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Two Years of Emacs Solo
celadevra_ about 9 hours ago

Two Years of Emacs Solo

This article chronicles the author's two-year journey of using Emacs as their sole text editor, highlighting the benefits they've experienced, such as increased productivity, customizability, and a deeper understanding of their computing environment.

rahuljuliato.com
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No, it doesn't cost Anthropic $5k per Claude Code user
jnord about 10 hours ago

No, it doesn't cost Anthropic $5k per Claude Code user

The article debunks the claim that it costs Anthropic $5,000 per user to provide access to the Claude AI, explaining that the actual costs are significantly lower and that the company's pricing is based on various factors, not a fixed per-user cost.

martinalderson.com
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Learnings from paying artists royalties for AI-generated art
jenthoven about 7 hours ago

Learnings from paying artists royalties for AI-generated art

The article discusses Kapwing's experience with paying royalties to artists whose work was used to train their AI model, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned in establishing a fair and sustainable model for compensating creators in the AI-generated art ecosystem.

kapwing.com
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Rendezvous with Rama
Vermin2000 about 12 hours ago

Rendezvous with Rama

The article discusses the science fiction novel 'Rendezvous with Rama' by Arthur C. Clarke. It explores the novel's premise of a mysterious alien spacecraft entering the Solar System and the scientific and philosophical implications of such an encounter.

blog.engora.com
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Windows: Microsoft broke the only thing that mattered
kjellsbells about 4 hours ago

Windows: Microsoft broke the only thing that mattered

Microsoft has made significant changes to its Windows operating system, which has sparked controversy among users. The article discusses the company's decision to prioritize new features and design elements over the core user experience that many have come to rely on.

yankodesign.com
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The “JVG algorithm” only wins on tiny numbers
jhalderm about 9 hours ago

The “JVG algorithm” only wins on tiny numbers

The article discusses the author's perspective on the concept of quantum supremacy, its implications for the future of quantum computing, and the challenges involved in achieving and verifying this milestone.

scottaaronson.blog
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Amazon holds engineering meeting following AI-related outages
petethomas about 4 hours ago

Amazon holds engineering meeting following AI-related outages

The article discusses the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the legal profession, highlighting concerns about AI's ability to automate certain legal tasks and the ethical challenges it poses in the field of law.

ft.com
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Claude Code, Claude Cowork and Codex #5
swolpers about 4 hours ago

Claude Code, Claude Cowork and Codex #5

This article discusses the author's experience with Claude, an AI assistant, and its potential to revolutionize work and collaboration through features like code writing, task completion, and knowledge retrieval.

thezvi.wordpress.com
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Iran's attacks on Amazon data centers in UAE, Bahrain signal a new kind of war
rawgabbit about 9 hours ago

Iran's attacks on Amazon data centers in UAE, Bahrain signal a new kind of war

Iran's recent cyberattacks on Amazon data centers in the UAE and Bahrain mark a new era of warfare, as AI technology plays an increasingly strategic role, according to analysts. These attacks demonstrate the growing threat of state-sponsored cyber warfare targeting critical infrastructure.

fortune.com
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US blindsides states with surprise settlement in Live Nation/Ticketmaster trial
voxadam about 10 hours ago

US blindsides states with surprise settlement in Live Nation/Ticketmaster trial

The U.S. government has reached a surprise settlement in its antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, ending the trial before its conclusion. The settlement allows the companies to continue their merger and maintain their dominant position in the live music ticketing industry.

arstechnica.com
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The Cost of 'Lightweight' Frameworks: From Tauri to Native Rust
birdculture about 9 hours ago

The Cost of 'Lightweight' Frameworks: From Tauri to Native Rust

The article discusses the author's dislike for WebKit and their reasons for preferring other web rendering engines. It outlines technical issues the author has encountered with WebKit and advocates for more competition in the browser engine market.

gethopp.app
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United States Leads Dismantlement of One of the Largest Hacker Forums
mikhael about 4 hours ago

United States Leads Dismantlement of One of the Largest Hacker Forums

The United States Department of Justice announced the dismantling of one of the world's largest hacker forums, RaidForums, which was used to facilitate the buying and selling of stolen sensitive information and hacking tools.

justice.gov
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Press-One: Auto-accept every Claude Code prompt
EmptyDrum about 2 hours ago

Press-One: Auto-accept every Claude Code prompt

The article discusses the development of Press One, an open-source, decentralized social media platform that aims to provide users with more control over their data and content. It highlights the platform's focus on privacy, content moderation, and the use of blockchain technology to ensure transparency and user empowerment.

github.com
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Trump considering taking over Strait of Hormuz
geox about 6 hours ago

Trump considering taking over Strait of Hormuz

The article discusses President Trump's comments on the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, particularly regarding the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. It highlights the president's assertion that the 'war is very complete' and provides context around the current state of the conflict.

cbsnews.com
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Kettle, open source tooling for TEE-attested builds
indirect about 10 hours ago

Kettle, open source tooling for TEE-attested builds

The article introduces Kettle, an open-source data integration tool that allows users to extract, transform, and load data from various sources. Kettle provides a user-friendly graphical interface and supports a wide range of data sources, making it a versatile tool for data integration and management tasks.

github.com
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Open Weights Isn't Open Training
addiefoote8 about 10 hours ago

Open Weights Isn't Open Training

The article discusses the concept of open weights and open training, which involves making the underlying weights and models of AI systems publicly available. This approach aims to promote transparency, collaboration, and the advancement of AI technology.

workshoplabs.ai
6 1
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Concern over US travel visas prompts Ig Nobels to move its awards to Europe
geephroh about 12 hours ago

Concern over US travel visas prompts Ig Nobels to move its awards to Europe

The article discusses the 2022 Ig Nobel Prizes, which honor comical scientific achievements that first make people laugh, then make them think. The prizes were awarded for research on topics such as the unexpected benefits of using a metronome while walking, the physics of partially full beer bottles, and the applications of vortex-induced vibrations.

apnews.com
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Xkcd: Change in Slope
ravenical about 9 hours ago

Xkcd: Change in Slope

The article explores the concept of a 'dating app' for people with specific interests or hobbies, allowing them to find compatible partners. It suggests creating niche dating apps for various topics, from astronomy to bird-watching, as a potential business opportunity.

xkcd.com
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Boredom Is the Price We Pay for Meaning
myth_drannon about 7 hours ago

Boredom Is the Price We Pay for Meaning

The article explores the impact of boredom on parenting, highlighting how it can lead to personal growth and stronger family bonds. It suggests that embracing boredom can foster creativity, empathy, and a deeper appreciation for the simple moments in parenting.

theatlantic.com
5 1
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Trump is heading for a hard reckoning over Iran
leiftw about 10 hours ago

Trump is heading for a hard reckoning over Iran

The article discusses the potential consequences for President Trump and his administration regarding their approach to Iran. It suggests that Trump's withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal and implementation of a 'maximum pressure' campaign against Iran could lead to a difficult reckoning, as the US faces the risk of escalating tensions and conflict with Iran.

spectator.com
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