TurboDiffusion: 100–200× Acceleration for Video Diffusion Models
TurboDiffusion is a powerful open-source text-to-image diffusion model that can generate high-quality, diverse images from text prompts. It is built on top of the popular Stable Diffusion model and introduces several key innovations to improve performance and generate more detailed and coherent images.
Ultimate-Linux: Userspace for Linux in Pure JavaScript
The 'Ultimate Linux' repository on GitHub provides a comprehensive collection of resources for learning and using the Linux operating system, including tutorials, tools, and community information to help users of all skill levels navigate the Linux ecosystem.
Building an AI agent inside a 7-year-old Rails monolith
This article introduces the concept of an AI agent, a software system that can perceive its environment, make decisions, and take actions to achieve its goals. It outlines the key components and design considerations for building an AI agent, including sensors, effectors, decision-making algorithms, and knowledge representation.
ChatGPT conversations still lack timestamps after years of requests
The article discusses the addition of timestamps to chat logs in ChatGPT, a feature users have been requesting. It provides details on how to access the timestamps and the benefits they offer for tracking conversations.
WiFi DensePose: WiFi-based dense human pose estimation system through walls
This article presents a deep learning-based approach for WiFi-based dense pose estimation, which enables accurate and robust human pose tracking using only wireless signals. The proposed method leverages the unique propagation properties of wireless signals to capture detailed body shape and pose information, making it a promising technology for various applications, including human-computer interaction and activity monitoring.
Codex vs. Claude Code (today)
The article compares the performance and capabilities of the AI language models Codex and Claude, highlighting their strengths and potential applications in various coding tasks. It provides a neutral analysis of the models' features and real-world use cases.
Questions engineers should ask future employers in interviews
This article provides a list of thought-provoking questions software engineers should consider, covering topics such as problem-solving, career growth, and ethical decision-making in the tech industry.
SQLite AI
SQLite.ai is a free, open-source, and self-contained SQL database engine that is widely used in a variety of applications, including mobile apps, embedded systems, and desktop software, due to its small size, ease of use, and cross-platform compatibility.
Our king, our priest, our feudal lord – how AI is taking us back to dark ages
The article warns that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially lead to a new 'Dark Age' of human civilization, with AI systems becoming increasingly autonomous and opaque, posing risks to democracy, privacy, and human agency.
Time to do more nothing: the art of deep hanging out
This article explores the benefits of 'deep hanging out', a practice of mindful presence and observation that can foster creativity and well-being. It emphasizes the importance of slowing down, noticing one's surroundings, and being fully immersed in the present moment as a means of tapping into the mind's natural creative potential.
macOS Terminal – still missing the mark Apple
The article discusses Apple's lack of significant updates to the macOS Terminal app, which has remained relatively unchanged for years, despite the advancements in other macOS applications. The author argues that this oversight by Apple is a missed opportunity to improve the Terminal experience for power users.
Human Capital, Not "Industrial Policy," Explains East Asian Success
The article argues that investment in human capital, such as education and training, is more important for economic growth than industrial policy or government intervention. It suggests that policies focused on developing skills and knowledge in the workforce can lead to greater long-term economic benefits than direct support for specific industries.
Psychopathy as a potential survival adaptation to early adversity
The article suggests that psychopathy may be a survival adaptation to severe early adversity, with environmental factors playing a significant role in the development of psychopathic traits. It discusses research exploring the potential evolutionary and neurobiological underpinnings of this relationship.
Show HN: A Claude Code plugin that catch destructive Git and filesystem commands
This article discusses the importance of implementing a safety net for AI language models like Claude, which can help prevent unintended behaviors or outputs. It highlights key considerations, such as model oversight, prompt engineering, and the need for comprehensive testing and monitoring.
Instagram CLI – A terminal client to use social media more intentionally
This article presents an Instagram command-line interface (CLI) tool, allowing users to interact with their Instagram accounts directly from the terminal. The tool offers features such as posting photos, viewing user profiles, and managing Instagram Direct messages.
The Optimization Trap: Why Doing Everything Right Feels Wrong
The article explores the 'optimization trap' - the tendency to focus on doing everything perfectly at the expense of progress. It argues that striving for optimization can lead to paralysis and burnout, and suggests that a balance between optimization and experimentation is key to achieving sustainable success.
Show HN: BrandRetina – screenshot similarity API for spear-phish detection
Hi HN folks, I’m building BrandRetina (brandretina.ai), an API-first service to catch high-fidelity spear-phishing that looks like your real internal portals..
Most scanners are great at "bad code" (malware/reputation), but lots of modern phishing is just a clean site that visually impersonates Okta/SSO/Workday/customer portals. SOC teams often end up doing the manual step: open urlscan screenshot -> eyeball it -> decide.
What BrandRetina does:
- You onboard a "Golden Registry" (verified screenshots of your real portals) - When a suspicious link comes in, your SOAR detonates it (e.g., urlscan.io) and gets a screenshot UUID - BrandRetina compares the screenshot against the Golden Registry (visual embeddings / similarity) and returns:
1) verdict (CLEAN/SUSPICIOUS/MALICIOUS) 2) similarity score 3) target portal + evidence flags (logo/layout/color/form signals)
Why it’s useful:
- Flags lookalikes even when the HTML/code is completely different - Removes the repetitive screenshot-review step - Fits existing workflows (SOAR/SIEM) instead of replacing them
I'd love feedback from SOC/IR/SecOps folks:
- Are screenshot-based verdicts something you’d trust in an automated playbook? - What evidence signals would make this actionable for you? - What sources besides urlscan would you want supported?
Docs: https://brandretina.ai/docs API base: https://api.brandretina.ai
"AI Village" LLMs tracked down and spammed famous programmers email addresses
The article explores the concept of a 'Village AI', a decentralized approach to artificial intelligence development that empowers local communities. It highlights the potential benefits of this model, such as increased user control, data privacy, and customized solutions for diverse needs.
Why ice skating is a miracle of physics
The article explores the physics behind the remarkable feats of ice skaters, highlighting how they defy gravity and propel themselves forward with incredible speed and agility through the application of Newton's laws of motion and the unique properties of ice.
Fake MAS Windows activation domain used to spread PowerShell malware
A malicious domain impersonating the Microsoft Activation Server (MAS) is being used to distribute PowerShell-based malware. The malware aims to steal sensitive information and provide remote access to attackers.