United Airlines can now ban passengers who don't wear headphones
How to Backup Google Drive (and Why You Need To)
The Dark Mine
The article explores the eerie and mysterious Dark Mine, an abandoned mining site that has captured the imagination of urban explorers. It delves into the history and legends surrounding this hauntingly beautiful yet dangerous location, providing a glimpse into the allure and risks of exploring abandoned industrial sites.
Show HN: Turn guides into interactive walkthroughs with step analytics
Support tickets that just say “it doesn’t work” are hard to debug when there’s no hint which step failed.
This project turns documentation into step-by-step walkthroughs and surfaces exactly where users get stuck.
Show HN: Voice skill for AI agents – sub-200ms latency via native SIP
Built an open-source voice skill for AI agents with real phone conversations via OpenAI Realtime API + Twilio SIP. Native speech-to-speech, no STT-LLM-TTS chain, sub-200ms latency. Features: inbound/outbound calls, tool calling mid-conversation, recording, transcription, session bridging, health monitoring, metrics, call history API. Use case: missed-call auto-callback for appointment booking ($2,100 avg lost per missed call). Tech: Python + Node.js, 97 tests, MIT licensed, 5-min quickstart.
Frequency-Domain Muon for Conv Filters – Orthogonalizing the Operator
This article explores the use of frequency-domain muons to improve the performance of convolutional filters in deep learning models. It presents a novel approach that incorporates frequency-domain information into the filter design, leading to enhanced feature extraction capabilities and improved model accuracy.
10 Years in the Industry
The article reflects on the author's 10-year career in the technology industry, highlighting the changes and challenges they have experienced, as well as the importance of maintaining a balanced and fulfilled life beyond work.
Copilot CLI is NOT the same [video]
ESA's Mars orbiters watch solar superstorm hit the red planet
How to use agentic workflows for your repos – GitHub Checkout
PyTorch Broadcasting Semantics
The article explains PyTorch's broadcasting mechanism, which allows operations on tensors of different sizes by automatically expanding the smaller tensors to match the dimensions of the larger tensors. This feature simplifies tensor operations and enables efficient computations on data of varying shapes.
Getting Better at Coding with LLMs
The article discusses the potential of large language models (LLMs) in improving coding abilities, highlighting the need for better training data and techniques to leverage LLMs effectively for programming tasks. It emphasizes the importance of developing LLM-based coding agents that can assist developers and improve overall software development.
Self-Hosted Apps and Alternatives
Reverse Engineering Crazy Taxi, Part 1
The article explores the 'Crazy Taxi' video game, discussing its unique gameplay, arcade-style design, and lasting impact on the gaming industry as a cult classic that inspired later open-world driving games.
Show HN: StocksAnalyzer – Free tool to analyze stocks in seconds
So Long, Social Media
The article discusses the author's decision to leave social media platforms and the benefits they have experienced, such as improved mental health, more productive use of time, and a greater focus on personal interests and relationships.
Account enumeration in the wild: analyzing a real-world Spotify enumeration tool
This article analyzes a real-world Spotify account enumeration tool, examining how it works and its potential implications for user privacy and security. It discusses the technical details of the tool and provides insights into the prevalence of account enumeration attacks in the wild.
Show HN: SpiderSuite – Multi-engine web crawler and proxy for security research
SpiderSuite is a comprehensive digital marketing platform that offers a range of tools and services to help businesses improve their online presence, including website design, search engine optimization, social media management, and advertising solutions.
The yoghurt delivery women combatting loneliness in Japan
The article explores how a group of women in Japan are combating loneliness in their communities by delivering yogurt to elderly residents, providing not just a daily food delivery but also a social connection and a way to check on the well-being of the elderly.
How do founders estimate the value of their audience?
This article provides an online calculator that helps users estimate the potential earnings and revenue from an ad-supported website or app. The calculator takes into account various factors such as website traffic, advertising rates, and ad revenue to provide a personalized projection.
UK watchdog eyes Meta's smart glasses after workers say they 'see everything'
The UK's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has fined Meta (Facebook) £5.5 million for breaching data protection laws with its Meta Glasses product, which was found to have collected and processed personal data without proper consent.
Systemic Risk: A 12-Order Cascading Analysis of a Strait of Hormuz Closure
The article discusses the concept of systemic risk, exploring how a seemingly minor event can trigger a cascading 12-order failure across interconnected systems. It highlights the need for understanding and mitigating such risks in complex, interdependent environments like the global financial system.
Andrew Holme's Projects
The article showcases various projects undertaken by the author, including software development, web design, and scientific research. It provides an overview of the author's diverse range of skills and expertise across multiple domains.
Rtl.wtf: read the web like Right-to-Left readers do
Cheapest and more accurate API then perplexity and GPT
The article discusses the launch of the miAPI platform, a new API marketplace that aims to connect businesses with a wide range of APIs for various applications. The platform offers features such as API discovery, marketplace, and a dashboard for managing API subscriptions and usage.
Tending your editor config: building sylvee and lynn
The article provides a detailed guide on setting up a native Neovim configuration, covering topics such as installing Neovim, configuring it with Lua, and customizing the editor to suit personal preferences.
US and allied missile stockpiles 'bare' as Iran war heads into weeks
The United States and its allies are facing a potential shortage of missiles as tensions with Iran continue, raising concerns about their ability to sustain a prolonged conflict. Experts warn that the existing stockpiles of missiles may not be sufficient to meet the demands of a war with Iran.
It's time for open source to retire
Hyman Rickover built the first American nuclear plant
The article explores the life and achievements of Hyman Rickover, the 'father of the nuclear navy,' who played a pivotal role in developing the first nuclear-powered submarine and transforming the United States Navy into a global superpower through his innovative leadership and unwavering commitment to technological advancement.
Russia Is Big Winner as Iran War Drains Supplies That Ukraine Needs
The article discusses the complex geopolitical dynamics arising from Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the impact on global energy markets and relations with Iran. It examines how the conflict has reverberated across Europe and the wider international community.