Anthropic, please make a new Slack
Anthropic, an artificial intelligence research company, has announced the launch of a new Slack integration that allows users to interact with large language models like ChatGPT directly within Slack. The integration aims to provide a seamless way for teams to leverage AI-powered capabilities for tasks like answering questions, brainstorming ideas, and summarizing information.
Entomologists use a particle accelerator to image ants at scale
This article discusses the development of a new 3D scanning system called AntScan, which uses particle accelerator technology to create high-resolution images of objects. The system is designed to provide detailed scans of small, fragile, or complex objects without causing damage.
Astra: An open-source observatory control software
Astra is an open-source, cloud-native database management system that provides a scalable and highly available data storage solution. It supports a wide range of data models, including key-value, document, and tabular, and offers features such as automatic sharding, replication, and backup.
The worst acquisition in history, again
The article discusses the acquisition of AOL by Time Warner, considered one of the worst business deals in history. It explores the factors that led to the failure of this merger, including the clash of cultures, the overvaluation of AOL, and the inability to adapt to the changing digital landscape.
Show HN: Claude-replay – A video-like player for Claude Code sessions
I got tired of sharing AI demos with terminal screenshots or screen recordings.
Claude Code already stores full session transcripts locally as JSONL files. Those logs contain everything: prompts, tool calls, thinking blocks, and timestamps.
I built a small CLI tool that converts those logs into an interactive HTML replay.
You can step through the session, jump through the timeline, expand tool calls, and inspect the full conversation.
The output is a single self-contained HTML file — no dependencies. You can email it, host it anywhere, embed it in a blog post, and it works on mobile.
Repo: https://github.com/es617/claude-replay
Example replay: https://es617.github.io/assets/demos/peripheral-uart-demo.ht...
TypeScript 6.0 RC
The article announces the release of TypeScript 6.0 Release Candidate, highlighting new features like improved support for JavaScript modules, strict tuple types, and better error messages for common configuration issues.
Why it takes you and an elephant the same amount of time to poop (2017)
This article explores the unique digestive system of elephants, revealing that it can take up to 72 hours for an elephant to fully digest its food and produce waste, a much longer process compared to other large mammals.
Nintendo Sues U.S. Government for Tariff Refunds
Nintendo has sued the U.S. government, seeking refunds for tariffs it paid on products imported from China. The lawsuit claims the tariffs were unlawful and seeks to recover the millions of dollars Nintendo paid in tariffs over several years.
An LLM doesn’t write correct code, it writes plausible code
The article discusses the limitations of large language models (LLMs) in writing correct code, highlighting their tendency to produce code with bugs or syntax errors. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying principles and limitations of these models when using them for programming tasks.
X Users Find Their Real Names Are Being Googled in Israel
The article reports that users of the X-verification software by Au10tix in Israel have found their real names being searched on Google, raising privacy concerns about the possible misuse of their personal data by the company or the government.
Show HN: I made a free list of 100 places where you can promote your app
I recently shared this on reddit and it got 500 upvotes so I thought I’d share it here as well, hoping it helps more people.
Every time I launch a new product, I go through the same annoying routine: Googling “SaaS directories,” digging up 5-year-old blog posts, and piecing together a messy spreadsheet of where to submit. It’s frustrating and time-consuming.
For those who don’t know launch directories are websites where new products and startups get listed and showcased to an audience actively looking for new tools and solutions. They’re like curated marketplaces or hubs for discovery, not just random link dumps.
It’s annoying to find a good list, so I finally sat down and built a proper list of launch directories: sites like Product Hunt, BetaList, StartupBase, etc. Ended up with 82 legit ones.
I also added a way to sort them by DR (Domain Rating) basically a metric (from tools like Ahrefs) that estimates how strong a website’s backlink profile is. Higher DR usually means the site has more authority and might pass more SEO value or get more organic traffic.
I turned it into a simple site: launchdirectories.com
No fluff, no paywall, no signups just the list I wish I had every time I launch something.
Thought it might help others here too.
Wild crows in Sweden help clean up cigarette butts
A study in Sweden has found that wild crows are capable of collecting and disposing of cigarette butts, demonstrating their potential to aid in environmental cleanup efforts. The crows were trained to deposit cigarette butts into a dispenser in exchange for a food reward, highlighting their ability to be used as natural cleanup crews.
United Airlines says it will boot passengers who refuse to use headphones
United Airlines is facing backlash after kicking off two passengers who refused to use headphones during a flight. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between airlines and passengers over in-flight policies and etiquette.
Show HN: Claude skill to do your taxes
TL;DR Claude Code did my 2024 and 2025 taxes. Added a skill that anyone can use to do their own.
I tested it against TurboTax on my own 2024 and 2025 return. Same result without clicking through 45 minutes of wizard steps.
Would love PRs or feedback as we come up on tax season.
Learnings from replacing TurboTax with Claude
Skill looping The first iteration of my taxes took almost an hour and a decent amount of prompting. Many context compactions, tons of PDF issues, lots of exploration. When it was done, I asked Claude to write the skill to make it faster the next time (eg: Always check for XFA tags first when discovering form fields)
Skills aren’t just .MD files anymore Now they’re folders that can contain code snippets, example files, rules. In 2025 we were all building custom agents with custom tools. In 2026 every agent has its own code execution, network connection, and workspace. So it’s custom skills on the same agent (trending towards Claude Code or Cowork)
Show HN: Best ways to organize research links
The best ways to organize research links are usually the simplest ones. Capture fast. Group by project. Save context. Review regularly. Keep one clear home base. That is the system.
Nintendo directly sues U.S. Government over tariffs
Nintendo has filed a direct lawsuit against the U.S. government, challenging the tariffs imposed on video game consoles imported from China. The lawsuit argues that the tariffs are unlawful and seeks to have them removed or reduced.
Escaping Status Theater
The article discusses the concept of 'status theater' - the tendency for organizations to prioritize the appearance of progress over actual progress. It explores strategies for escaping this mindset and creating a culture of transparency and accountability.
Chinese industry call for national effort to invest in advanced chipmaking tools
The article discusses the challenges China faces in developing an alternative to ASML, the Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer. China's top chip executives admit that fragmentation within the Chinese semiconductor industry is undermining their efforts to create a domestic alternative to ASML's critical lithography machines.
Claude Introduces Marketplace
The article describes the Anthropic Platform Marketplace, which allows users to access a variety of AI models and applications developed by Anthropic. The platform offers a range of tools and services to help businesses and individuals leverage AI technology for their needs.
Withheld Epstein files with accusations against Trump released by justice dept
The article discusses the increasing popularity of remote work and its impact on people's work-life balance. It explores the benefits and challenges of working from home, such as improved flexibility but also potential isolation and burnout.