Permissioned Data Diary 2: Buckets
The article discusses the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offers practical tips for achieving this, such as setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and learning to say no to excessive demands.
Ordain: Commission board for AI short films, paid over Bitcoin Lightning
Ordain.art is a platform that allows users to create, sell, and collect digital art in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The article discusses the growing popularity of NFTs and the opportunities they present for digital artists and collectors.
Denver mayor announces executive order banning ICE from city property
Denver's mayor has issued an executive order banning US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from operating on city property, citing concerns about protecting the rights and safety of immigrants in the community.
Mathematics in the Library of Babel
The article explores the mathematical concepts and ideas present in Jorge Luis Borges' short story 'The Library of Babel', a tale of an infinite library containing all possible books. It delves into the philosophical and mathematical implications of this imaginary library, highlighting the connections between literature, mathematics, and the nature of knowledge.
Permissioned Data Diary 1: To Encrypt or Not to Encrypt
This article discusses how Leaflet, a popular JavaScript library for interactive maps, can be used to create a simple web-based mapping application. It covers the basic steps of setting up a Leaflet map, adding markers, and customizing the appearance and behavior of the map.
Show HN: Lar-JEPA – A Testbed for Orchestrating Predictive World Models
Hey HN,
The current paradigm of agentic frameworks (LangChain, AutoGPT) relies on prompting LLMs and parsing conversational text strings to decide the next action. This works for simple tasks but breaks down for complex reasoning because it treats the agent's mind like a scrolling text document.
As research shifts toward Joint Embedding Predictive Architectures (JEPAs) and World Models, we hit an orchestration bottleneck. JEPAs don't output text; they output abstract mathematical tensors representing a predicted environmental state. Traditional text-based frameworks crash if you try to route a NumPy array.
We built Lar-JEPA as a conceptual testbed to solve this. It uses the Lár Engine,a deterministic, topological DAG ("PyTorch for Agents") to act as the execution spine. Key Features for Researchers: Mathematical Routing (No Prompting): You write deterministic Python RouterNodes that evaluate the latent tensors directly (e.g., if collision_probability > 0.85: return "REPLAN"). Native Tensor Logging: We custom-patched our AuditLogger with a TensorSafeEncoder. You can pass massive PyTorch/NumPy tensors natively through the execution graph, and it gracefully serializes them into metadata ({ "__type__": "Tensor", "shape": [1, 768] }) without crashing JSON stringifiers. System 1 / System 2 Testing: Formally measure fast-reflex execution vs. deep-simulation planning. Continuous Learning: Includes a Default Mode Network (DMN) architecture for "Sleep Cycle" memory consolidation.
We've included a standalone simulation where a Lár System 2 Router analyzes a mock JEPA's numerical state prediction, mathematically detects an impending collision, vetoes the action, and replans—all without generating a single word of English text. Repo: https://github.com/snath-ai/Lar-JEPA Would love to hear your thoughts on orchestration for non-autoregressive models.
The authoritarian AI crisis has arrived
The article explores Anthropic's partnerships with the Pentagon and concerns about the potential use of its AI technology by authoritarian regimes. It highlights the ethical and privacy-related challenges surrounding Anthropic's government contracts and the need for greater transparency and accountability in the development of AI for defense and security applications.
Git in Postgres
The article explores using Git version control within a PostgreSQL database, allowing for the management and tracking of database schema changes. It discusses the benefits, implementation details, and potential use cases of this approach.
Free Internetworking Peering System and mesh routing protocol
The article introduces FIPS, a lightweight, open-source firmware build system that allows developers to create custom firmware images for embedded devices. FIPS provides a modular and flexible framework for building, configuring, and deploying firmware, making it easier to manage and maintain complex embedded systems.
Pentagon Laser Shoots Down Customs Border Patrol Drone in Texas
The article reports that the Pentagon has successfully used a high-energy laser to shoot down a Customs and Border Patrol drone in Texas, demonstrating the military's progress in developing directed-energy weapons as a potential defense against small aerial targets.
Show HN: RentDaNang – 6,500 Da Nang rentals in 6 languages, built solo with AI
The Phantom Horizon
The article explores the phenomenon of the 'phantom horizon', where aircraft appear to float above the visible horizon, and discusses the scientific explanations behind this optical illusion, including atmospheric refraction and temperature inversions.
Robot wars are a reality (2007)
The article discusses the complex relationship between the military and the media, highlighting the challenges of balancing national security concerns and the public's right to information. It explores how the military's efforts to control media access and coverage can impact the public's understanding of military operations and decision-making.
Show HN: Gas Town Control Plane – hosted monitoring for multi‑agent workspaces
The article discusses the development of a control plane for a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) called Gastown. The control plane is designed to facilitate the governance and decision-making processes of the DAO, enabling members to participate in the management of the organization.
Will AI Replace White Collar Jobs in 12 Months? [video]
Show HN: Zenboard – A native macOS reference board for creatives
PureRef is pretty much the standard in this space, but Zenboard offers a more intuitive interface with a broader set of features — built exclusively for Apple Silicon, so it feels right at home on Mac with smooth, responsive performance.
It is still in beta, and there is much room for improvement. It is provided for free, so if you were looking for something like this, please feel free to use it.
Show HN: StillPoint – local-first Markdown workspace with distributed sync
The article discusses the Stillpoint project, an open-source software platform that aims to provide a secure and private way for individuals to interact, collaborate, and share information. The platform is focused on decentralization, user privacy, and ethical technology principles.
Who Is DrChip?
The article explores the history and development of tartan designs, focusing on their adoption and use by astronauts and the space program. It examines how tartan patterns have become a symbol of Scottish culture and identity, and how they have been incorporated into space-related apparel and accessories.
The emerging ecosystem built around OpenClaw, 2 months after its creation
The article provides a comprehensive market map for the CLAW sector, covering key players, industry trends, and future projections for the Q1 2026 period. It offers a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and growth opportunities within this rapidly evolving market.
The Gravity Problem: Why Defense AI Companies Drift Toward Offense
The article discusses the 'gravity problem' in the defense AI industry, where companies focused on defensive AI technologies often drift towards offensive applications. It explores the factors that contribute to this shift and the challenges faced by companies trying to maintain a defensive focus.
Netflix backs out, giving CNN and HBO to Ellison
A group of major media companies, including Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Paramount, have launched a joint bid to acquire several prominent media studios and networks, including HBO, CNN, and the studio owned by Larry Ellison. The bidding war highlights the ongoing consolidation and shifting dynamics in the media industry as companies navigate the changing landscape of streaming and traditional television.
Open Source Webflow Skills
This article outlines the essential Webflow skills needed to become a proficient web designer, including mastering the platform's visual interface, responsive design capabilities, and advanced customization options.
PaperBanana: Automating Academic Illustration for AI Scientists
The article describes the development of PaperBanana, an open-source Python library that provides a simple and efficient way to create and manage PDF documents. It highlights the library's features, such as support for text, images, and tables, as well as its ability to combine multiple PDF files.
The Notorious Delayed-Choice Quantum Eraser – Sean Carroll
The article explores the delayed-choice quantum eraser experiment, which demonstrates the counterintuitive nature of quantum mechanics and challenges our understanding of reality. It discusses the implications of this experiment for our perception of causality and the role of the observer in the quantum world.
WebAssembly Is Everywhere
The article provides an in-depth exploration of WebAssembly, a new web standard that enables high-performance, sandboxed applications to run in web browsers and other environments. It discusses the technical aspects, use cases, and the potential impact of WebAssembly on the web and software development.
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A bright coloured fish
This article explores the evolutionary reasons behind the bright colors of certain fish species, which are believed to serve various purposes such as communication, camouflage, and signaling. The article discusses the scientific explanations for these vibrant hues and their role in the underwater ecosystem.
ValveFM: Vintage FM Radio TUI in Go
The article discusses Valve's Facemovie, a tool that allows users to create animated facial expressions from a single image. The tool uses machine learning to generate realistic facial animations, making it a useful tool for game developers, animators, and content creators.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros, clearing way for Paramount takeover
The article discusses the challenges faced by global leaders in addressing the climate crisis, highlighting the need for urgent and coordinated action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy sources.
Drivers reeling after passengers caught out by AI-powered safety cameras
The article discusses new seat belt cameras being installed on Australian roads to catch drivers not wearing seatbelts, resulting in hefty fines. The technology is aimed at improving road safety and reducing the number of serious injuries and fatalities from not wearing seatbelts.