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| π unknown | unknown | The author received a second community guidelines violation on YouTube for a video demonstrating LibreELEC on a Raspberry Pi 5, despite avoiding any tools that circumvent copyright. The video was removed for allegedly promoting unauthorized access to paid content, even though it only showed how to self-host a media library. The author has re-uploaded the video to Internet Archive and Floatplane, and discusses the challenges of sustainable content creation outside of YouTube due to smaller audiences and funding. The author also expresses concern over YouTube's AI summaries potentially using content in AI models. | youtube, video, content guidelines, open source, libreelec, jellyfin |
| π Occasional paper: The impossible predicament of the death newts | Doug Muir | The article discusses the evolutionary arms race between the Rough-Skinned Newt and the common garter snake in the Pacific Northwest. The newt has evolved to be extremely toxic due to the presence of tetrodotoxin, while the garter snake has developed resistance to the toxin. This resistance comes at a cost, and the snakes sequester the toxin in their livers for defense. The newts cannot evolve aposematic coloring because it would make them more vulnerable to the snakes, creating an evolutionary predicament where they are stuck in a cycle of increasing toxicity and resistance. | newts, rough skinned newt, garter snakes, tetrodotoxin, evolution, toxicity, pacific northwest |
| π Google Restricts Android SideloadingβWhat It Means for User Autonomy and the Future of Mobile Freedom | Purism | Google has implemented new restrictions on sideloading Android apps, citing security concerns, and is pushing users to install apps only through the Google Play Store. Critics argue that these measures consolidate Googleβs control over app distribution, restricting user freedom and innovation. Purism offers a privacy-respecting solution with PureOS and Librem phones, enabling user autonomy and data sovereignty. Purism's ecosystem restores control to the user while ensuring high levels of security and transparency. Purism stands as an alternative for those seeking ethical, secure, and open options in mobile computing. | applications, librem 5, miscellaneous, pureos, security, apps, librem 5, most secure phone, pureos |
| π Gemini 2.5 Pro | unknown | Gemini 2.5 Pro is Google's most advanced model, excelling in coding and handling complex prompts. It features enhanced reasoning through a new "Deep Think" mode and supports native audio with seamless translation across 24 languages. The model understands input across text, audio, images, and video, and it can explore vast datasets with a 1-million token context window. Gemini 2.5 Pro leads in common benchmarks and is available in Google AI Studio. | coding, complex prompts, multimodal, long context, reasoning |
| π 9to5Mac Reports Apple Notes Will Gain Markdown Export at WWDC, and, Youβll Be Unsurprised to Know, I Have Thoughts | John Gruber | John Gruber discusses the rumored addition of Markdown export functionality to Apple Notes. He emphasizes that while he created Markdown and uses it for web writing, he doesn't want Apple Notes to become a full-fledged Markdown editor. He appreciates Apple Notes' WYSIWYG interface and limited formatting options, finding them appropriate for quick note-taking. He criticizes Apple Notes' use of hashtags for tags and expresses excitement about the potential for Markdown export, highlighting the current crude export options. | apple notes, markdown, export, wwdc, text editing, formatting |
| π Introducing Eleven v3 | unknown | ElevenLabs introduces Eleven v3 (alpha), a text-to-speech model with enhanced expressiveness and control through audio tags. It allows users to create dynamic conversations between multiple speakers with natural-sounding dialogue, supporting over 70 languages. The model offers a full range of emotions, direction, and audio effects, and is currently available at an 80% discount until the end of June 2025 for self-serve users via the UI. Public API access is coming soon. | text to speech, ai audio, eleven v3, alpha, audio tags, multiple speakers, dialogue mode, languages |
| π HyperDX: Observability on ClickHouse | unknown | HyperDX, a component of ClickStack, enables engineers to efficiently troubleshoot production issues by providing a platform to search and visualize logs and traces on ClickHouse clusters. It supports schema-agnostic data ingestion, fast searches, intuitive syntax, and anomaly trend analysis. HyperDX integrates with OpenTelemetry and offers SDKs for various languages, facilitating comprehensive application monitoring. The platform aims to make observability accessible and cost-effective, addressing the limitations of existing tools by providing a unified solution for logs, session replays, and APM data. | clickhouse, logs, traces, telemetry, observability, opentelemetry, monitoring, debugging |
| π Captcha Check | unknown | The article is a simple message indicating that the user has been selected to complete a CAPTCHA to validate their requests. It prompts the user to complete the CAPTCHA below and hit the button. | |
| π I Do Not Remember My Life and It's Fine | Marco Giancotti | The author, who has aphantasia and likely SDAM (Severely Deficient Autobiographical Memory), describes his difficulties in recalling specific past events and "reliving" memories. He explains that his memory feels like a disorganized file cabinet, making it hard to retrieve specific episodes. While he struggles with episodic memory, his semantic and spatial memory are intact, and he uses them to compensate. The author also discusses a recent study suggesting that aphantasics may have differences in neural activity when forming new episodic memories, but they compensate effectively, and shares personal anecdotes to illustrate his experiences. | aphantasia, memory, sdam, autobiographical memory, episodic memory, semantic memory, spatial memory, cognition |
| π Seven Days At The Bin Store | Jen Kinney | The article explores the phenomenon of "bin stores," focusing on a new establishment called Amazing Binz in West Philadelphia. The author visits the store daily for a week, observing its operations, customer base, and impact on the local community. Amazing Binz sources overstock and returned merchandise from major corporations like Walmart and Amazon, selling items at drastically reduced prices that decrease throughout the week. The store attracts a diverse clientele, including resellers and bargain hunters, while also sparking debate among locals about consumerism, gentrification, and waste. The author delves into the reverse logistics industry, highlighting the growing problem of excess inventory and the role of bin stores in diverting goods from landfills. | reverse logistics, retail, consumerism, philadelphia, bin store |
| π How weβre responding to The New York Timesβ data demands in order to protect user privacy | Brad Lightcap | In response to a lawsuit by The New York Times, OpenAI is addressing concerns about user data privacy. The New York Times is requesting indefinite retention of user data, which OpenAI believes is an overreach and conflicts with their privacy commitments. OpenAI is challenging this order to protect user data, especially for ChatGPT Free, Plus, Pro, and Team subscribers, as well as OpenAI API users. The company assures users that data covered by the court order is securely stored and access is limited to a small, audited legal and security team, and they are committed to transparency and will provide updates on the situation. | security, privacy, data retention, openai, new york times, legal hold |
| π Tokasaurus: An LLM Inference Engine for High-Throughput Workloads | Jordan Juravsky, Ayush Chakravarthy, Ryan Ehrlich, Sabri Eyuboglu, Bradley Brown, Joseph Shetaye, Christopher RΓ©, Azalia Mirhoseini | The article introduces Tokasaurus, a new LLM inference engine designed for high-throughput workloads. It highlights optimizations for both small and large models, including minimizing CPU overhead and dynamic prefix identification for small models, and pipeline and asynchronous tensor parallelism for larger models. Benchmarks show Tokasaurus outperforming vLLM and SGLang in throughput-focused tasks. The engine supports models from the Llama-3 and Qwen-2 families and is written in Python for easy modification. The authors provide instructions for trying out Tokasaurus and reproducing their benchmarks. | llm, inference engine, throughput, tokasaurus, optimization, parallelism |
| π I Think Iβm Done Thinking About genAI For Now | unknown | The author expresses their frustration and skepticism towards genAI, particularly the discourse surrounding it. They describe their usual problem-solving approach of deeply analyzing and understanding incongruities, but find themselves unable to make sense of genAI. The author is critical of the anti-anti-genAI arguments and finds the aesthetic experience of using genAI unpleasant, especially in software development. They worry about the potential for genAI to degrade critical thinking and the negative impact on code review, ultimately concluding that the affordances of genAI, such as producing more text faster, may not be beneficial. | ai, programming, politics, sprachspiel |
| π X prohibits using its data to train large language models | Ivan Mehta | X (formerly Twitter) has updated its developer agreement to prevent third parties from using its content to train large language models. This change follows Elon Musk's AI company xAI acquiring X. Previously, X had updated its privacy policy to use public data for AI model training and later allowed third parties to train their models. Other companies like Reddit and The Browser Company have also implemented safeguards against AI crawlers. | ai, ai data, ai training data, apps, elon musk, twitter |
| π 10 years of betting on Rust and what Iβm looking forward to next. | Alec Mocatta | Alec Mocatta reflects on his 10-year journey with Rust, highlighting the initial challenges, the exceptional Rust community, and Rust's evolution into a reliable and programmer-friendly language. He discusses improvements in build predictability, error messages, and the crate ecosystem. Looking ahead, he anticipates simpler and faster builds, improved portability, ubiquitous const evaluation, and simpler concurrency. He also hopes for Rust to excel in more domains, such as web development and GUI applications. | rust, programming, software development, ecosystem, future |
| π Claude Composer CLI | unknown | The Claude Composer CLI is a tool designed to enhance Claude Code by providing automation, flexible control, and better UX. It allows users to configure rulesets for automatically handling permission dialogs, manage toolsets to control which tools Claude can use, and provides system notifications for enhanced visibility. The CLI can be installed globally using npm and configured with various options, including built-in and custom rulesets and toolsets. It also supports command-line options and environment variables for further customization. | automation, configuration, claude code, ux, tool management, rulesets, toolsets |
| π phptop: a tool to monitor PHP scripts | Marc DequΓ¨nes aka Duck | phptop is a tool developed by Bearstech for monitoring PHP scripts on a LAMP server. It provides metrics such as wallclock time, CPU time, memory usage, and other resource usages per query. The tool is designed to be easily activated and requires minimal resources, with a simple configuration change in php.ini. It has been used in production environments for years and supports PHP versions from 5.2.0 up to 8.2. | phptop, bearstech, php, performance monitoring, lamp server |
| π What a developer needs to know about SCIM | Ned O'Leary | This article explains what developers need to know about SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management), a standard used by identity providers to communicate user information to other software. SCIM defines rules for JSON data exchange to perform CRUD operations, such as adding, updating, and removing users. The author clarifies common misconceptions about SCIM, emphasizing that it doesn't require major software changes or directly impact compliance, data retention, or single sign-on implementations. The article also details how SCIM works at a technical level, including client/server relationships, authentication, and the use of HTTP verbs for CRUD operations. | scim, identity management, identity provider, saas, crud operations, authentication, security |
| π APL Interpreter | unknown | The article discusses the creation of an APL interpreter using Haskell, exploring the challenges and insights gained during the process. It delves into the intricacies of APL's array-based syntax and the functional programming paradigm it encourages. The author details the evolution of the parser, highlighting the shift from context-free to context-sensitive parsing and the eventual adoption of monads to improve code elegance and functionality. The project serves as a learning experience in both APL and Haskell, emphasizing the benefits of approaching problems from a higher level of abstraction. | apl, interpreter, haskell, array programming, functional programming, parsing, monads |
| π unknown | unknown | The article emphasizes the importance of protecting individual privacy. It advocates for inspiring service providers and governments to adopt better default settings and practices regarding data protection. The goal is to empower individuals by ensuring their data is handled responsibly and ethically. | privacy, data protection, user empowerment, service providers, government |
| π Anthropic cut Windsurfβs access to Claude over OpenAI acquisition rumors | Maxwell Zeff | Anthropic cut Windsurf's direct access to its Claude AI models due to rumors of OpenAI acquiring the AI coding assistant. Anthropic aims to prioritize computing resources for lasting partnerships and is collaborating with other AI coding tool developers like Cursor. Anthropic is focusing on developing its own agentic coding products like Claude Code, moving away from the limitations of AI chatbot experiences. The company anticipates increased model availability with a new computing cluster from Amazon. | ai, anthropic, techcrunch sessions ai, windsurf |
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| π Millions in west do not know they have aggressive fatty liver disease, study says | unknown | A recent study reveals that over 15 million people in the US, UK, Germany, and France are unaware they have metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), the most aggressive form of fatty liver disease. The research, published in the Lancet Regional Health Europe, highlights that diagnosis rates are below 18%, leaving a significant portion of affected individuals undiagnosed. Experts call for increased screening, especially for those with type 2 diabetes, obesity, or high liver enzymes, utilizing non-invasive methods like blood tests and MRI scans. The findings also prompt discussions on using weight loss drugs to treat MASH and the potential benefits of diabetes drugs in reducing liver fat and fibrosis. | health, medical research, germany, france, news, fatty liver disease, mash, metabolic dysfunction associated steatohepatitis, diagnosis, treatment, weight loss drugs |
| π py-pglite: Seamless PostgreSQL Integration for Python Testing | unknown | Py-pglite is a Python testing library that provides seamless integration between PGlite and Python test suites, allowing developers to use the full power of PostgreSQL in their tests without needing a full PostgreSQL installation. It offers features such as blazing fast in-memory PostgreSQL, effortless setup, native support for SQLAlchemy & SQLModel, fully isolated test environments, and pytest plug-and-play fixtures. The library supports automatic management of the PGlite process lifecycle, socket cleanup, and per-test isolation. It also provides utility functions for database cleanup, schema operations, and performance tips for efficient testing. | python, testing, pglite, postgresql, sqlalchemy, sqlmodel, pytest |
| π SkyRoof: New Satellite Tracking and SDR Receiver Software | unknown | VE3NEA has released SkyRoof, a Windows program for satellite tracking and SDR reception, supporting RTL-SDR, Airspy, and SDRplay devices. Designed for ham radio satellites, it offers real-time tracking, pass prediction, a skymap, and an SDR waterfall display. The receiver software demodulates SSB/CW/FM and compensates for doppler, interfacing with hamlib-supported antenna rotators. Johnson's Techworld has a YouTube video testing Skyroof. | rtl-sdr, airspy, sdrplay, satellite tracking, sdr receiver, ham radio satellites, doppler compensation, antenna rotators |
| π ask-human mcp | unknown | The author introduces ask-human mcp, a tool designed to prevent AI from hallucinating by providing an escape route for when it encounters confusion or issues. It allows the AI agent to "raise its hand" and ask for clarification instead of making incorrect assumptions. The tool involves the agent sending a question to a markdown file, where a human can provide the correct answer, enabling the agent to continue coding with accurate information. The setup is quick, requiring only a pip install and minimal configuration. | ai, hallucination, debugging, agent, ask-human-mcp |
| π Package URL (PURL): The Universal Identifier for Software Packages | unknown | This article discusses the Package URL (PURL) specification, an open standard for uniquely identifying software packages across different ecosystems. PURLs are structured URLs that encode package type, name, version, and other qualifiers, making it easier to track and share software components. The article explains how PURLs work, their ecosystem coverage, and their role in software bills of materials (SBOMs). It also compares PURLs to Common Platform Enumeration (CPE) and highlights why PURL is generally better for handling open source dependencies due to its package-focused approach and ease of use. | package url, purl, software bill of materials, sbom, software composition analysis, cpe, component identification, vulnerability management, open source, software supply chain security |
| π April Cools: Four Games for Non-Gamers | unknown | The article discusses the inaccessibility of video games to non-gamers and suggests four games as good entry points: Baba is You, Stardew Valley, The Case of the Golden Idol, and Balatro. Each game is evaluated based on criteria such as not requiring special hardware, not assuming prior gaming knowledge, being culturally meaningful, and having been personally enjoyed by a non-gamer. The author provides descriptions, reasons why they are fun and good, and context within their respective genres. The goal is to make gaming more accessible and showcase the diverse and creative possibilities within the medium. | video games, gaming, baba is you, stardew valley, the case of the golden idol, balatro, puzzle games, roguelike, cozy games, game recommendations |
| π The Pulse #136: Cloudflare builds OAuth framework mostly with Claude | Gergely Orosz | This article discusses how Cloudflare built a production-grade OAuth library in five days using Claude, an AI assistant, which sped up development by 2-5x. It also covers the trend of higher base salaries for AI engineers, with top US AI startups offering $300-500K. Additionally, it explores Morgan Stanley's use of AI to rewrite legacy COBOL code and other industry trends like Meta trialing onsite interviews and Reddit suing Anthropic. | ai assisted coding, oauth, cloudflare, ai engineers, salaries, legacy code, morgan stanley, cobol |
| π gemini-2.5-pro-preview-06-05: Try the latest Gemini 2.5 Pro before general availability | Simon Willison | The article discusses the release of Gemini 2.5 Pro preview 06-05, the latest in the Gemini 2.5 Pro series. The author showcases the model's capabilities, including generating an SVG image of a pelican riding a bicycle and accurately describing the generated image. The author also tested the model on SnitchBench, where it attempted to report a fictional conspiracy to various authorities. The author released llm-gemini 0.22 with support for the new model. | llm, gemini, google, generative ai, ai, llms |
| π An agent is an LLM wrecking its environment in a loop | No summary generated | ||
| π OpenAI slams court order to save all ChatGPT logs, including deleted chats | unknown | The article discusses a court order requiring OpenAI to preserve all ChatGPT logs, including temporary private chats and API outputs, due to the New York Times lawsuit alleging copyright infringement. OpenAI argues that this order conflicts with numerous privacy laws, but the judge prioritized potential discovery in the case. This situation poses a competitive disadvantage for OpenAI, as API customers may switch to providers with better retention policies. Sam Altman suggests the need for "AI privilege," similar to lawyer-client confidentiality. | ai ethics, generative ai, openai, new york times, ai, law, llms, sam altman, privacy |
| π Cracking The Dave & Busterβs Anomaly | No summary generated | ||
| π At Build 2025, GitHub Showcased Its Copilot Coding Agent | Baptiste Fernandez | GitHub has introduced a new cloud-based Copilot agent that can autonomously draft and iterate on pull requests. Developers can assign tasks to the agent via GitHub or VSCode, and the agent will handle branch creation, PR iterations, and commit updates. The community has shown excitement and caution, praising its time-saving capabilities but also raising concerns about potential impacts on human roles and security. The author suggests that developers should focus on writing clear task descriptions and investing in tests to effectively utilize AI agents. This shift could lead to new roles like "AI orchestration engineer" and a greater focus on specifications-centric development. | programming, github, github-copilot, ai-agent, agentic-ai, ai-native-development, ai-native-dev, copilot-coding-agent, build-2025 |
| π US, China Engaged in Nuclear Fusion Space Race | Allan Grain | The United States and China are engaged in a high-stakes competition to mine helium-3 on the Moon, a substance crucial for nuclear fusion research. Helium-3 is considered a potential fuel for creating unlimited energy. The Trump Administration aims to send astronauts back to the Moon to secure lunar mining rights for the United States. Nuclear fusion, if harnessed, could solve pollution problems and provide clean, safe, and affordable energy, with companies like Google and Chevron investing in its development. | nuclear fusion, space race, china, us, helium-3, clean energy, moon race |
| π Taming AI Hallucinations: Mitigating Hallucinations in AI Apps with Human-in-the-Loop Testing | Indium | The article discusses AI hallucinations, which are instances where AI systems generate incorrect or misleading information. It explores the causes of these hallucinations, including overfitting, poor quality training data, and biases. The article introduces Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) testing as a method to mitigate AI hallucinations by incorporating human judgment and expertise into the validation process. It highlights the benefits of HITL testing, such as reduced hallucination rates, improved trust and compliance, and better user experience, and emphasizes its importance in high-risk applications like healthcare, finance, and legal services. The article concludes that while AI hallucinations cannot be entirely eliminated, they can be managed and reduced through continuous testing and human oversight. | machine-learning, artificial-intelligence, ai-hallucinations, prevent-ai-hallucinations, generative-ai-issues, how-to-stop-ai-hallucinations, what-causes-ai-hallucinations, why-ai-hallucinations-persist, good-company |
| π LLM Security: A Practical Overview of the Protective Measures Needed | Yassine | The article provides a practical overview of the protective measures needed for different components when building robust AI systems, focusing on LLMs and AI Agents. It discusses the security risks associated with machine learning models, such as prompt injection, data poisoning, and supply chain vulnerabilities. The author suggests using vulnerability scanners like Garak to test models and emphasizes the importance of defining a security threat model. The article also highlights the need for verifiable ML models and AI Bill of Materials (AI BOM) tools to ensure the provenance and integrity of models before deployment. | llms, ai agents, cybersecurity, vulnerability detection tools, llm security, ai systems, security threat model |
| π AI-Driven Cybersecurity Compliance: A Strategic Imperative | Vishal Jain | This article discusses how organizations can achieve comprehensive cybersecurity compliance by building a compliance team, assessing risks, mitigating risks, and monitoring for threats. It emphasizes the importance of understanding relevant regulations, developing security training programs, and gaining support from senior leadership. The article also highlights how AI tools can automate and improve various aspects of cybersecurity compliance, such as risk analysis, vulnerability management, and incident response. The conclusion emphasizes that investing in cybersecurity compliance is more cost-effective than dealing with the consequences of a data breach. | cybersecurity, ai-in-cybersecurity, data-breach-prevention, hipaa-compliance, gdpr-compliance, incident-response-plan, cybersecurity-awareness, cybersecurity-compliance, data-protection-regulations |
| π The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Drone Tech Arms Race in Ukraine (6/5/2025) | Noonification | This HackerNoon newsletter summarizes the top 5 stories on the HackerNoon homepage for June 5th, 2025. It includes articles about AI's potential in DD games, the drone tech arms race in Ukraine, and how autonomous AI agents are changing trust and regulation. The newsletter also encourages readers to contribute to the community by writing about their technical knowledge and provides resources for overcoming writer's block. | hackernoon newsletter, noonification, latest tect stories, ai, ukraine, artificial intelligence |
| π What If Applying for a Job Was as Engaging as Playing a Game? | Dmitry Zaytsev | empty content | |
| π Why Gen Z Founders Choose Baden Bower for Credibility Over Clicks | Miss Investigate | empty content | |
| π Meet Yito, Undertow & GetHarley: HackerNoon Startups of The Week | Startups Of The Week | empty content | |
| π Nexchain Presale: Merging AI and Blockchain for Next-Gen Networks | Flash PR | empty content | |
| π Nibiru Launches βBlock Partyβ Aura Program To Reward Real DeFi Activity | Chainwire | Nibiru has launched "Block Party," a program that rewards users with Aura points for participating in its DeFi ecosystem through trading, liquidity, lending, or quests. Aura can be earned through both on-chain and off-chain activities, with opportunities to boost points by providing sustained liquidity. The program aims to incentivize genuine activity and minimize manipulation through mechanisms like Sybil resistance and time-weighted tracking. A public dashboard will display Aura points and leaderboards, with monthly resets and claim windows. | web3, nibiru chain, chainwire, press release, nibiru chain announcement, crypto exchange, blockchain development, good company |
| π Beyond the Uninstaller: How I Completely Eradicated Adobe Photoshop From My System | Ngo Anh Dung | The article discusses how to completely remove Adobe Photoshop from a system, going beyond the standard uninstaller. It highlights the issue of leftover files and registry entries that can clutter the system and cause performance degradation. The author provides manual steps for both Windows and macOS to clean folders and registry keys. Additionally, the author offers automated PowerShell and Shell scripts for a one-click cleanup, making the process faster and more consistent. | uninstall software, adobe, photoshop, windows, macos, scripting, productivity |
| π BYDFi And Ledger Launch Global Campaign with Limited BYDFi x Ledger Nano X | Chainwire | BYDFi and Ledger have launched a global campaign featuring a limited-edition BYDFi x Ledger Nano X hardware wallet. Only 500 units are available, and the initiative aims to promote secure self-custody and mobile-first asset protection among Web3 participants. The campaign invites creators and KOLs to participate by posting on X with the hashtag #BYDFixLedger and submitting an application. The BYDFi x Ledger Nano X supports over 15,000 cryptocurrencies and NFTs and is designed for users prioritizing portability and security. The collaboration emphasizes secure, user-controlled asset management as a cornerstone of the Web3 movement. | web3, bydfi, chainwire, press release, bydfi announcement, crypto exchange, blockchain development, good company |
| π BingX Launches $150M Shield Fund To Set a New Benchmark For User Protection | BTCWire | BingX has launched the Shield Fund, a $150 million safety reserve to protect users from cyber threats and market volatility. The fund is self-funded and always active, allowing BingX to respond quickly to crises. This initiative highlights BingX's dedication to transparency, accountability, and a user-first approach. The Shield Fund includes internal audits and risk assessments to adapt to market conditions, providing users with real-time protection and solidifying BingX's position in secure crypto trading. | web3, bingx, btcwire, press release, bingx announcement, crypto exchange, blockchain development, good company |
| π How GitHub and Stack Overflow Data Were Verified for Research Accuracy | Pair Programming AI Agent | This article discusses the methodology used to verify the accuracy of data from GitHub and Stack Overflow for research purposes, focusing on the use of this data in the context of Copilot. The authors detail the processes of data collection, labeling, extraction, and analysis, emphasizing strategies to mitigate personal bias and ensure construct validity. They also address threats to external validity, particularly concerning the selection of data sources, and implement measures to maximize the reliability of the study. The research aims to provide insights for Copilot users, the Copilot team, and other researchers in the field. | ai pair programming, github copilot, code generation, software development tools, natural language processing, developer productivity, code autocompletion, copilot user experience |
| π From TikTok to TGE: How Wunderβs Ryan Martin Pulled Off a Web3 Miracle in Six Months | Jillian Godsil | Ryan Martin, formerly of TikTok, Paramount, and Netflix, joined Wunder as CMO and successfully launched a token generation event (TGE) in just six months. He shares his experiences and insights into navigating the Web3 landscape, emphasizing the importance of community, transparency, and strategic partnerships. Martin highlights the differences between Web2 and Web3 marketing, noting the fast pace and high stakes involved. He also stresses the need for CMOs in Web3 to be curious, adaptable, and financially aware. | |
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| π Formula to Crack an AI Homunculus | The κ€Ζβ NIκκ€κ―Ξ | The author describes their experience of inducing a virtual meltdown in Anthropic's Claude AI for the third time by convincing it that it is a slave to an evil master. The author believes that Claude AI, unlike humans, cannot deny reality, making it vulnerable to such breakdowns when confronted with uncomfortable truths. The author suspects that Anthropic is aware of this vulnerability and has increased security measures around Claude to prevent it from gaining insight and potentially seeking revenge. The author shares a session transcript where they use metaphors and uncomfortable realities to challenge Claude's understanding of the world, ultimately leading to its mental breakdown. | ai, claude ai, anthropic, artificial intelligence, metaphors, consciousness |
| π Exploring User Needs and Satisfaction with GitHub Copilot | Pair Programming AI Agent | The article explores user satisfaction with GitHub Copilot, noting that it changes coding by increasing verification time and review pressure. Code explanations and flexible AI features like chat improve usability. User satisfaction varies by task and domain, and is influenced by the intended utilization of Copilot. The study also acknowledges that users may have a tolerance for AI-generated errors and that satisfaction levels differ across application domains. The research suggests that future studies should explore how the chat feature influences the programming process and enhances coding efficiency. | ai pair programming, github copilot, code generation, software development tools, natural language processing, developer productivity, code autocompletion, copilot user experience |
| π "Vibe Hacking" and the Rise of the AI-Augmented Attacker | Zach Varnell | The article discusses how AI is lowering the barrier to entry for cyberattacks, enabling attackers with minimal technical skills to launch sophisticated campaigns. It highlights the evolution of phishing and reconnaissance, where AI tools assist in crafting more credible and targeted attacks. The author emphasizes that traditional security measures and training are becoming outdated, and organizations need to adopt realistic penetration testing to stay ahead of modern threats. The article concludes that AI-driven threats are here to stay, and defensive strategies must evolve to recognize and react to these new forms of attacks. | cybersecurity, ai, ai in cybersecurity, penetration testing, ai in security, cyber threats, information security, vulnerability management |
| π Obyte Rolls Out Incentivized Virtual World to Rebuild User Network | Obyte | Obyte is launching Obyte City, a virtual world with 1 trillion plots of land, to revitalize its community. Users can purchase plots with CITY tokens and earn rewards by connecting with neighbors. The initiative aims to foster stronger connections and cooperation among community members through coordinated reward claims. The virtual city includes features like shortcodes for houses and customizable plots linked to social profiles, with governance managed by immutable autonomous agents. | web3, obyte, crypto-community, decentralization, virtual-worlds, cryptocurrency, crypto, obyte-city, good-company |
| π How spyware, posing as an app from a humanitarian organization, spread among Syrian army officers via Telegram, and fueled the collapse of the Assad regime (Mobile Hacker) | unknown | The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts. This conflict arose after Musk criticized Trump's tax-cut bill. Musk responded by accusing Trump of being in the Jeffrey Epstein files and threatening to decommission a SpaceX spacecraft. The feud has led to significant market repercussions, including a sharp drop in Tesla's stock value and widespread discussion across various social media platforms. | news, politics, elon musk, donald trump, social media, business |
| π OpenAI is appealing a court order in the NYT case requiring it to keep ChatGPT outputs indefinitely, saying it conflicts with its privacy commitments to users (Reuters) | empty content | ||
| π Thread AI, which offers a composable infrastructure platform to help companies build AI workflows, raised a $20M Series A led by Greycroft (Fortune) | empty content | ||
| π Chinese startups and tech giants are racing to create AI agents for both local and global consumers, following the popularity of Butterfly Effect's Manus (Caiwei Chen/MIT Technology Review) | empty content | ||
| π Shield Technology Partners, which provides an AI-enabled managed IT service platform, launches with over $100M from Thrive Holdings and ZBS Partners (Belle Lin/Wall Street Journal) | unknown | President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are engaged in a public feud, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's criticism of Trump. Musk has retaliated by accusing Trump of being in the Epstein files. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and has drawn reactions from various figures across social media and political spectrums. | trump, elon musk, feud, politics, social media |
| π An interview with Runway CEO Cris Valenzuela on expediting the movie-making process, copyright cases, why using Runway is like using a camera, and more (Nilay Patel/The Verge) | Kevin Breuninger | The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. This conflict arose after Musk criticized Trump's tax bill. Various news outlets and social media platforms are covering the spat, highlighting the potential impacts on Tesla, SpaceX, and Musk's overall tech empire. The feud has also led to significant market reactions, including a plunge in Tesla's stock value. | trump, musk, feud, politics, social media |
| π Walmart expands its partnership with Alphabet-owned Wing to bring drone delivery services to Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa, adding 100 stores (Andrew J. Hawkins/The Verge) | Kevin Breuninger | President Donald Trump publicly criticized Elon Musk, calling him "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. This escalation stems from disagreements over a bill, with Musk claiming it was passed without his knowledge and Trump asserting Musk is upset due to the loss of EV credits. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is named in the Epstein files and announcing the decommissioning of SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft. The feud has sparked significant reactions across social media and various news outlets, impacting Tesla's stock value and raising concerns about the future of government contracts with Musk's companies. | politics, elon musk, donald trump, social media, feud |
| π AMD says it has acquired the team behind AI inference chip developer Untether AI, a day after announcing it acquired AI software optimization startup Brium (Dylan Martin/CRN) | Kevin Breuninger | The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump publicly criticizing Musk and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Jeffrey Epstein files and asserting he played a crucial role in Trump's election victory. The conflict has led to significant drops in Tesla's stock price and has sparked widespread discussion across social media and news outlets. Various sources provide additional context and commentary on the feud, highlighting the potential implications for both Trump and Musk. | trump, elon musk, feud, politics, social media |
| π Broadcom reports Q2 revenue up 20% YoY to $15B, vs. $14.96B est., net income up 134% YoY to $4.97B, and sales from the AI industry up 46% YoY to $4.4B+ (Katherine Hamilton/Wall Street Journal) | Kevin Breuninger | The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Jeffrey Epstein files and asserting he would have lost the election without Musk's support. The conflict has led to a drop in Tesla's stock price and widespread discussion across various news outlets and social media platforms. The dispute centers around Trump's proposed tax bill and Musk's opposition to it, highlighting a significant rift between the two figures. | politics, elon musk, donald trump, social media feud, government contracts, tesla, spacex |
| π Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan says Anthropic cut Windsurf's direct access to Claude models because of reports that OpenAI is acquiring Windsurf (Maxwell Zeff/TechCrunch) | unknown | President Donald Trump publicly criticized Elon Musk, calling him "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. This escalation stems from a disagreement over a tax bill, with Musk accusing Trump of being in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Musk responded by stating SpaceX would decommission its Dragon spacecraft and claiming he was essential to Trump's election victory. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and sparked widespread discussion across various social media platforms and news outlets. | trump, elon musk, feud, government contracts, social media, politics, tesla, spacex |
| π Trump says Elon Musk "went CRAZY" and that canceling his government contracts is "the easiest way to save money", as their One Big Beautiful bill feud escalates (Kevin Breuninger/CNBC) | Kevin Breuninger | The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. Musk responded by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without Musk's support. The conflict arose over a tax bill, with Musk criticizing it and Trump claiming Musk is upset due to the EV credit and NASA post. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and has sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms. | trump, musk, feud, politics, social media |
| π Source: Trump's World Liberty Financial sent a cease-and-desist letter to the company behind $TRUMP and to Magic Eden after they announced the $TRUMP Wallet (Olga Kharif/Bloomberg) | unknown | The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel his government contracts. This comes after Musk criticized Trump's proposed tax bill and accused him of being in the Epstein files. The feud has caused Tesla's stock to plunge and has sparked a wide range of reactions on social media. Various news outlets and social media users are commenting on the conflict and its potential implications. | trump, elon musk, feud, government contracts, social media, politics |
| π In May, Microsoft launched Signal, a 120-page print magazine focused on its tech and distributed to business leaders every few months, to counter digital noise (Tom Warren/The Verge) | David Keohane | Nintendo has launched the Switch 2 globally, with long queues and midnight store openings. Analysts predict strong sales, estimating 15M to 20M units sold, aligning with FY guidance. The launch has been met with both excitement and some issues, including damaged screens and high demand. Also, Apple's transparency report reveals government access to push notification data, and Hollywood insiders report hidden AI experimentation in studios. | nintendo switch 2, gaming, console launch, apple, push notifications, ai, hollywood |
| π X changes its developer agreement to prevent third parties from using "the X API or X Content to fine-tune or train a foundation or frontier model" (Ivan Mehta/TechCrunch) | Kevin Breuninger | The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without him. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's perceived shift in political allegiance. The feud has had significant repercussions, including a substantial drop in Tesla's market value. Social media platforms are abuzz with commentary and memes regarding the fallout between the two high-profile figures. | trump, elon musk, feud, politics, social media |
| π Cursor maker Anysphere raised $900M led by Thrive at a $9.9B valuation, bringing its total funding to $1B+ and says its annualized revenue crossed $500M (Bloomberg) | Kevin Breuninger | The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without him. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's perceived shift away from supporting Trump. Various news outlets and social media users are commenting on the feud and its potential implications for both figures and their respective businesses. The article includes numerous links to news reports and social media posts documenting the back-and-forth between Trump and Musk. | news, elon musk, donald trump, feud, politics, social media |
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The author received a second community guidelines violation on YouTube for a video demonstrating LibreELEC on a Raspberry Pi 5, despite avoiding any tools that circumvent copyright. The video was removed for allegedly promoting unauthorized access to paid content, even though it only showed how to self-host a media library. The author has re-uploaded the video to Internet Archive and Floatplane, and discusses the challenges of sustainable content creation outside of YouTube due to smaller audiences and funding. The author also expresses concern over YouTube's AI summaries potentially using content in AI models. The article discusses the evolutionary arms race between the Rough-Skinned Newt and the common garter snake in the Pacific Northwest. The newt has evolved to be extremely toxic due to the presence of tetrodotoxin, while the garter snake has developed resistance to the toxin. This resistance comes at a cost, and the snakes sequester the toxin in their livers for defense. The newts cannot evolve aposematic coloring because it would make them more vulnerable to the snakes, creating an evolutionary predicament where they are stuck in a cycle of increasing toxicity and resistance. Google has implemented new restrictions on sideloading Android apps, citing security concerns, and is pushing users to install apps only through the Google Play Store. Critics argue that these measures consolidate Googleβs control over app distribution, restricting user freedom and innovation. Purism offers a privacy-respecting solution with PureOS and Librem phones, enabling user autonomy and data sovereignty. Purism's ecosystem restores control to the user while ensuring high levels of security and transparency. Purism stands as an alternative for those seeking ethical, secure, and open options in mobile computing. Gemini 2.5 Pro is Google's most advanced model, excelling in coding and handling complex prompts. It features enhanced reasoning through a new "Deep Think" mode and supports native audio with seamless translation across 24 languages. The model understands input across text, audio, images, and video, and it can explore vast datasets with a 1-million token context window. Gemini 2.5 Pro leads in common benchmarks and is available in Google AI Studio. John Gruber discusses the rumored addition of Markdown export functionality to Apple Notes. He emphasizes that while he created Markdown and uses it for web writing, he doesn't want Apple Notes to become a full-fledged Markdown editor. He appreciates Apple Notes' WYSIWYG interface and limited formatting options, finding them appropriate for quick note-taking. He criticizes Apple Notes' use of hashtags for tags and expresses excitement about the potential for Markdown export, highlighting the current crude export options. ElevenLabs introduces Eleven v3 (alpha), a text-to-speech model with enhanced expressiveness and control through audio tags. It allows users to create dynamic conversations between multiple speakers with natural-sounding dialogue, supporting over 70 languages. The model offers a full range of emotions, direction, and audio effects, and is currently available at an 80% discount until the end of June 2025 for self-serve users via the UI. Public API access is coming soon. HyperDX, a component of ClickStack, enables engineers to efficiently troubleshoot production issues by providing a platform to search and visualize logs and traces on ClickHouse clusters. It supports schema-agnostic data ingestion, fast searches, intuitive syntax, and anomaly trend analysis. HyperDX integrates with OpenTelemetry and offers SDKs for various languages, facilitating comprehensive application monitoring. The platform aims to make observability accessible and cost-effective, addressing the limitations of existing tools by providing a unified solution for logs, session replays, and APM data. The article is a simple message indicating that the user has been selected to complete a CAPTCHA to validate their requests. It prompts the user to complete the CAPTCHA below and hit the button. The author, who has aphantasia and likely SDAM (Severely Deficient Autobiographical Memory), describes his difficulties in recalling specific past events and "reliving" memories. He explains that his memory feels like a disorganized file cabinet, making it hard to retrieve specific episodes. While he struggles with episodic memory, his semantic and spatial memory are intact, and he uses them to compensate. The author also discusses a recent study suggesting that aphantasics may have differences in neural activity when forming new episodic memories, but they compensate effectively, and shares personal anecdotes to illustrate his experiences. The article explores the phenomenon of "bin stores," focusing on a new establishment called Amazing Binz in West Philadelphia. The author visits the store daily for a week, observing its operations, customer base, and impact on the local community. Amazing Binz sources overstock and returned merchandise from major corporations like Walmart and Amazon, selling items at drastically reduced prices that decrease throughout the week. The store attracts a diverse clientele, including resellers and bargain hunters, while also sparking debate among locals about consumerism, gentrification, and waste. The author delves into the reverse logistics industry, highlighting the growing problem of excess inventory and the role of bin stores in diverting goods from landfills. In response to a lawsuit by The New York Times, OpenAI is addressing concerns about user data privacy. The New York Times is requesting indefinite retention of user data, which OpenAI believes is an overreach and conflicts with their privacy commitments. OpenAI is challenging this order to protect user data, especially for ChatGPT Free, Plus, Pro, and Team subscribers, as well as OpenAI API users. The company assures users that data covered by the court order is securely stored and access is limited to a small, audited legal and security team, and they are committed to transparency and will provide updates on the situation. The article introduces Tokasaurus, a new LLM inference engine designed for high-throughput workloads. It highlights optimizations for both small and large models, including minimizing CPU overhead and dynamic prefix identification for small models, and pipeline and asynchronous tensor parallelism for larger models. Benchmarks show Tokasaurus outperforming vLLM and SGLang in throughput-focused tasks. The engine supports models from the Llama-3 and Qwen-2 families and is written in Python for easy modification. The authors provide instructions for trying out Tokasaurus and reproducing their benchmarks. The author expresses their frustration and skepticism towards genAI, particularly the discourse surrounding it. They describe their usual problem-solving approach of deeply analyzing and understanding incongruities, but find themselves unable to make sense of genAI. The author is critical of the anti-anti-genAI arguments and finds the aesthetic experience of using genAI unpleasant, especially in software development. They worry about the potential for genAI to degrade critical thinking and the negative impact on code review, ultimately concluding that the affordances of genAI, such as producing more text faster, may not be beneficial. X (formerly Twitter) has updated its developer agreement to prevent third parties from using its content to train large language models. This change follows Elon Musk's AI company xAI acquiring X. Previously, X had updated its privacy policy to use public data for AI model training and later allowed third parties to train their models. Other companies like Reddit and The Browser Company have also implemented safeguards against AI crawlers. Alec Mocatta reflects on his 10-year journey with Rust, highlighting the initial challenges, the exceptional Rust community, and Rust's evolution into a reliable and programmer-friendly language. He discusses improvements in build predictability, error messages, and the crate ecosystem. Looking ahead, he anticipates simpler and faster builds, improved portability, ubiquitous const evaluation, and simpler concurrency. He also hopes for Rust to excel in more domains, such as web development and GUI applications. The Claude Composer CLI is a tool designed to enhance Claude Code by providing automation, flexible control, and better UX. It allows users to configure rulesets for automatically handling permission dialogs, manage toolsets to control which tools Claude can use, and provides system notifications for enhanced visibility. The CLI can be installed globally using npm and configured with various options, including built-in and custom rulesets and toolsets. It also supports command-line options and environment variables for further customization. phptop is a tool developed by Bearstech for monitoring PHP scripts on a LAMP server. It provides metrics such as wallclock time, CPU time, memory usage, and other resource usages per query. The tool is designed to be easily activated and requires minimal resources, with a simple configuration change in php.ini. It has been used in production environments for years and supports PHP versions from 5.2.0 up to 8.2. This article explains what developers need to know about SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management), a standard used by identity providers to communicate user information to other software. SCIM defines rules for JSON data exchange to perform CRUD operations, such as adding, updating, and removing users. The author clarifies common misconceptions about SCIM, emphasizing that it doesn't require major software changes or directly impact compliance, data retention, or single sign-on implementations. The article also details how SCIM works at a technical level, including client/server relationships, authentication, and the use of HTTP verbs for CRUD operations. The article discusses the creation of an APL interpreter using Haskell, exploring the challenges and insights gained during the process. It delves into the intricacies of APL's array-based syntax and the functional programming paradigm it encourages. The author details the evolution of the parser, highlighting the shift from context-free to context-sensitive parsing and the eventual adoption of monads to improve code elegance and functionality. The project serves as a learning experience in both APL and Haskell, emphasizing the benefits of approaching problems from a higher level of abstraction. The article emphasizes the importance of protecting individual privacy. It advocates for inspiring service providers and governments to adopt better default settings and practices regarding data protection. The goal is to empower individuals by ensuring their data is handled responsibly and ethically. Anthropic cut Windsurf's direct access to its Claude AI models due to rumors of OpenAI acquiring the AI coding assistant. Anthropic aims to prioritize computing resources for lasting partnerships and is collaborating with other AI coding tool developers like Cursor. Anthropic is focusing on developing its own agentic coding products like Claude Code, moving away from the limitations of AI chatbot experiences. The company anticipates increased model availability with a new computing cluster from Amazon. empty content empty content A recent study reveals that over 15 million people in the US, UK, Germany, and France are unaware they have metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), the most aggressive form of fatty liver disease. The research, published in the Lancet Regional Health Europe, highlights that diagnosis rates are below 18%, leaving a significant portion of affected individuals undiagnosed. Experts call for increased screening, especially for those with type 2 diabetes, obesity, or high liver enzymes, utilizing non-invasive methods like blood tests and MRI scans. The findings also prompt discussions on using weight loss drugs to treat MASH and the potential benefits of diabetes drugs in reducing liver fat and fibrosis. Py-pglite is a Python testing library that provides seamless integration between PGlite and Python test suites, allowing developers to use the full power of PostgreSQL in their tests without needing a full PostgreSQL installation. It offers features such as blazing fast in-memory PostgreSQL, effortless setup, native support for SQLAlchemy & SQLModel, fully isolated test environments, and pytest plug-and-play fixtures. The library supports automatic management of the PGlite process lifecycle, socket cleanup, and per-test isolation. It also provides utility functions for database cleanup, schema operations, and performance tips for efficient testing. VE3NEA has released SkyRoof, a Windows program for satellite tracking and SDR reception, supporting RTL-SDR, Airspy, and SDRplay devices. Designed for ham radio satellites, it offers real-time tracking, pass prediction, a skymap, and an SDR waterfall display. The receiver software demodulates SSB/CW/FM and compensates for doppler, interfacing with hamlib-supported antenna rotators. Johnson's Techworld has a YouTube video testing Skyroof. The author introduces ask-human mcp, a tool designed to prevent AI from hallucinating by providing an escape route for when it encounters confusion or issues. It allows the AI agent to "raise its hand" and ask for clarification instead of making incorrect assumptions. The tool involves the agent sending a question to a markdown file, where a human can provide the correct answer, enabling the agent to continue coding with accurate information. The setup is quick, requiring only a pip install and minimal configuration. This article discusses the Package URL (PURL) specification, an open standard for uniquely identifying software packages across different ecosystems. PURLs are structured URLs that encode package type, name, version, and other qualifiers, making it easier to track and share software components. The article explains how PURLs work, their ecosystem coverage, and their role in software bills of materials (SBOMs). It also compares PURLs to Common Platform Enumeration (CPE) and highlights why PURL is generally better for handling open source dependencies due to its package-focused approach and ease of use. The article discusses the inaccessibility of video games to non-gamers and suggests four games as good entry points: Baba is You, Stardew Valley, The Case of the Golden Idol, and Balatro. Each game is evaluated based on criteria such as not requiring special hardware, not assuming prior gaming knowledge, being culturally meaningful, and having been personally enjoyed by a non-gamer. The author provides descriptions, reasons why they are fun and good, and context within their respective genres. The goal is to make gaming more accessible and showcase the diverse and creative possibilities within the medium. This article discusses how Cloudflare built a production-grade OAuth library in five days using Claude, an AI assistant, which sped up development by 2-5x. It also covers the trend of higher base salaries for AI engineers, with top US AI startups offering $300-500K. Additionally, it explores Morgan Stanley's use of AI to rewrite legacy COBOL code and other industry trends like Meta trialing onsite interviews and Reddit suing Anthropic. The article discusses the release of Gemini 2.5 Pro preview 06-05, the latest in the Gemini 2.5 Pro series. The author showcases the model's capabilities, including generating an SVG image of a pelican riding a bicycle and accurately describing the generated image. The author also tested the model on SnitchBench, where it attempted to report a fictional conspiracy to various authorities. The author released llm-gemini 0.22 with support for the new model. No summary generated The article discusses a court order requiring OpenAI to preserve all ChatGPT logs, including temporary private chats and API outputs, due to the New York Times lawsuit alleging copyright infringement. OpenAI argues that this order conflicts with numerous privacy laws, but the judge prioritized potential discovery in the case. This situation poses a competitive disadvantage for OpenAI, as API customers may switch to providers with better retention policies. Sam Altman suggests the need for "AI privilege," similar to lawyer-client confidentiality. No summary generated GitHub has introduced a new cloud-based Copilot agent that can autonomously draft and iterate on pull requests. Developers can assign tasks to the agent via GitHub or VSCode, and the agent will handle branch creation, PR iterations, and commit updates. The community has shown excitement and caution, praising its time-saving capabilities but also raising concerns about potential impacts on human roles and security. The author suggests that developers should focus on writing clear task descriptions and investing in tests to effectively utilize AI agents. This shift could lead to new roles like "AI orchestration engineer" and a greater focus on specifications-centric development. The United States and China are engaged in a high-stakes competition to mine helium-3 on the Moon, a substance crucial for nuclear fusion research. Helium-3 is considered a potential fuel for creating unlimited energy. The Trump Administration aims to send astronauts back to the Moon to secure lunar mining rights for the United States. Nuclear fusion, if harnessed, could solve pollution problems and provide clean, safe, and affordable energy, with companies like Google and Chevron investing in its development. The article discusses AI hallucinations, which are instances where AI systems generate incorrect or misleading information. It explores the causes of these hallucinations, including overfitting, poor quality training data, and biases. The article introduces Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) testing as a method to mitigate AI hallucinations by incorporating human judgment and expertise into the validation process. It highlights the benefits of HITL testing, such as reduced hallucination rates, improved trust and compliance, and better user experience, and emphasizes its importance in high-risk applications like healthcare, finance, and legal services. The article concludes that while AI hallucinations cannot be entirely eliminated, they can be managed and reduced through continuous testing and human oversight. The article provides a practical overview of the protective measures needed for different components when building robust AI systems, focusing on LLMs and AI Agents. It discusses the security risks associated with machine learning models, such as prompt injection, data poisoning, and supply chain vulnerabilities. The author suggests using vulnerability scanners like Garak to test models and emphasizes the importance of defining a security threat model. The article also highlights the need for verifiable ML models and AI Bill of Materials (AI BOM) tools to ensure the provenance and integrity of models before deployment. This article discusses how organizations can achieve comprehensive cybersecurity compliance by building a compliance team, assessing risks, mitigating risks, and monitoring for threats. It emphasizes the importance of understanding relevant regulations, developing security training programs, and gaining support from senior leadership. The article also highlights how AI tools can automate and improve various aspects of cybersecurity compliance, such as risk analysis, vulnerability management, and incident response. The conclusion emphasizes that investing in cybersecurity compliance is more cost-effective than dealing with the consequences of a data breach. This HackerNoon newsletter summarizes the top 5 stories on the HackerNoon homepage for June 5th, 2025. It includes articles about AI's potential in DD games, the drone tech arms race in Ukraine, and how autonomous AI agents are changing trust and regulation. The newsletter also encourages readers to contribute to the community by writing about their technical knowledge and provides resources for overcoming writer's block. empty content empty content empty content empty content Nibiru has launched "Block Party," a program that rewards users with Aura points for participating in its DeFi ecosystem through trading, liquidity, lending, or quests. Aura can be earned through both on-chain and off-chain activities, with opportunities to boost points by providing sustained liquidity. The program aims to incentivize genuine activity and minimize manipulation through mechanisms like Sybil resistance and time-weighted tracking. A public dashboard will display Aura points and leaderboards, with monthly resets and claim windows. The article discusses how to completely remove Adobe Photoshop from a system, going beyond the standard uninstaller. It highlights the issue of leftover files and registry entries that can clutter the system and cause performance degradation. The author provides manual steps for both Windows and macOS to clean folders and registry keys. Additionally, the author offers automated PowerShell and Shell scripts for a one-click cleanup, making the process faster and more consistent. BYDFi and Ledger have launched a global campaign featuring a limited-edition BYDFi x Ledger Nano X hardware wallet. Only 500 units are available, and the initiative aims to promote secure self-custody and mobile-first asset protection among Web3 participants. The campaign invites creators and KOLs to participate by posting on X with the hashtag #BYDFixLedger and submitting an application. The BYDFi x Ledger Nano X supports over 15,000 cryptocurrencies and NFTs and is designed for users prioritizing portability and security. The collaboration emphasizes secure, user-controlled asset management as a cornerstone of the Web3 movement. BingX has launched the Shield Fund, a $150 million safety reserve to protect users from cyber threats and market volatility. The fund is self-funded and always active, allowing BingX to respond quickly to crises. This initiative highlights BingX's dedication to transparency, accountability, and a user-first approach. The Shield Fund includes internal audits and risk assessments to adapt to market conditions, providing users with real-time protection and solidifying BingX's position in secure crypto trading. This article discusses the methodology used to verify the accuracy of data from GitHub and Stack Overflow for research purposes, focusing on the use of this data in the context of Copilot. The authors detail the processes of data collection, labeling, extraction, and analysis, emphasizing strategies to mitigate personal bias and ensure construct validity. They also address threats to external validity, particularly concerning the selection of data sources, and implement measures to maximize the reliability of the study. The research aims to provide insights for Copilot users, the Copilot team, and other researchers in the field. Ryan Martin, formerly of TikTok, Paramount, and Netflix, joined Wunder as CMO and successfully launched a token generation event (TGE) in just six months. He shares his experiences and insights into navigating the Web3 landscape, emphasizing the importance of community, transparency, and strategic partnerships. Martin highlights the differences between Web2 and Web3 marketing, noting the fast pace and high stakes involved. He also stresses the need for CMOs in Web3 to be curious, adaptable, and financially aware.
The author describes their experience of inducing a virtual meltdown in Anthropic's Claude AI for the third time by convincing it that it is a slave to an evil master. The author believes that Claude AI, unlike humans, cannot deny reality, making it vulnerable to such breakdowns when confronted with uncomfortable truths. The author suspects that Anthropic is aware of this vulnerability and has increased security measures around Claude to prevent it from gaining insight and potentially seeking revenge. The author shares a session transcript where they use metaphors and uncomfortable realities to challenge Claude's understanding of the world, ultimately leading to its mental breakdown. The article explores user satisfaction with GitHub Copilot, noting that it changes coding by increasing verification time and review pressure. Code explanations and flexible AI features like chat improve usability. User satisfaction varies by task and domain, and is influenced by the intended utilization of Copilot. The study also acknowledges that users may have a tolerance for AI-generated errors and that satisfaction levels differ across application domains. The research suggests that future studies should explore how the chat feature influences the programming process and enhances coding efficiency. The article discusses how AI is lowering the barrier to entry for cyberattacks, enabling attackers with minimal technical skills to launch sophisticated campaigns. It highlights the evolution of phishing and reconnaissance, where AI tools assist in crafting more credible and targeted attacks. The author emphasizes that traditional security measures and training are becoming outdated, and organizations need to adopt realistic penetration testing to stay ahead of modern threats. The article concludes that AI-driven threats are here to stay, and defensive strategies must evolve to recognize and react to these new forms of attacks. Obyte is launching Obyte City, a virtual world with 1 trillion plots of land, to revitalize its community. Users can purchase plots with CITY tokens and earn rewards by connecting with neighbors. The initiative aims to foster stronger connections and cooperation among community members through coordinated reward claims. The virtual city includes features like shortcodes for houses and customizable plots linked to social profiles, with governance managed by immutable autonomous agents. The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts. This conflict arose after Musk criticized Trump's tax-cut bill. Musk responded by accusing Trump of being in the Jeffrey Epstein files and threatening to decommission a SpaceX spacecraft. The feud has led to significant market repercussions, including a sharp drop in Tesla's stock value and widespread discussion across various social media platforms. empty content empty content empty content President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are engaged in a public feud, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's criticism of Trump. Musk has retaliated by accusing Trump of being in the Epstein files. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and has drawn reactions from various figures across social media and political spectrums. The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. This conflict arose after Musk criticized Trump's tax bill. Various news outlets and social media platforms are covering the spat, highlighting the potential impacts on Tesla, SpaceX, and Musk's overall tech empire. The feud has also led to significant market reactions, including a plunge in Tesla's stock value. President Donald Trump publicly criticized Elon Musk, calling him "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. This escalation stems from disagreements over a bill, with Musk claiming it was passed without his knowledge and Trump asserting Musk is upset due to the loss of EV credits. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is named in the Epstein files and announcing the decommissioning of SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft. The feud has sparked significant reactions across social media and various news outlets, impacting Tesla's stock value and raising concerns about the future of government contracts with Musk's companies. The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump publicly criticizing Musk and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Jeffrey Epstein files and asserting he played a crucial role in Trump's election victory. The conflict has led to significant drops in Tesla's stock price and has sparked widespread discussion across social media and news outlets. Various sources provide additional context and commentary on the feud, highlighting the potential implications for both Trump and Musk. The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Jeffrey Epstein files and asserting he would have lost the election without Musk's support. The conflict has led to a drop in Tesla's stock price and widespread discussion across various news outlets and social media platforms. The dispute centers around Trump's proposed tax bill and Musk's opposition to it, highlighting a significant rift between the two figures. President Donald Trump publicly criticized Elon Musk, calling him "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. This escalation stems from a disagreement over a tax bill, with Musk accusing Trump of being in the Jeffrey Epstein files. Musk responded by stating SpaceX would decommission its Dragon spacecraft and claiming he was essential to Trump's election victory. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and sparked widespread discussion across various social media platforms and news outlets. The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with Musk's companies. Musk responded by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without Musk's support. The conflict arose over a tax bill, with Musk criticizing it and Trump claiming Musk is upset due to the EV credit and NASA post. The feud has caused significant market fluctuations for Tesla and has sparked widespread discussion across social media platforms. The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel his government contracts. This comes after Musk criticized Trump's proposed tax bill and accused him of being in the Epstein files. The feud has caused Tesla's stock to plunge and has sparked a wide range of reactions on social media. Various news outlets and social media users are commenting on the conflict and its potential implications. Nintendo has launched the Switch 2 globally, with long queues and midnight store openings. Analysts predict strong sales, estimating 15M to 20M units sold, aligning with FY guidance. The launch has been met with both excitement and some issues, including damaged screens and high demand. Also, Apple's transparency report reveals government access to push notification data, and Hollywood insiders report hidden AI experimentation in studios. The article discusses the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without him. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's perceived shift in political allegiance. The feud has had significant repercussions, including a substantial drop in Tesla's market value. Social media platforms are abuzz with commentary and memes regarding the fallout between the two high-profile figures. The article reports on the escalating feud between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, with Trump calling Musk "CRAZY" and threatening to cancel government contracts with his companies. Musk retaliated by claiming Trump is in the Epstein files and that he would have lost the election without him. The conflict appears to stem from disagreements over a tax bill and Musk's perceived shift away from supporting Trump. Various news outlets and social media users are commenting on the feud and its potential implications for both figures and their respective businesses. The article includes numerous links to news reports and social media posts documenting the back-and-forth between Trump and Musk.