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ICE is seeking input from the industry on the use of ad tech and location data for investigative purposes. The article discusses ICE's interest in leveraging these data sources to enhance its enforcement and investigative capabilities.

The article explores the concept of 'Wirth's Revenge', a phenomenon where programming languages become more complex over time, contradicting the original simplicity principles espoused by Niklaus Wirth. It delves into the factors that contribute to this trend and the challenges faced by language designers in maintaining language simplicity.

The CIA has announced the closure of the World Factbook, a popular online resource that provided detailed information about countries around the world. The decision has been met with disappointment from users who relied on the Factbook as a valuable source of data and analysis.

The article describes the development of a nanoscale robot, or 'nanobot', that can be remotely controlled and used for various medical and industrial applications. The nanobot is designed to be biocompatible, capable of navigating through biological environments, and able to perform tasks such as targeted drug delivery and minimally invasive surgery.

This is a little game implemented over a week of tinkering and targeting Emacs.

The point is both to have fun with this kind of simulations, and also explore the "functional core / imperative shell" approach to architecture. I also developed a tile and tile effect definition DSL, which makes this even easier to extend. From this point of view it's a success: easy testing, easy extension,

Gameplay-wise the simulation is too simplistic, and needs input from people interested in this kind of toys. The original Micropolis/SimSity is the last time I built a virtual city.

The article explores how the agent skills of OpenClaws, a popular password manager, can be exploited by attackers to create malware. It highlights the potential security risks associated with the increasing complexity of password management tools and emphasizes the need for continuous security audits and updates to protect users' sensitive information.

BMW has redesigned its iconic logo, creating a middle finger-shaped symbol that is seen as a direct challenge to the right-to-repair movement. The new logo is viewed as a bold statement against consumers' ability to repair their own vehicles.

The article explores the concept of 'company as code', where a company's operations and infrastructure are managed through code, similar to how software development is managed. It discusses the benefits of this approach, such as increased efficiency, scalability, and flexibility in running a business.

The article explores the concept of a 'missing layer' in software development, where certain crucial aspects of the system are overlooked or not properly addressed. It discusses the importance of identifying and addressing this missing layer to ensure the overall robustness and reliability of the system.

Valve has delayed the launch of its Steam Machine gaming consoles and the accompanying Steam Controller, citing pricing and memory issues. The company is working to address these challenges before releasing the products to the market.

The article discusses Allegro's experience with battle-testing Lynx.js, a JavaScript library for building high-performance web applications. It highlights the challenges Allegro faced, the solutions they implemented, and the lessons learned from stress-testing Lynx.js to ensure its reliability and scalability.

A study found that cannabis usage in middle-aged and older adults is associated with larger brain volume and better cognitive function, suggesting potential benefits in these age groups.

The CIA is discontinuing the World Factbook, a comprehensive reference guide on countries and territories worldwide, citing budget cuts and a shift in priorities. The decision has raised concerns among researchers and data enthusiasts who rely on the Factbook as a valuable resource for geopolitical and demographic information.

The article explores the inner workings of Hacker News, a popular online community for tech enthusiasts, highlighting the platform's opaque moderation practices, algorithm, and the influence of 'power users' in shaping discussions and content.

The article discusses the Trump administration's decision to end the CIA's production of the World Factbook, a long-standing reference guide on countries around the world. This move was attributed to Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe, who cited a need to focus on more pressing national security priorities.

FIPSPad is an open-source software project that aims to provide a secure and privacy-focused notepad application, incorporating FIPS-validated cryptographic algorithms to protect user data. The project focuses on developing a cross-platform solution that is easy to use and offers advanced security features for sensitive information.

The article discusses how the team at Floe used the H3 geospatial indexing system to significantly improve the performance of geo-join operations, achieving a 400% speed improvement over their previous approach.

At work I need to use Teams. It supports a few Markdown features, but the editing experience for long message isn't smooth. So, I often write in nvim, preview it in the browser and then copy paste to Teams. This tool help me get rid of the review and copy step.

Build with Rust + Claude Code. Tested on Windows and Mac, should works on Ubuntu as well.

Caveats: it's still up to the pasted app to handle the HTML clipboard content.

The article discusses the Police2Peer platform, a Norwegian initiative that allows citizens to report crimes and share information with the police through a secure, peer-to-peer network. The platform aims to improve communication and cooperation between the public and law enforcement to enhance public safety and crime prevention.

BMW plans to expand its subscription-based service offerings, despite backlash over its 'heated seat' subscription model. The article discusses BMW's strategy to monetize software and features through recurring payments, a trend seen across the automotive industry.