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I'm Peter Roberts, immigration attorney, who does work for YC and startups. AMA

I'll be here for the next 3 hours and then again at around 4 pm EST for another 3 hours. As usual, there are many possible topics and I'll be guided by whatever you're concerned with but as much as possible - because we've received so many questions about this the past few months - I'd like to focus on the impact of the new administration on U.S. immigration law and policy. Please remember that I can't provide legal advice on specific cases for liability reasons because I won't have access t

18d | Hacker news
Cordless vs. Corded Vacuum: Should You Cut the (Electrical) Cord?

Wondering if a corded vacuum or cordless vacuum is best for your home? We'll guide you to the right option for your cleaning needs. https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/cordless-vs-corded-vacuum-should-you-cut-the-electrical-cord/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
How to Detect AI Writing

You can use AI itself to spot cheating and plagiarism via AI. Here's how. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-detect-ai-writing/#ftag=CADf328eec

18d | cnet.com
 If the iPhone SE 4 has this feature, I won’t be able to recommend the iPhone 16 anymore

The rumored iPhone SE 4 may bring Apple Intelligence compatibility to Apple’s cheapest handset, which would seemingly be a genuinely pro-consumer move from Cupertino.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/iphone/if-the-iphone-se-4-has-this-feature-i-wont-be-able-to-recommend-the-iphone-16-anymore

 Far from replacing jobs, AI could help take human skills to a new level

Report claims artificial intelligence is unlocking new efficiencies, while highlighting crucial and irreplaceable human skills.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/far-from-replacing-jobs-ai-could-help-take-human-skills-to-a-new-level

 Bluesky adds TikTok mode while Elon mulls reviving Vine in the latest banning drama

Bluesky has a new video-only mode that's somewhat similar to TikTok. The new mode lets you swipe vertically to jump between videos, much like other popular video-focused social media apps.

https://www.windowscentral.com/software-apps/bluesky-adds-tiktok-mode-while-elon-mulls-reviving-vine-in-the-latest-banning-drama

 Microsoft claps back at Salesforce — claims "100,000 organizations" had used Copilot Studio to create AI agents by October 2024

Microsoft has clapped back at Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff's comments downplaying its AI efforts. The company indicated over 100,000 organizations had used Copilot Studio to create agents by October 2024.

https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-rebuts-salesforce-100k-organizations-used-copilot-studio-by-october-2024

Your tax return is a ripe target for fraud. Here’s how to protect it
18d | pcworld.com
 Liquid Web VPS Hosting Review: Very Fast

Among a wide collection of different hosting dynamics, Liquid Web’s Managed VPS stands out, with both a high price and superior performance over most competitors.

https://www.tomshardware.com/service-providers/web-hosting/liquid-web-vps-hosting-review

 NATO deploys 'sea drones' to safeguard undersea cable infrastructure

NATO will use uncrewed surface vessels or sea drones to monitor shipping in the Baltic Sea and protect undersea cable infrastructure.

https://www.tomshardware.com/networking/nato-deploys-sea-drones-to-safeguard-undersea-cable-infrastructure

 MSI's upcoming RTX 50-series GPUs to feature yellow-tipped 16-pin power adapters

MSI's upcoming RTX 50-series GPUs will be shipping with yellow-tipped 16-pin PCIe power adapters to ensur users fully insert the connectors into the GPUs

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/msis-upcoming-rtx-50-series-gpus-to-feature-yellow-tipped-16-pin-power-adapters

Bluesky created its own TikTok-like feature called 'Trending Videos'

TikTok might be (sort of) back for now, but that's not stopping other social media platforms from trying to horn in on its business. Bluesky is the latest, introducing a TikTok-like ver

18d | Engadget
Google’s Pixel 8a is back on sale for a record-low price

January is bleak, to say the least, and sometimes getting through it requires buying a treat. Fortunately, the month is also big on sales, including 20 percent off the

18d | Engadget
 "It's night and day.": AMD's Adam Kozak explains the game-changing differences between its Ryzen Z2 handheld gaming PC chips

We're only a few weeks into 2025 and it's already been a big one for chipmakers, and AMD overhauled a lot of its chip lineup for the new year. That massive overhaul included a new series of handheld gaming PC processors.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/gaming-laptops-pcs/its-night-and-day-amds-adam-kozak-explains-the-game-changing-differences-between-its-r

 I loved the Summit 13 AI Evo before, but a new add-on makes it a must-buy

Even though I’ve had my eye on MSI’s gorgeous black, gold-trimmed 2-in-1 Summit laptop since it debuted, I couldn't bring myself to buy it. That may now change.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/msi-summit-13-evo-pen-2-stylus-arrow-lake

PowerSchool hackers have your kid’s info. These 3 steps will protect them
18d | pcworld.com
A KVM switch can revolutionize your PC setup. Here’s what you need to know
18d | pcworld.com
Why your keyboard layout is stuck in the 1800s

The enduring design legacy of QWERTY in modern UX

19d | UX Design
 Quite a lot of Brits have never heard of data centers

British citizens aren’t really sure what data centers do – more education could increase our trust.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/quite-a-lot-of-brits-have-never-heard-of-data-centers

Show HN: Terraform Provider for Inexpensive Switches

Hi HN,

I’ve been building this provider for (web managed) network switches manufactured by HRUI. These switches often used in SMBs, home labs, and by budget-conscious enthusiasts. Many HRUI switches are also rebranded and sold under various OEM/ODM names (eg. Horaco, XikeStor, keepLiNK, Sodola, etc) making them accessible/popular but often overlooked in the world of infrastructure automation.

The provider is in pre-release, and I’m looking for owners of these switches to test it and shar

19d | Hacker news
 Don’t let holidays be your cybersecurity downfall

Ransomware groups are striking outside of normal business hours, looking to take advantage.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/dont-let-holidays-be-your-cybersecurity-downfall

 AI security: establishing the first and last layer of defense

With rapid AI adoption, businesses need new methods to protect their data. Network segmentation is the key to establishing a first and last line of defense.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/ai-security-establishing-the-first-and-last-layer-of-defense

This H&R Block deal will sell out — File federal and state returns for Just $39.99
19d | pcworld.com
Ask HN: Is anyone making money selling traditional downloadable software?

Curious if any HNers are running successful businesses selling desktop/downloadable software with a one-time payment model - not SaaS, not subscriptions. Something like the old days. How's the market for that? What's your experience with support and updates?


Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42764185

Points: 17

# Comments: 4

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42764185

19d | Hacker news
 NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Monday, January 20 (game #589)

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-20-january-2025