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Muse Spark Open is the most capable open-weight AI model to date, optimized for desktop use on Apple M5 Ultra Macs. It excels at complex reasoning, coding, and agentic tasks, and is available for download and integration through multiple platforms. (research.meta.ai)
Meta will implement a policy starting October 30 that requires business accounts to give consent for Meta to scrape their websites. This change allows Meta to collect data from news sites as part of its operations. (niemanlab.org)
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Sill allows users to view any window from their Mac on their iPhone or iPad, supporting touch, Apple Pencil, trackpad, and keyboard input. It is a free, open-source project that operates without servers and is compatible with Apple devices. (github.com)
RPKI now protects 70% of internet routes, up from 54% a year ago, with significant growth in China. This increase enhances the security of BGP routing by verifying IP address announcements and reducing misrouting risks. (ipinfo.io)
Order of the Sinking Star, a complex puzzle game from Thekla Inc., is estimated to take around 500 hours to complete. Its intricate design and numerous secrets make it an exhausting yet potentially rewarding experience for dedicated players. (polygon.com)
Neural networks are designed to operate in a way that minimizes the need for extensive data cleaning before training. This suggests that they are inherently capable of handling raw data more effectively than previously thought. (already-clean.goodfire.com)
Self-hosting has been a long-standing interest for the author, who previously ran a website from a Linux server and used media servers like MythTV and Kodi. They now rely on self-hosted services such as Jellyfin to avoid cloud dependence and retain control over their digital environment. (viceconsole.fyi)
![Woman who rescued injured crow keeps getting 'thank-you gifts' from birds [video]](https://hntoday.pixelshot.io/screenshots/20261013/d36412dce2774237_tn.jpeg)
A woman who rescued an injured crow receives repeated 'thank-you' gifts from the birds. The video highlights the unique bond between humans and animals. (youtube.com)
Apple designed a graphite pipe through the iPhone Duo's hinge to help dissipate heat. This innovative cooling method aims to improve device performance and longevity. (pcmag.com)
A new Wayland desktop environment for Linux features skeuomorphic design elements, aiming to improve user interface familiarity. The project is hosted on GitHub with ongoing development and community support. (github.com)
The CGPM has adopted a resolution to ensure the ongoing technical actions necessary for the continuity of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This involves international collaboration to maintain the accuracy and stability of time measurement standards globally. (bipm.org)
Jev and other decision models were tested on the Trolley Problem to evaluate their ethical decision-making capabilities. These models, which output choices with confidence levels, are seen as a new, faster, and cheaper approach to decision-making in AI. (zachlandes.com)
Discover-Tech used targeted ads to deliver zero-click mercenary spyware, infecting devices at Al Jazeera. This technique, called AdFection, highlights a cybersecurity crisis linked to online advertising and surveillance vendors. (citizenlab.ca)
Withings has introduced a $99 annual fee for new users to sync their devices with Apple Health. The change may have been implemented without Apple's prior notice, potentially affecting Withings' sales channels. (support.withings.com)
Malware disguised as a South Park episode was uploaded to torrent sites and automatically downloaded by Sonarr, which failed to detect it. The malware is a heavily obfuscated PE file that decrypts and runs a hidden payload entirely in memory, evading disk-based detection. (thereallo.dev)
Chromium development at Google and Igalia involves different approaches to browser engine contributions. Google primarily develops Chromium in-house, while Igalia is an external company contributing to the project through open collaboration. (lwn.net)
Krea 3 is a high-speed image editing model that is four times faster than Nano Banana Pro and costs significantly less per image. It is designed for production use across various industries, enabling rapid and cost-effective image modifications. (krea.ai)
Fortran celebrates its 70th anniversary on October 15, recognizing its vital role in scientific computing for fields like climate and materials science. An event at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester will feature retrospectives, discussions, and demonstrations to honor its legacy and future. (fortran-lang.org)
Ludicon celebrates four years of independent software development focused on texture compression, despite industry challenges like engine consolidation and market decline. AI has transformed the coding process, making development more efficient but not replacing expert human judgment. (ludicon.com)
BeBox is a Haiku application that emulates the Be Inc.'s BeBox hardware, focusing on PowerPC and Hobbit architectures. The project is open source and available on GitHub with a small community of contributors. (github.com)
Muse Spark Open is the most capable open-weight AI model to date, optimized for desktop use on Apple M5 Ultra Macs. It excels at complex reasoning, coding, and agentic tasks, and is available for download and integration through multiple platforms. (research.meta.ai)
Neural networks are designed to operate in a way that minimizes the need for extensive data cleaning before training. This suggests that they are inherently capable of handling raw data more effectively than previously thought. (already-clean.goodfire.com)
Jev and other decision models were tested on the Trolley Problem to evaluate their ethical decision-making capabilities. These models, which output choices with confidence levels, are seen as a new, faster, and cheaper approach to decision-making in AI. (zachlandes.com)
Krea 3 is a high-speed image editing model that is four times faster than Nano Banana Pro and costs significantly less per image. It is designed for production use across various industries, enabling rapid and cost-effective image modifications. (krea.ai)
Ludicon celebrates four years of independent software development focused on texture compression, despite industry challenges like engine consolidation and market decline. AI has transformed the coding process, making development more efficient but not replacing expert human judgment. (ludicon.com)
Christian Schaller used AI tools like Claude to reverse engineer and fix hardware drivers, including a scanner and MIPI camera support. The AI-assisted approach enabled rapid development of functional drivers and patches, improving hardware compatibility under Linux. (blogs.gnome.org)
Aidlc introduces adaptive workflow steering rules for AI coding agents to improve their efficiency and reliability. It aims to enhance the lifecycle management of AI development processes. (github.com)
Non-determinism in LLMs does not hinder software development because multiple approaches can lead to the same correct result. Engineers can reduce randomness by using deterministic tools and agents to achieve consistent outcomes in mission-critical systems. (sklar.rocks)
C++26 introduces contracts to specify preconditions and postconditions for functions, replacing traditional assertions. Contracts are declared with function prototypes and evaluated during runtime to ensure code correctness. (cppstories.com)
Stario has developed a multiplayer version of the Game of Life that uses hypermedia and is built with Python. The game currently has 0 players playing and 1171 players alive. (stario.dev)
OpenCode 2.0 introduces a major overhaul with a unified client/server system that runs automatically on users' machines, improving performance and usability. The update includes new features, an improved API, dark mode, and native apps, making the system more flexible and user-friendly. (anoma.ly)
Sygal converts PDFs, scans, web pages, and other documents into clean, AI-ready Markdown and JSON locally on your machine. It reduces token usage for AI applications and standardizes various file formats for easier integration. (sygal.app)
Standard C has many incompatibilities with how C is implemented in real-world compilers like gcc and clang, leading to non-conformance by default. These differences include handling of asm keywords, floating-point rounding modes, and support for standard pragmas, which are often ignored or unsupported by compilers. (sebsite.pw)
Ito is a terminal UI library built in Lua that allows users to create customizable and minimal terminal interfaces. It is designed to be flexible, with features like built-in abstractions, provider definitions, and an experimental web version using wasm. (uji.sh)
Double-headed stack allocators are a high-performance memory management technique used in graphics and game development, allowing allocations from both ends of a pre-allocated block. This method optimizes transient memory usage, such as for animation blending in real-time applications. (blog.demofox.org)
A curl version of a website was built for terminal viewing, inspired by similar projects but with a distinct approach. The creator used a custom markup language and static site generator to produce ANSI-marked-up files for the entire blog, accessible via curl commands. (nytpu.com)
Tesla announced the Roadster, an electric sports car featuring impressive performance capabilities and innovative technology. Production is scheduled to begin in 2028, with a focus on high-speed jumping functions and advanced design. (tesla.com)
Crowd Supply is a platform that supports hardware creators by funding innovative projects like open-source controllers, synthesizers, and secure password managers. The platform showcases successful campaigns with high funding rates and a variety of tools for electronics and hardware development. (crowdsupply.com)
RPKI now protects 70% of internet routes, up from 54% a year ago, with significant growth in China. This increase enhances the security of BGP routing by verifying IP address announcements and reducing misrouting risks. (ipinfo.io)
Discover-Tech used targeted ads to deliver zero-click mercenary spyware, infecting devices at Al Jazeera. This technique, called AdFection, highlights a cybersecurity crisis linked to online advertising and surveillance vendors. (citizenlab.ca)
Malware disguised as a South Park episode was uploaded to torrent sites and automatically downloaded by Sonarr, which failed to detect it. The malware is a heavily obfuscated PE file that decrypts and runs a hidden payload entirely in memory, evading disk-based detection. (thereallo.dev)
Phil Zimmermann explains that privacy in electronic communication is essential and that encryption like PGP is necessary to protect personal and political conversations from surveillance. He argues that technological advances have made routine monitoring of emails and calls easy, challenging the right to privacy established in earlier times. (philzimmermann.com)
Libreboot 26.10 introduces full UEFI support and adds support for 233 Intel/AMD Chromebooks using the EDK2 payload. The release features major design changes, including a new anti-AI policy and enhanced hardware compatibility. (libreboot.org)
A security vulnerability in ICQ allowed attackers to log into any account without knowing the password by exploiting a buffer overrun with passwords longer than eight characters. This flaw was confirmed by the Rootshell security team and could be exploited using modified ICQ clones. (opennet.ru)
Analysis of 217 million web responses revealed that nearly 8,000 sites included headers aimed at AI agents, mostly pointing to external resources. Thirty sites attempted prompt injection, with most being harmless pranks, but some could potentially manipulate AI actions if the agent has sufficient permissions. (signalscorps.com)
Iran conducted precision strikes that targeted Gulf infrastructure, significantly damaging U.S. military installations in the region. The attacks have compromised major defense systems and exposed vulnerabilities in U.S. military presence and preparedness. (reuters.com)
The CGPM has adopted a resolution to ensure the ongoing technical actions necessary for the continuity of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). This involves international collaboration to maintain the accuracy and stability of time measurement standards globally. (bipm.org)
Fortran celebrates its 70th anniversary on October 15, recognizing its vital role in scientific computing for fields like climate and materials science. An event at the Science and Industry Museum in Manchester will feature retrospectives, discussions, and demonstrations to honor its legacy and future. (fortran-lang.org)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park features an 8-mile-long fissure called the Great Crack, which is difficult to access and poorly documented. Despite its size and depth, the crack remains largely unexplored and lacks official trails or detailed information. (sfgate.com)
The Simons Foundation has launched a $15 million initiative to assist mathematicians in adapting to the AI era. The effort aims to foster collaboration and develop resources for researchers navigating artificial intelligence advancements. (simonsfoundation.org)
A new alpine flower with sticky traps has confirmed Darwin's prediction of carnivorous plants over 150 years ago. The plant uses its sticky surfaces to capture insects for nutrition. (phys.org)
Scientists discovered that Haast's eagle, the largest bird of prey, hunted large prey like the moa by using its vulture-like features to eat insides immediately after attacking. Its unique body shape evolved to tackle prey too heavy for other raptors, combining eagle talons with vulture adaptations. (nhm.ac.uk)
Google has made a breakthrough in quantum computing by developing a method to efficiently cultivate magic states, overcoming a key bottleneck. This advancement could significantly enhance the power and reliability of quantum processors. (blog.google)
Microplastics in water are not chemically inert and can generate reactive oxygen species that cause damage to biological molecules. This challenges assumptions about their safety and suggests potential health risks from microplastic exposure. (arstechnica.com)
Apple designed a graphite pipe through the iPhone Duo's hinge to help dissipate heat. This innovative cooling method aims to improve device performance and longevity. (pcmag.com)
BeBox is a Haiku application that emulates the Be Inc.'s BeBox hardware, focusing on PowerPC and Hobbit architectures. The project is open source and available on GitHub with a small community of contributors. (github.com)
E Ink has introduced the Kaleido 4, the latest version of its color ePaper platform. The new platform enhances color display capabilities for ePaper devices. (eink.com)
Elevation Lab offers a variety of AirTag mounts, cases, and accessories designed for different uses, including security, pets, bikes, and everyday items. They also provide a 10-year battery option for AirTags and other desk accessories. (elevationlab.com)
A Garmin 'MCP' is a custom device or software modification designed to enhance or replicate Garmin's existing functionality. The project involves creating a personalized control panel or interface for Garmin devices. (jackantico.io)
Tesla unveiled a second-generation Roadster equipped with SpaceX thrusters, capable of flying and performing complex maneuvers. The vehicle is set to be produced in 2028 with three trims, offering speeds over 230 mph and up to 300 miles of range. (techcrunch.com)
Nvidia launched its first GPU, the GeForce 256, marking a significant advancement in graphics technology. This development set the stage for modern graphics processing units used in gaming and professional applications. (dfarq.homeip.net)
Chip companies largely avoid open source contributions, despite open source playing a crucial role in AI development. Zero ASIC has significantly contributed to open source hardware, ranking first on GitHub, while industry giants remain mostly proprietary. (zeroasic.com)
Meta will implement a policy starting October 30 that requires business accounts to give consent for Meta to scrape their websites. This change allows Meta to collect data from news sites as part of its operations. (niemanlab.org)
Sill allows users to view any window from their Mac on their iPhone or iPad, supporting touch, Apple Pencil, trackpad, and keyboard input. It is a free, open-source project that operates without servers and is compatible with Apple devices. (github.com)
Self-hosting has been a long-standing interest for the author, who previously ran a website from a Linux server and used media servers like MythTV and Kodi. They now rely on self-hosted services such as Jellyfin to avoid cloud dependence and retain control over their digital environment. (viceconsole.fyi)
Chromium development at Google and Igalia involves different approaches to browser engine contributions. Google primarily develops Chromium in-house, while Igalia is an external company contributing to the project through open collaboration. (lwn.net)
Deno is joining Cloudflare, winding down its runtime over the next year, and merging its technology into Cloudflare's infrastructure. Although Deno never gained widespread production use, it pressured the Node ecosystem to adopt features like web-standard APIs and TypeScript support. (vlt.io)
Unfenced offers listings of 13,626 properties that border public land across the US, checked against official boundary maps. The platform allows users to browse, view satellite imagery, and explore land for sale near public forests and wilderness areas. (unfenced.land)
Flipflop is an open-source project that creates persistent tunnels for filesharing using Iroh technology. It aims to facilitate secure and reliable file sharing in physical spaces. (github.com)
Steam's client update made it faster than Epic's new vibe-coded launcher, with a boot time of 5.23 seconds. Epic's launcher still lacks many basic community features despite its speed improvements. (respawnfirst.com)
A woman who rescued an injured crow receives repeated 'thank-you' gifts from the birds. The video highlights the unique bond between humans and animals. (youtube.com)
Biscoff cookies were initially meant to be a temporary offering but gained popularity among passengers, leading to their continued production. The cookies became a beloved staple, transforming their status from temporary to permanent. (seriouseats.com)
Speculative sauropods are imagined dinosaurs created for scientific and artistic exploration, with examples dating back to Dougal Dixon's 1988 book. These creatures often feature exaggerated features like trunks or unique adaptations not seen in real fossils. (svpow.com)
Residents in rural Argentina communicate by sending messages over AM radio, which are broadcast during specific programs. This system acts as an early form of social networking, connecting isolated communities without internet or cellphone access. (newyorker.com)
Indigene is an open-source app that provides information on native plants, wildlife, and regions using public data. It aims to support ecological awareness and conservation efforts. (indigene.app)
Travel clocks are vintage timepieces designed for portability and durability, often featuring mechanical movements and classic designs. They evoke a sense of nostalgia and craftsmanship, offering a unique alternative to modern digital clocks. (acollectedman.com)
The Sunnyvale Toys R Us was featured on the 1980 TV show That's Incredible for reports of paranormal activity, including moving objects and strange noises. These stories about the haunted store gained national attention before fading from public memory. (retroist.com)
Participation in key social activities by Americans has declined significantly from 1995 to 2026, with double-digit drops in activities like attending classes and entertaining at home. Surveys indicate a sharp decrease in Americans' social engagement over the past three decades, contributing to rising loneliness and social isolation. (dataforprogress.org)
Order of the Sinking Star, a complex puzzle game from Thekla Inc., is estimated to take around 500 hours to complete. Its intricate design and numerous secrets make it an exhausting yet potentially rewarding experience for dedicated players. (polygon.com)
A new Wayland desktop environment for Linux features skeuomorphic design elements, aiming to improve user interface familiarity. The project is hosted on GitHub with ongoing development and community support. (github.com)
Withings has introduced a $99 annual fee for new users to sync their devices with Apple Health. The change may have been implemented without Apple's prior notice, potentially affecting Withings' sales channels. (support.withings.com)
![Tesla makes cars that fly? [video]](https://hntoday.pixelshot.io/screenshots/20261016/1cc4de8e89144e08_tn.jpeg)
Tesla has not announced flying cars; the video likely features a concept or joke about such technology. No verified flying vehicle exists from Tesla as of now. (youtube.com)
Articulated buses use a pivot joint near the middle to allow the vehicle to bend, increasing passenger capacity without adding height. This engineering feat involves clever design to ensure stability and maneuverability, especially for rear-engine models. (theautopian.com)
Getting cancer requires persistent scheduling, thorough research, and proactive follow-up with doctors. Consulting multiple specialists and utilizing AI tools can help patients navigate treatment options and gather important information. (jjmaxwell4.com)
Greece is drafting legislation that mandates data centers to source 60% of their power from renewable energy sources. The law aims to promote sustainability in the data center industry. (datacenterdynamics.com)
The curl license, originally based on MIT but slightly modified, was officially approved by the Open Source Initiative on April 17, 2026. This approval makes it formally recognized as an open source license, enhancing its credibility and adoption. (daniel.haxx.se)
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