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This article discusses the potential issues with the peer review process in the ACM ICS 2026 conference, highlighting the lack of accountability and the need for more transparent and fair review procedures to ensure the integrity of the academic publication process.

Between coding agents and projects like OpenClaw, so many entrepreneurs, developers and businesses are salivating over the amazing productivity gains they're getting.

Why is "getting more done" so important? Isn't this an opportunity for people to reflect on _why_ they are doing things instead of just how much they can do?

I keep wondering what the ideal future state is for these people? It appears to be a frenzied battalion of agent-FTEs out interacting with other agents, spitting out mediocre thoughts, products and services at break-neck speed.

The obvious answer is obviously that productivity = money, but as a developer myself, the recent acceleration of AI tools has instead made me much more reflective and inclined to step-back, slow down and think rather than rush forward.

GoTermSQL is a Go package that provides a simple and efficient way to interact with SQL databases using a terminal-based interface. It supports various database engines and offers features like auto-completion, syntax highlighting, and result formatting.

The article describes the development of Agent86, a lightweight software agent designed to provide secure and private web browsing by routing traffic through a decentralized network of volunteer nodes. It highlights the agent's features, such as encryption, anonymity, and resistance to censorship.

GoAppyGo is a platform that helps businesses build and deploy mobile apps. It offers a no-code development approach, allowing users to create apps without technical expertise, and provides features like app publishing, analytics, and integration with various services.

The article provides an overview of ColorForth, a programming language developed by Chuck Moore. It discusses the language's unique features, such as its minimalist syntax and efficient execution, and its potential applications in various domains.

The article discusses the growing threat of cybercrime and the need for businesses and governments to take stronger measures to protect against cyberattacks. It highlights the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals and the significant financial and reputational impact of successful breaches.

The article explores the ongoing debate around whether software engineering should be considered a craft or an industry. It examines the changing nature of software development, the rise of new methodologies, and the implications for the role of the software engineer.

Meta subsidiary Facebook loses appeal against Deutsche Telekom over network services contract extending until 2026, as German court rules in favor of the telecommunications company.

We are SuperCMMS ... and we plan to use HN as an alternative to Twitter / X to broadcast public messages.

The article discusses the rise of the esports industry, highlighting its increasing popularity, revenue growth, and the professionalization of competitive gaming. It explores the various aspects of the esports ecosystem, including game titles, teams, tournaments, and the role of streaming platforms and sponsorships in driving the industry's expansion.

BegBot.ai is an AI-powered writing assistant that helps users generate high-quality content quickly and efficiently. The platform uses advanced language models to assist with tasks such as article writing, blog post creation, and more, making the content creation process more streamlined and accessible.

This article discusses the development of the Balatrobench, a multipurpose bench and work station that can be used for a variety of tasks in a home workshop or garage. It highlights the key features and capabilities of the Balatrobench, including its versatility, customizability, and durability.

Hi HN,

I built MerchBanao while trying to sell merch online.

Image generators were good at creating artwork, but the output was rarely usable. I still had to open Photoshop to fix layout, add typography, remove backgrounds, and prepare print files. The generation step was fast but the workflow around it was manual.

So I started building a tool focused on the entire merch workflow instead of just generation.

You can: • generate a design from a prompt • edit layout and typography • refine backgrounds and composition • export 300 DPI print ready files

The goal is simple: go from idea to uploadable POD design in a few minutes.

I’m especially interested in feedback from people who sell on Etsy, Redbubble, Shopify, or similar platforms.

What parts of your workflow still require manual editing after using AI tools?

The article discusses the Exasol Kafka Connector, which allows users to seamlessly integrate Exasol, a high-performance analytical database, with Apache Kafka, a popular distributed streaming platform. It highlights the benefits of this integration, such as real-time data processing and scalability.

ChiraliPy is a Python library for handling chiral molecules and performing various molecular chiral analysis tasks, including enantioselective calculations, visualization, and chiroptical property predictions.

The 'elm-native' package for Elm provides a way to interface with native JavaScript code, allowing developers to leverage existing JavaScript libraries and APIs within their Elm applications. It offers a straightforward and flexible approach to integrating native functionality.

Cappu is a mobile app that enables users to easily capture and organize their everyday moments through photo, voice, and text entries. The app aims to help users build a personal digital journal and reflect on their experiences over time.

Danish students are facing legal action and fines for illegally sharing copyrighted textbooks online. The article discusses the legal measures being taken by Danish publishers against the students for unauthorized distribution of educational materials.

The article discusses the risk of higher inflation in the US by 2026, highlighting factors such as a tightening labor market, rising consumer demand, and the potential for further supply chain disruptions. It suggests that the Federal Reserve may need to raise interest rates more aggressively to control inflation.

This article explores a programming competition hosted by JetBrains, a leading software development company. The competition challenges participants to solve programming problems and showcases their skills, with the goal of identifying talented individuals in the field of software development.

The article discusses the deployment of EMBEDDINGGEMMA, a natural language processing model, on AWS Lambda, a serverless computing service. It covers the process of containerizing the model, setting up the Lambda function, and optimizing performance for cost-effective inference on the serverless platform.

Appropedia is a wiki-based website that focuses on sustainability, appropriate technology, and international development. It provides a platform for collaborative solutions to social and environmental challenges around the world.