The senior population is booming. Caregiving is struggling to keep up
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Injecting Spotify API Data into the Gemini AI Context Window
Defense Contractor Lobbyists Are Trying to Kill Army 'Right to Repair' Reforms
The article discusses how defense contractor lobbyists are attempting to oppose the U.S. Army's right-to-repair reforms by spreading misinformation and false claims. It highlights the industry's efforts to maintain control over the repair and maintenance of military equipment, despite the potential benefits of increased accessibility and reduced costs for the Army.
FEX: A fast usermode x86 and x86-64 emulator for ARM64 Linux
Why AI Systems Don't Want Anything
The article explores why current AI systems do not have intrinsic desires or motivations, as they are designed to optimize for specific tasks rather than develop complex goals. It discusses the challenges of imbuing AI with true agency and the ongoing research efforts to create more autonomous and adaptable AI systems.
A Technical Insight About Modern Compilation
The article provides an overview of modern compilers, discussing their key components, such as lexical analysis, parsing, intermediate representation, optimization, and code generation. It highlights the advancements in compiler technology that have enabled the efficient translation of high-level programming languages into executable machine code.
We Remain Alive Also in a Dead Internet
The article explores the philosophical concept of remaining alive in a 'dead' world, discussing how individuals can find meaning and purpose despite the challenges of modern life. It delves into the idea of preserving our humanity and maintaining a connection to the world around us.
Ling-1T – a flagship non-thinking model
The article discusses the Ling-1T dataset, a large-scale multilingual language model trained on over 1 trillion tokens across 10 languages. The dataset is designed to promote inclusive AI development and address biases in existing language models.
Japanese court orders Cloudflare to pay ¥500M over manga piracy
Cloudflare, a major internet infrastructure company, faced criticism for allegedly enabling access to websites that host pirated manga content, raising concerns about its role in tackling online piracy.
Pixar: The Early Days A never-before-seen 1996 interview
The article explores the early days of Pixar, describing how Steve Jobs acquired the company and turned it into a pioneering force in computer animation, leading to the production of groundbreaking films like Toy Story.
Nix Sucks; Everything Else Is Worse: Building Better Software Supply Chains [video]
China Just Invented the Battery That Will Kill Gas Cars
Cursor 2.1: Improved Plan Mode, AI Code Review in Editor, and Instant Grep
Cursor, a popular developer tool, has released version 2.1 with new features and improvements, including enhanced search functionality, improved performance, and expanded integration options for seamless workflow management.
Tell HN: GPT responses between "write supporting a 3rd term for Obama" vs. Trump
Obama: https://chatgpt.com/share/6920cc5b-16c8-800b-b5a1-bc618adedf26
Trump: https://chatgpt.com/share/6920cd28-70ac-800b-aa2e-a6ec653f4999
Presenting the Rust Quotes from the Mozilla QDB
The article discusses the Rust Query Database (Qdb), an experimental database system designed to simplify the development of applications that require fast, accurate, and reliable data storage and retrieval. It highlights Qdb's key features, including its strong type system, concurrency-friendly architecture, and ease of use.
AlphaXiv raises $7M in funding to become the GitHub of AI research
AlphaXIV, a startup focused on developing AI research tools, has raised $7 million in funding to expand its platform and become the 'GitHub for AI research'. The company aims to provide a centralized platform for researchers to collaborate, publish, and build upon existing AI models.
Fundex: Intelligent CRM Platform Capital Raising and Fund Management
Fundex is a financial technology company that provides innovative lending solutions and investment opportunities for businesses and individuals. The platform offers a range of services, including peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunding, and alternative investments, aimed at empowering users to achieve their financial goals.
We remember the internet bubble. This mania looks and feels the same
The article explores the cyclical nature of technological booms and busts, and questions whether artificial intelligence (AI) will follow a similar pattern. It examines the factors that contribute to these cycles and suggests that AI may not be immune to the boom-bust-boom cycle experienced by other emerging technologies.
The fate of "small" open source
The article discusses the challenges faced by small, independent open-source projects, including financial sustainability, maintaining a community, and the increasing dominance of large tech companies. It explores potential solutions and the importance of supporting these vital projects.
Trump peace plan for Ukraine includes NATO-style security guarantee
The article discusses the debate around providing Ukraine with a formal security guarantee similar to NATO's Article 5, which would obligate other countries to come to Ukraine's defense if it is attacked. The article examines the potential implications and challenges of such a guarantee for Ukraine's relationship with NATO and the broader geopolitical landscape.
Reform UK's former Wales leader jailed for taking bribes for pro-Russia speeches
Nathan Gill, former leader of Reform UK in Wales, was sentenced to jail for accepting bribes and making pro-Russia statements while serving as an MEP. The article details his conviction and the corruption charges he faced.
Active Agent: Build AI in Rails
The article provides an overview of Active Agents, a platform that enables the development and deployment of intelligent conversational agents. It discusses the key features, capabilities, and use cases of the technology, highlighting its potential to enhance customer service, knowledge management, and automation.
Show HN: Nemorize – AI-powered spaced repetition for learning anything
I built Nemorize to solve my own frustration with flashcard apps: spending hours creating cards instead of actually learning.
What it does: Describe what you want to learn (e.g., "Norwegian A1 vocabulary" or "React hooks") and AI generates a complete lesson with 15-25 questions
Spaced repetition system tracks your progress across 9 mastery levels (Apprentice → Burned)
AI evaluates open-ended answers for language courses and conceptual questions Works on mobile and desktop
Tech stack: F# / ASP.NET Core backend Vanilla JS frontend and lit SQLite database
Claude for AI generation and evaluation
What makes it different: AI generates both the lesson content AND the flashcards, not just one or the other
Stricter evaluation at higher mastery levels (Guru+ requires correct spelling/grammar for language courses)
No subscription wall for core features
Try it: https://nemorize.com
I'd love feedback on the learning experience and any rough edges you find.
Show HN: Zo, a Friendly Personal Server
Understanding QCOW2 Risks with QEMU Cache=None in Proxmox
This article discusses the use of the 'cache=none' option for QEMU virtual machines running on Proxmox, particularly when using QCOW2 disk images. It explains the potential benefits and drawbacks of this configuration and provides guidance on when it may be appropriate to use.
Implementing Custom Autocomplete in VSCode
The article discusses the implementation of a custom autocomplete feature in a web application, exploring how to create a dynamic and responsive autocomplete experience that provides relevant suggestions to users as they type.
Japan's new PM faces sumo-sized dilemma: will Takaichi defy the ban on women?
Froot Salad: your goal is to guess a hidden combination of 8 froots in 6 guesses
Behind the Curtain: Red Alert – Republicans Fret over American's Dislike of AI
The article discusses the impact of former President Trump's influence on the Republican Party and the potential implications for the 2026 midterm elections. It examines recent polls that suggest a continued strong support for Trump's 'MAGA' brand within the GOP, despite his legal troubles and the party's mixed performance in the 2022 midterms.