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Meta researchers developed a machine that could read brain signals and convert them into key presses.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/meta-develops-hat-for-typing-text-by-thinking-uses-ai-to-read-brain-signals-for-keypresses

You can purchase the Seagate Expansion Desktop 20TB HDD for just $229 at Best Buy, one of its best prices to date.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/external-hdds/the-seagate-expansion-desktop-20tb-hdd-is-now-just-usd229-at-best-buy

Court records reveal Meta employees were concerned about using torrented data to help train LLaMA.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/meta-staff-torrented-nearly-82tb-of-pirated-books-for-ai-training-court-records-reveal-copyright-violations

Article URL: https://phys.org/news/2025-01-rwandan-scientists-local-yeast-banana.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42985342

Points: 43

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https://phys.org/news/2025-01-rwandan-scientists-local-yeast-banana.html

Article URL: https://wingolog.org/archives/2025/02/09/baffled-by-generational-garbage-collection

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990819

Points: 44

# Comments: 4

https://wingolog.org/archives/2025/02/09/baffled-by-generational-garbage-collection

Article URL: https://www.latacora.com/blog/2019/07/24/how-not-to/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990948

Points: 8

# Comments: 0

https://www.latacora.com/blog/2019/07/24/how-not-to/

Article URL: https://www.heise.de/en/news/Hard-disk-fraud-Increasing-evidence-of-origin-in-China-10269059.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42991006

Points: 29

# Comments: 9

https://www.heise.de/en/news/Hard-disk-fraud-Increasing-evidence-of-origin-in-China-10269059.html

Article URL: https://github.com/jtroo/kanata

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42991019

Points: 19

# Comments: 3

https://github.com/jtroo/kanata

The chat component is what sets AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude apart from search engines. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ai-chat-how-to-use-it-and-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

Adorable pooches will clash during the annual adoption awareness match. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-puppy-bowl-2025-stream-the-cute-canine-competition-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Don't miss the latest on Netflix, Peacock and more. Here's what's coming the week of Feb. 10 to 16. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/your-weekly-streaming-watch-list-check-out-bridget-jones-mad-about-the-boy-cobra-kai-and-more/#ftag=CADf328eec

What do you get when you turn gaming laptop components into a desktop? In the case of the AtomMan G7 Ti a super-thin, shockingly fast system. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/minisforum-atomman-g7-ti-desktop-review-one-hell-of-a-laptop-in-disguise/#ftag=CADf328eec

After a week of using DeepSeek's R1 reasoning model, I'm highly impressed, even if some questions are off-limits. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/deepseek-r1-first-impressions-ive-seen-how-the-machine-thinks/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some everyday appliances are silently draining power and driving up your energy bills. Here's how to spot these "energy vampires" and cut costs. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/heres-a-quick-and-easy-way-to-save-100-on-your-electric-bill/#ftag=CADf328eec

Generative AI tools can mimic real conversations, which possibly is the key to having a language learning partner at your fingertips. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/chatbots-are-here-now-to-help-you-learn-a-language-i-gave-it-a-try/#ftag=CADf328eec

Both sides looking to build on winning starts to the tournament. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/scotland-vs-ireland-how-to-watch-2025-six-nations-rugby-live-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

Sync your Apple Watch with blood pressure devices to monitor your blood pressure and heart health. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/track-your-blood-pressure-from-anywhere-with-your-apple-watch-heres-how/#ftag=CADf328eec

These insider tips can turn your budget into your new BFF. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/banking/i-spent-years-failing-at-budgets-then-i-found-the-tips-that-actually-work/#ftag=CADf328eec

Ange Postecoglou's Spurs look to avoid a second cup exit in the space of three days. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-aston-villa-vs-tottenham-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

An "enhanced" version of the IRS' Direct File program launched this year, with availability in roughly twice as many states as last year. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/tax-season-2025-is-underway-enhanced-direct-file-comes-to-more-states/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you installed Windows 11 24H2 late last year, using media, then you’ll need to know about a potentially nasty bug.

https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/are-you-unable-to-get-security-updates-for-windows-11-24h2-heres-the-likely-reason-why-and-the-fix-to-get-your-pc-safe-and-secure-again

The 2025 Home Depot Presidents' Day sale is live, and I'm rounding up all the best deals on appliances, tools, furniture, and more.

https://www.techradar.com/home/vacuums/home-depots-presidents-day-sale-is-live-up-to-50-percent-off-appliances-furniture-and-tools

Tomorrow's "Internet of Agents" is being planned today by Cisco and Microsoft and will bypass homo sapiens almost entirely.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/humans-optional-tomorrows-internet-of-agents-is-being-planned-today-and-will-bypass-homo-sapiens-almost-entirely

The size of a 13-inch laptop can make or break the keyboard and touchpad experience. Here’s how to choose a 13-inch laptop that fits you.

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/i-love-a-good-13-inch-laptop-but-watch-for-this-one-critical-feature

If you were at all on the fence about smart glasses, Meta might change your mind

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/vr/meta-smart-glasses-vr-2025-ray-ban-orion-zuckerberg

In this GameSir G7 HE review I look at the improvements and changes made from the G7 SE and fill you in on if it's worth the upgrade or not, and question why 2 years later GameSir are still tethered to Xbox with a wire.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/gamesir-g7-he-review

Russian authorities intercepted a shipment of FPV drone goggles that were booby-trapped with explosives.

https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/russian-drone-operators-reportedly-received-explosive-headsets-plans-dashed-by-packaging

The RTX 5060 is claimed to feature just 8GB of memory, while Nvidia is prepping the RTX 5060 Ti in 8GB and 16GB versions, claims Benchlife.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidia-rtx-5060-claimed-to-feature-just-8gb-of-vram-the-5060-ti-may-get-8gb-and-16gb-flavors

A hardware leaker teased nine new Lenovo laptops and a curved 2D/3D hybrid screen that the company will allegedly show off at MWC 2025.

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/lenovo-hybrid-2d-3d-curved-monitor-and-nine-new-laptops-have-leaked-mwc-2025-lineup-exposed

If you’re expecting a good all-around portable monitor, look elsewhere.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/portable-monitors/viewsonic-vx1654-portable-monitor-review

A Chinese techtuber has designed a liquid-cooled PC system that hooks up to a household air conditioner unit instead of a PC-mounted radiator.

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/liquid-cooling/rtx-4090-liquid-cooled-with-12-000-btu-air-conditioner-rtx-5090-up-next-gpu-runs-at-20c

Argon 40’s latest case does away with the sci-fi aesthetic but still delivers an out of this world performance.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/argon-one-v5-review

Article URL: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-08514-6

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42987646

Points: 9

# Comments: 1

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-024-08514-6

Article URL: http://www.colinux.org/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989923

Points: 20

# Comments: 4

http://www.colinux.org/

Article URL: https://www.watchesofespionage.com/blogs/woe-dispatch/vice-president-jd-vance-apple-watch-smartwatch-intelligence-risks

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990000

Points: 34

# Comments: 14

https://www.watchesofespionage.com/blogs/woe-dispatch/vic

Article URL: https://github.com/Pravko-Solutions/FlashLearn/tree/main/examples

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990036

Points: 54

# Comments: 28

https://github.com/Pravko-Solutions/FlashLearn/tree/main/examples

Article URL: https://iquilezles.org/articles/gpuconditionals/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990324

Points: 66

# Comments: 13

https://iquilezles.org/articles/gpuconditionals/

Yes somehow we got a 4 letter domain.ai for a reasonable price

Ocal is an AI calendar that automatically blocks out your time as soon as you get assignments. Linked with your LMS (Canvas currently), our AI scans your task, estimates its duration, and schedules time (within boundaries you set—maybe you’re a night owl or an early bird) so you can complete the work comfortably ahead of the deadline. The goal: reclaim your time by tackling tasks early, so you’re not pulling all-nighters. But w

Article URL: https://booktalk.club/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42990540

Points: 15

# Comments: 6

https://booktalk.club/

If your Social Security benefit doesn't arrive on time, don't fret. Here's what to know and what you can do about it. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/social-security-check-missing-heres-what-to-do/#ftag=CADf328eec

We spoke with gastroenterologists to learn more about what your poop could be trying to tell you. https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/experts-reveal-what-bowel-movements-mean-health/#ftag=CADf328eec

Lawyers, federal workers and everyone else can use this free app for encrypted messaging. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-privacy-focused-messaging-app-signal/#ftag=CADf328eec

The air fryer can whip up some amazing dishes, but there are a few it just isn't built for. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/air-fryers-are-great-but-not-for-these-8-foods/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's how Samsung's new flagship phones for 2025 compare with each other, from screens to specs to AI features. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-s25-ultra-vs-s25-and-s25-plus-in-depth-specs-and-features-comparison/#ftag=CADf328eec

Arne Slot's team continues its pursuit of an unprecedented quadruple with a fourth-round tie. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fa-cup-soccer-livestream-plymouth-vs-liverpool-from-anywhere/#ftag=CADf328eec

A lagging internet connection is one of the top disrupters of game performance. Here's what I learned when I started turning my VPN off during gaming. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/bad-gaming-performance-got-you-down-try-ditching-your-vpn/#ftag=CADf328eec

Installing a security camera can help keep your home safe, but putting it in the wrong place could cause problems for both you and your neighbors. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/want-better-home-security-never-put-your-cameras-in-these-spots/#ftag=CADf328eec

If you have some official documents to sign, scan and send but don't have a proper scanner ready, don't worry — just follow these steps. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/need-to-sign-and-scan-something-use-your-iphones-hidden-document-scanner/#ftag=CADf328eec

Mesmerizing, passionate and cerebral, this French historical drama is my pick for the best film. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/my-favorite-film-is-a-historical-drama-packed-with-modern-themes-and-its-free-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

In my experience, making this snack in the air fryer is a total game-changer. It's quick, easy and delivers the perfect crunch every time. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/this-awesome-high-protein-snack-takes-minutes-to-make-in-an-air-fryer/#ftag=CADf328eec

Sony needs to learn some lessons from this weekend’s 24-hour outage with the PlayStation Network.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/sony-explains-massive-psn-outage-and-details-compensation-but-many-playstation-gamers-are-still-unhappy

Save hundreds on new Apple tech this weekend with these top deals on the MacBook Air, iPads, AirPods, and more!

https://www.laptopmag.com/laptops/macbooks/apple-deals-amazon-february-2025

Article URL: https://asteriskmag.com/issues/08/chimes-at-midnight

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989609

Points: 8

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https://asteriskmag.com/issues/08/chimes-at-midnight

Article URL: https://itizso.itch.io/retrofab

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989628

Points: 8

# Comments: 0

https://itizso.itch.io/retrofab

Article URL: https://blog.tomaszdunia.pl/zerotier-eng/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989747

Points: 34

# Comments: 29

https://blog.tomaszdunia.pl/zerotier-eng/

And should you need to enhance your UX/UI design skills, we’ve also put together a collection of fun and comprehensive courses you can learn on Domestika. They’re a great way to learn and grow your design portfolio. https://webdesignernews.com/ux-ui-roundup-2025-the-best-design-so-far-2/

Animation plays a crucial role in web design, enhancing user engagement and bringing interfaces to life. Whether you’re creating smooth UI transitions, motion graphics, or 3D animations, the right animation software can make a huge difference. The 10 tools featured in this blog are not only for experienced designers but also great for beginners, as many offer easy learning curves and user-friendly interfaces. https://webdesignernews.com/best-animation-software-for-web-designers/

Product managers (PMs) live and breathe prioritization, constantly weighing trade-offs to deliver value. But one thing PMs should never sideline is user research (UXR). While analytics are great for telling you what happened, user research reveals why—helping you navigate product decisions with confidence and purpose, avoid costly mistakes, and maintain an evidence-based product strategy. https://webdesignernews.com/a-product-managers-no-nonsense-guide-to-ux-research/

A GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) or UUID (Universally Unique Identifier) is a 128-bit value used to uniquely identify objects. JavaScript provides multiple ways to generate UUIDs, with the recommended method being crypto.randomUUID(). https://webdesignernews.com/how-to-generate-a-guid-uuid-in-javascript/

The course will guide you through principles of motion, timeline animation, and techniques used by award-winning developers. https://webdesignernews.com/mastering-web-animations-website-showcase/

Happy Monday! This week I’m sharing a short essay on some visual trends in digital design. Beneath our feet, the way that software looks and feels is shifting and I’m pulling a few threads to see what these changes might mean. https://webdesignernews.com/bezels-a-return-to-practical-smartphone-design/

A tax extension can give you six extra months to file your tax return. But there are risks. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/tax-extension-heres-why-you-might-not-make-the-april-deadline/#ftag=CADf328eec

With the 2025 tax season underway, Free File could be just what you need to get your taxes done early and only for $0. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/file-taxes-for-free-how-the-irs-free-file-program-really-works/#ftag=CADf328eec

Stop burglaries before they start with these effective security tips. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/11-smart-home-hacks-and-gadgets-to-ward-off-intruders/#ftag=CADf328eec

This week, the upcoming Symfony 7.3 version improved the server event streaming, introduced a new DeduplicateMiddleware in Messenger and added an option to disable translation. In addition, Symfony announced the full schedule for SymfonyDay Chicago event… https://symfony.com/blog/a-week-of-symfony-945-3-9-february-2025?utm_source=Symfony%20Blog%20Feed&utm_medium=feed

Article URL: https://opensource.googleblog.com/2025/02/fabrication-begins-for-production-opentitan-silicon.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42972625

Points: 16

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https://opensource.googleblog.com/2025/02/fabrication-begins-for-production-opentitan-silicon.html

Article URL: https://thebullshitmachines.com

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989320

Points: 50

# Comments: 14

https://thebullshitmachines.com

Article URL: https://marktomforde.com/academic/miscellaneous/images/atiyah20thcentury.pdf

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989419

Points: 4

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https://marktomforde.com/academic/miscellaneous/images/atiyah20thcentury.pdf

You likely won't have to repay debt relief you already received, but time is running out if you're still in line for forgiveness. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/no-trump-cant-take-back-your-student-loan-forgiveness-except-in-this-situation/#ftag=CADf328eec

Article URL: https://www.cell.com/cell-reports/fulltext/S2211-1247(13)00570-6

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42988303

Points: 33

# Comments: 17

https://www.cell.com/cell-reports/fulltext/S2211-1247(13)00570-6

Article URL: https://www.quantamagazine.org/how-noethers-theorem-revolutionized-physics-20250207/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42972982

Points: 10

# Comments: 0

https://www.quantamagazine.org/how-noethers-theorem-revolutionized-physics-20250207/

I wrote an nvim plugin that does fuzzy time parsing on plain english dates to help you create + organise periodic notes. I use it daily at work and home. Hope it's helpful to others. :)

note: not using NLP, LLMs or 'true' fuzzy parsing as per academic literature; just normal recursive descent parsing

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42988946

Points: 19

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https://github.c

Article URL: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2025/03/gary-shteyngart-bespoke-suit-mens-fashion-self-love/681441/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42989062

Points: 3

# Comments: 1

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2025/03/gary-shteyngart-besp

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 9. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-sunday-feb-9/#ftag=CADf328eec

AMD could add a Multimedia IO Die to the MI400, its fastest APU ever, according to recently spotted patches.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/mysterious-die-set-to-feature-in-amds-instinct-mi400-its-next-blockbuster-apu-which-could-power-el-capitans-successor

Article URL: https://blog.digital-horror.com/blog/in-the-trenches-what-it-means-to-be-an-engineering-manager/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42960068

Points: 15

# Comments: 6

https://blog.digital-horror.com/blog/in-the-trenches-what-it-means-to-be-an-engineering-manager/

Article URL: https://andregarzia.com/2025/02/retaking-the-web-browser-one-small-step-at-a-time.html

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42988158

Points: 36

# Comments: 15

https://andregarzia.com/2025/02/retaking-the-web-browser-one-small-step-at-a-time.html

Matt Mullenweg declared that Joost de Valk is persona non grata because he feels Joost "stabbed" him when he was down

The post WordPress Leader Mullenweg Silences Joost De Valk appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/wordpress-leader-mullenweg-silences-joost-de-valk/539387/

Týden v KDE přináší opravy pro tři budoucí vydání Plasmy, tři týdny v GNOME ve znamení Adwaita Sans či aplikací třetích stran, vydáno Wine 10.1 opravuje spoustu chyb. https://www.root.cz/clanky/britanie-chce-po-applu-sifrovany-obsah-uzivatelu-google-zase-ovladac-xe-i-pro-alder-lake/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=rss

Article URL: https://www.adacore.com/gems

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986149

Points: 17

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https://www.adacore.com/gems

Article URL: https://jacksonpollock.org/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986320

Points: 107

# Comments: 28

https://jacksonpollock.org/

Article URL: https://datagubbe.se/endofciv/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986485

Points: 63

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https://datagubbe.se/endofciv/

Article URL: https://getklippy.com

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42986558

Points: 10

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https://getklippy.com