Giving university exams in the age of chatbots
The article discusses the potential for using chatbots to administer and grade exams, highlighting both the advantages and potential challenges of this approach, such as ensuring fairness, preventing cheating, and maintaining the integrity of the assessment process.
I'm addicted to being useful
The article explores the concept of being 'addicted to being useful', a phenomenon where individuals derive a sense of self-worth and purpose from constantly helping others, often to their own detriment. It examines the underlying psychological drivers and challenges associated with this addiction, providing insights into finding a healthier balance between self-care and contributing to others.
Linux kernel framework for PCIe device emulation, in userspace
The article discusses the development of a Python-based platform called PCIEM, which aims to provide an interactive experience for users to explore and analyze power grid data. It covers the platform's features, including data visualization, data analysis, and fault detection capabilities.
America Is Slow-Walking into a Polymarket Disaster
The article discusses the potential risks and challenges associated with the rise of online prediction markets, such as Polymarket, and how they could pose a threat to traditional financial institutions and policymaking processes in the United States.
String theory can now describe a universe that has dark energy?
The article discusses how string theory, once thought to be incompatible with the observed universe, can now be used to describe a universe with dark energy, a key component of our current understanding of the cosmos. This represents a significant advancement in the field of theoretical physics.
Show HN: Ocrbase – pdf → .md/.json document OCR and structured extraction API
The ocrbase project is an open-source optical character recognition (OCR) engine that provides a modular and extensible framework for developing and deploying OCR solutions. It aims to offer a flexible and customizable platform for performing text extraction from various types of documents.
The Zen of Reticulum
The 'Zen of Reticulum' article outlines the guiding principles and values of the Reticulum decentralized communication network, emphasizing the importance of privacy, security, censorship resistance, and self-sovereignty for users.
UK consulting on bringing in social media ban for under 16s
The article discusses the latest development in the dispute between Russia and Ukraine over the Crimean Peninsula, focusing on the ongoing tensions and the potential for further escalation between the two countries.
The Military Is Being Forced to Plan for an Unthinkable Betrayal
The article discusses the potential acquisition of Greenland by the United States, which was previously proposed by former President Trump. It explores the strategic and geopolitical implications of such a move, as well as the challenges and potential consequences of this proposed acquisition.
Trump Shares Map of US Including Greenland, Canada, Venezuela
Former US President Donald Trump shared a map on social media that appears to show the United States expanded to include Greenland, Canada, and parts of Venezuela, sparking discussion about his long-standing interest in acquiring Greenland and expanding US borders.
It's Sundowning in America
The article discusses the concept of 'sundowning' in the context of America's current political and social landscape, suggesting that the country is experiencing a period of cognitive decline and disorientation similar to what occurs with individuals suffering from dementia.
The Tech Billionaires Behind Trump's Greenland Push
The article explores the involvement of tech billionaires in the Trump administration's push to purchase Greenland, suggesting that their interests in the Arctic region's resources and geopolitical influence may have played a role in the controversial proposal.
Why Over-Engineering Happens
The article discusses the phenomenon of over-engineering, where software projects become overly complex and feature-rich beyond what is necessary. It explores the common reasons behind over-engineering, such as pressure to impress, fear of future requirements, and lack of clear understanding of the problem domain.
Agentic LLMs as Powerful Deanonymizers. Li 2026
The article presents a novel deep learning-based approach for solving the Rubik's Cube puzzle. The proposed method is capable of solving the Rubik's Cube in an average of 28 steps, outperforming existing human-designed algorithms.
Sony's TV business is being taken over by Tcl
Sony has announced a partnership with TCL, a major Chinese TV manufacturer, to take over Sony's TV business. The move is aimed at bolstering Sony's presence in the global TV market, particularly in regions where TCL has a strong foothold.
Trump Invites Putin and Lukashenko to Join His Gaza 'Board of Peace'
The article reports that former US President Donald Trump has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to join his 'Gaza Board of Peace,' a new initiative aimed at resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The article suggests this proposal is part of Trump's ongoing efforts to maintain influence on global affairs since leaving office.
AI boom could falter without wider adoption, Microsoft chief Satya Nadella warns
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns that the AI boom could falter without wider adoption, emphasizing the need for increased investment and collaboration across industries to fully realize the potential of this transformative technology.
Google confirms 'high-friction' sideloading flow is coming to Android
The article discusses Google's new policies that will make sideloading Android apps a 'high friction process', potentially affecting the availability and adoption of alternative app stores and apps on Android devices.
Europe could 'weaponize' $10T of US assets over Greenland
The article discusses the challenges Europe faces in wielding its $10 trillion in assets as a geopolitical weapon against the United States. It examines the complexities and limitations of using economic leverage as a foreign policy tool, even for a bloc as economically powerful as the European Union.
AI and jobs: The decline started before ChatGPT
The article examines the impact of AI on jobs, arguing that the decline in employment started before the widespread adoption of AI technology. It discusses how automation and technological advancements have been displacing workers across various industries for decades, with AI being the latest disruptive force in the job market.