated store listings, the game will no longer be available fo

Article URL: https://martinfowler.com/articles/design-token-based-ui-architecture.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42445834

Points: 18

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Article URL: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-magazine/we-built-saturn-v-180964759/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42446889

Points: 31

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https://www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-magazine/we-built-saturn-v-180964759/

Article URL: https://semking.com/google-search-real-user-feedback/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42446995

Points: 5

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https://semking.com/google-search-real-user-feedback/

Article URL: https://github.com/sminez/ad

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42447012

Points: 7

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https://github.com/sminez/ad

Article URL: https://exbody2.github.io/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42447059

Points: 6

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https://exbody2.github.io/

Article URL: https://lodev.org/cgtutor/xortexture.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42447053

Points: 20

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https://lodev.org/cgtutor/xortexture.html

Only a few days remain for those eligible to opt into a settlement concerning pandemic-era unemployment benefits seized by the state. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/this-unemployment-class-action-settlements-deadline-is-dec-20-but-are-you-eligible/#ftag=CADf328eec

The $7,500 credit for new electric vehicles might go away under the new administration, but any change would be up to Congress. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/trump-might-eliminate-the-ev-tax-credit-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new administration might want to limit or roll back tax credits for home energy equipment. Doing so could be complicated. https://www.cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/how-trump-could-change-tax-credits-for-solar-panels-evs-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some meat is OK to cook from frozen while other types should always be thawed. Here's what you need to know. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/too-lazy-to-thaw-heres-what-an-expert-said-about-cooking-frozen-meat/#ftag=CADf328eec

Retro styling and a warm holiday message make this 1977 animated special my cozy Christmas cartoon treat. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/aliens-unpackage-christmas-in-this-canadian-cartoon-cult-classic-streaming-free-on-tubi/#ftag=CADf328eec

Bitdefender's Scamio is a free AI-powered tool designed to help users identify and combat scams online.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/this-new-free-ai-chatbot-from-bitdefender-protects-discord-users-with-ai-technology-to-identify-potential-scams

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-18-december-2024

Protecting artists from AI overreach is the Beatle’s new tune

https://www.techradar.com/computing/paul-mccartney-cautions-against-ai-in-music-despite-success-of-ai-enhanced-beatles-song

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-18-december-2024

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-18-december-2024

Blizzard Entertainment's President shares some light-hearted statistics from her first year at the helm

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/8-34-billion-game-hours-were-spent-with-blizzard-in-2024

The best new stratagem in Helldivers 2 is its ridiculous Anti-Tank Emplacement. Here's why you need to get your hands on it as soon as possible.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/helldivers-2s-best-new-stratagem-is-the-dumbest-thing-ive-ever-seen

Sonda do světa otevřeného softwaru. Dnes si otestujeme HTTP, dáme si do pořádku účetnictví, vytvoříme si AppImage balíčky a vyzkoušíme nástroj pro automatizaci obsahu. https://www.root.cz/clanky/softwarova-sklizen-18-12-2024-testujte-pohodlne-sve-webove-rozhrani/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Formát JPEG 2000, vyvinutý v roce 2000, měl nahradit JPEG. Nabízí vyšší kompresní poměr, lepší odolnost vůči chybám a kombinaci ztrátové a bezeztrátové komprese, ale je výpočetně náročnější. https://www.root.cz/clanky/jpeg-2000-smyva-rozdil-mezi-ztratovou-a-bezeztratovou-kompresi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Elon Musk and SpaceX are under three federal reviews from three different US military departments for allegedly failing to comply with reporting protocols. The New York Times reported that Musk and his private aerospace company have repeatedly disregarded requirements to disclose trips and meetings with foreign leaders including Russian Pre

Threads is previewing yet another significant new feature before the end of the year. The app will “soon” begin testing the ability for users to schedule posts ahead of time, according to an update from Meta exec Adam Mosseri.

Mosseri shared a screenshot of the upcoming feature, which shows a simple tool to set a date and time for a post to go live in Threads’ post editor. Interestingly, Mosseri sa

Grubhub has agreed to pay $25 million to settle charges fr

Article URL: https://www.wsj.com/business/autos/pickup-truck-drivers-kei-japan-honda-693effd4

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42436019

Points: 34

# Comments: 22

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Article URL: https://www.cerbos.dev/blog/crdts-and-collaborative-playground

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42444856

Points: 23

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https://www.cerbos.dev/blog/crdts-and-collaborative-playground

Article URL: https://www.sfgate.com/sfhistory/article/san-francisco-historic-plane-crash-asoh-defense-16319360.php

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42443987

Points: 54

# Comments: 30

https://www.sfgate.com/sfhistory/article/san-francisco-historic-plane-crash-asoh-defense-1631

Article URL: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/17/ftc-bans-hidden-junk-fees-in-hotel-event-ticket-prices-.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42445037

Points: 245

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https://www.cnbc.com/2024/12/17/ftc-bans-hidden-junk-fees-in-hotel-event-ticket-prices-.html

Article URL: https://github.com/hao-ai-lab/FastVideo

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42445239

Points: 37

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https://github.com/hao-ai-lab/FastVideo

The San Francisco-based data analytics company Databricks has raised a stunning $10 billion funding round, which values the company at $62 billion and likely puts it on a path toward an IPO. 

The $10 billion investment (which included OpenAI investors Thrive Capital and

There’s been no shortage of unique Oreo flavors in the past few years. The offerings seen on store shelves in recent months include toffee crunch, birthday cake, java chip, dirt cake, mint, Coca-Cola, and a pink-and-blue concoction called Space Dunk. But that’s not stopping

The central bank is poised to make another 0.25% interest rate cut, but it might be the last one for a while. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/fed-expected-to-lower-interest-rates-tomorrow-with-next-year-in-limbo/#ftag=CADf328eec

I am drawn to vintage dishes with intricate designs, but are they more likely to contain this toxic element? I set out to find out. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/do-older-plates-and-bowls-contain-lead-heres-what-you-need-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

When it comes to blood tests, doctors suggest you speak about these six with your primary healthcare provider. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/6-important-blood-tests/#ftag=CADf328eec

Give the gift of an elevated audio experience, especially now that you can save 50%. https://www.cnet.com/deals/beats-solo-4-headphones-are-back-to-their-record-low-of-100-for-the-holidays/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you're using a wireless Christmas tree light controller this holiday season, you'll want to make sure you're not using one of these newly recalled models. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/christmas-tree-light-controllers-sold-at-major-retailers-recalled-due-to-fire-hazard/#ftag=CADf328eec

Everyone can play the mobile game now before the second season airs on Dec. 26. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/you-can-play-squid-game-unleashed-and-more-now-with-netflix-games/#ftag=CADf328eec

I've got gizmos and gadgets aplenty, but under the sea none compare to this one. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/the-apple-watch-10-is-all-in-on-snorkeling-i-took-it-for-a-swim/#ftag=CADf328eec

BeMob and Monetag are being spread by campaign called DeceptionAds.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/fake-captcha-pages-used-to-spread-infostealer-malware

We hear about new AI features almost every day now, but this one has the potential to make Ray-Ban Meta glasses truly exceptional.

https://www.laptopmag.com/ai/meta-ray-ban-smart-glasses-live-transaltion-ai-how-to-use

There's no co-op in STALKER 2, but a new mod for the previous game, Call of Pripyat, just came out that adds the highly requested multiplayer feature.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/the-stalker-mod-of-my-dreams-is-here-and-adds-something-even-stalker-2-doesnt-have-co-op-multiplayer

The Geekom GT13 Pro utilizes an Intel CPU and GPU while offering plenty of storage space and a healthy amount of ports. Right now, you can get it at a special low price with this coupon code.

https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/computers-desktops/geekom-gt13-pro-13th-gen-intel-mini-pc-deal

Two classic Microsoft accessories are now available to buy once again, thanks to a partnership between Microsoft and Incase.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/the-first-designed-by-microsoft-accessories-from-incase-are-now-available-to-buy

Arm claims Qualcomm's infringements of license payments have cost it $50 million, and wants the company to destroy the Nuvia designs. Qualcomm counters that Arm is trying to compete with its own customers and that its current license already covers the Nuvia portfolio.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/arm-vs-qualcomm-trial-begins-arm-demands-t

Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the death of notable fintech figure Bob Lee. Momeni, an IT consultant and entrepreneur, faces 16 years to life in prison. Best known as the creator and fou

Honda and Nissan are reportedly set to discuss a merger. The Japanese publication Nikkei

Some of the best smart home tech is the stuff you don’t have to think about. My lamps have been connected to smart plugs for a long time now — my living room lights turn on at dusk, go dark around 10PM (or when I tell Alexa goodnight) and complete a similar routine each morning. I haven’t manually twisted a switch-knob or stumbled in the dark for over a year. And if I weren’t continually thinking about smart plugs for this guide, I’d have forgotten about them completely.

But not every

Not content with meddling in politics, Elon Musk's next venture is an attempt to reimagine the United States' education system. The South African billionaire is now funding a Texas preschool called Ad Astra, which recently received a state permit to educate up to 21 students. The Montessori private school's website states that it is open to students aged three to nine, however an in-depth report from

Article URL: https://medium.com/sensorfu/scanners-beware-welcome-to-the-network-from-hell-86989f29f17b

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42430024

Points: 20

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https://medium.com/sensorfu/scanners-beware-welcome-to-the-network-from-hell-86989f29f17b

Article URL: https://dylanhuang.com/blog/closing-my-startup/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42440886

Points: 46

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https://dylanhuang.com/blog/closing-my-startup/

Article URL: https://github.com/seleniumbase/SeleniumBase

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42433199

Points: 23

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https://github.com/seleniumbase/SeleniumBase

Article URL: https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/northern-ireland-police-unlawfully-put-reporters-under-surveillance-tribunal-2024-12-17/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42443870

Points: 67

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Hello HN!

In a recent "Ask HN: What are you working on?" thread, I mentioned I was working on OCRing a large book:

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41971614

The post generated some interest so I thought I would keep HN posted.

The book is Saint-Simon’s Memoirs -- an invaluable historical account of the French court under Louis XIV, full of wit, sharp observations, and of incredible literary value. I'm OCRing the edition

Article URL: https://wwiiafterwwii.wordpress.com/2024/07/25/wwii-the-autobahn-ike-the-interstates-and-one-mile-in-five/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42444820

Points: 11

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Article URL: https://www.hooklistener.com/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42444083

Points: 15

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https://www.hooklistener.com/

Article URL: https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-30439633

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42444830

Points: 17

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https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-30439633

Are you looking for ways to make your website stand out in 2025? Want to learn more about the web design trends predicted to take charge in 2025? https://webdesignernews.com/web-design-in-2025-20-trends-predictions/

At Z1, we master the cleanest code and ride at the forefront of design. We craft our content with a writer’s lens and get excited about coming up with the freshest marketing campaigns. We know the best technologies for developing each of our products, we take pride in building strong teams with our clients… and we know a whole lot about deadlines. https://webdesignernews.com/top-10-inspiring-books-for-designers-developers-and-creative-minds-in-2025-2/

What makes an incredible project? Is it the client? The type of project? An exorbitant budget? While those things help to create the environment in which a great project can thrive, what truly makes a project something powerful is you. https://webdesignernews.com/three-approaches-to-amplify-your-design-projects/

Think of any website you thought was so cool and it would undoubtedly feature a surprise element. Whether it’s an attractive animation, an interactive widget, or an uncommon layout, the designs that surprise you are the ones that stay in your memory. https://webdesignernews.com/the-role-of-surprise-in-effective-design/

Design is no longer just about sketching out wireframes or crafting pixel-perfect mockups. A massive shift is happening: control is moving from designers to algorithms, automated tools, and, yes, business stakeholders. https://webdesignernews.com/the-state-of-ux-in-2025-what-designers-need-to-know/

Payment button is one of the most important elements for any eCommerce or SaaS website. It’s way more than just a functional element — it’s a critical touchpoint in the user journey that can make or break a transaction. https://webdesignernews.com/payment-button-design-best-practices/