Nvidia accused of trying to cut a deal with Anna’s Archive for high‑speed access to the massive pirated book haul — allegedly chased stolen…
Court documents appear to show Nvidia management green lit the deal, despite Anna’s Archive’s warnings.
Duolingo Max Now Powered by GPT‑4 Turbo: Smarter Conversations, Better Feedback, Real Learning
Duolingo Max now uses GPT‑4 Turbo, offering smarter conversations, clearer feedback, and personalized learning.
Google’s New Android Update Locks Your Apps And Hides Your Messages
What you need to know before this next update hits your phone.
Microsoft, Apple, Google and Amazon Accounts Under Attack
A wave of phishing and credential theft is putting major tech accounts at risk. Users are urged to secure their logins immediately.
Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task – MIT Media Lab
This study explores the neural and behavioral consequences of LLM-assisted essay writing. Participants were divided into three groups: LLM, Search Engine, and …
Bending Spoons laid off almost everybody at Vimeo yesterday | Hacker News
Vimeo laid off most of their operation in Israel recently.[1] At least according to "www.calcalistech.com", which seems to be some minor news source in Israel. Their comment was that the office was damaged in a recent w…
See for yourself just how massive Meta’s Hyperion data center is
It’s hard to overstate just how massive Meta’s Richland Parish, Louisiana, data center site is. Use this tool to compare it to where you live....
Has Gemini surpassed ChatGPT? We put the AI models to the test.
Did Apple make the right choice in partnering with Google for Siri's AI features?
Verizon carriers start switching to 365-day device unlock policy, up from 60 days
After the FCC lifted a restriction on how soon carriers need to unlock devices, Verizon has extended its device unlock...
Microsoft CEO warns that we must 'do something useful' with AI or they'll lose 'social permission' to burn electricity on it
Workers should learn AI skills and companies should use it because it's a "cognitive amplifier," claims Satya Nadella.
How the regime in Iran jams Starlink and what people could do
In Iran, not only mobile and fixed networks are jammed, but also Starlink. We explain how this is likely achieved despite thousands of satellites.
CIRO confirms data breach exposed info on 750,000 Canadian investors
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) confirmed that the data breach it suffered last year impacts about 750,000 Canadian investors.
White House tech chief slams EU AI Act, champions Trump's approach as Davos begins
Michael Kratsios, President Trump’s chief science and tech adviser, highlights wins in AI for science while teasing exports of American AI.
Arpeggi - A new iOS client for Navidrome and Subsonic
Help developers test beta versions of their apps and App Clips using the TestFlight app. Download TestFlight on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, Watch, and iMessage.
Fujifilm reportedly working on 180MP medium format camera
The next medium format camera from Fujifilm is expected to offer an even higher resolution than the expensive Phase One XF IQ4. According to the latest rumors from a reliable source, Fujifilm is currently developing a G…
AI boom could falter without wider adoption, Microsoft chief Satya Nadella warns
Big tech boss tells delegates at Davos that broader global use is essential if technology is to deliver lasting growth
DIY, Full-Stack Farm Automation
Recently, [Vinnie] aka [vinthewrench] moved from Oregon to Arkansas to start a farmstead. This is a style of farming that focuses not just on a profitable farm where produce is sold at market, but …
Micron to boost DRAM output with $1.8bn chip fab buy
: Taiwan’s Powerchip sells legacy fab it opened just 19 months ago after spending $9.5 billion
Majority of CEOs report zero payoff from AI splurge
: PwC survey finds more than half of 4,500+ biz leaders see no revenue growth nor cost savings
DRAM shortage fuels fake GPU scams as China-based fraudsters exploit the supply crisis — RTX 4080 GPU sold at cut price was actually an RTX…
Shortage drives fraudsters to target legacy GPUs
DuckDuckGo Launches Public Vote on AI and User Choice
The privacy-focused search engine is asking the public where they stand on AI, arguing that AI features should always be optional.
Nova Launcher gets a new owner and... ads
Nova Launcher has been sold to Instabridge, and the new owners are adding ads to the launcher's app drawer in the free version. Check it out!
Sony’s TV business is being taken over by TCL
The new joint company may launch in April 2027.
WhisperPair Attack Exploits Google Fast Pair to Hijack Bluetooth Devices
The WhisperPair attack abuses a flaw in Google Fast Pair, allowing attackers to hijack Bluetooth accessories, track users, and eavesdrop on audio.
Trump Is Obsessed With Oil. But Chinese Batteries Will Soon Run the World
China isn’t just building gigantic amounts of power. Its businesses are reshaping technological foundations to electrify the world.
New York Stock Exchange builds tokenized securities platform to bring stocks and ETFs to 24x7 on-chain trading
The New York Stock Exchange is building a tokenized securities platform that could enable 24x7 trading, instant settlement, and fractional share access for stocks and ETFs.
The Roadmap That Changes RuneScape Forever - Runescape Blog
Welcome to our biggest RuneScape Ahead ever, and the start of a bold new era for RuneScape. Read on to learn more about the full 2026 roadmap and more.
QWOP
QWOP is a simple game about running extremely fast down a 100 meter track.
TIL three silos built at Malley's Chocolate factory were meant to store cocoa, milk, and sugar.
Visible from the 480 freeway, three bright pink silos marked “Cocoa,” “Milk,” and “Sugar” sit on the grounds of Malley’s Chocolates in Brook Park. The location is home to the company’s chocolate factory and a shop lined…
Rockstar still hasn't offered a convincing reason for firing over 30 GTA 6 developers
Rockstar's alleged union busting has provoked protests and drawn skepticism from legislators.
Clues by Sam
A daily logic puzzle where you deduce who is a criminal!
Notepad++ updater installed malware
The updater for the open-source editor Notepad++ has installed malware on PCs. An update to Notepad++ v8.8.9 corrects this.
Hurray! This German State Decides to Save €15 Million Each Year By Kicking Out Microsoft for Open Source
Schleswig-Holstein's migration to LibreOffice reaches 80% completion, with a one-time €9 million investment on cards for 2026.
Big Tech joins the race to build the world’s heaviest airplane
Pluralistic: Daily links from Cory Doctorow
The Official 4D Miner Website!
4D Miner is a 4-dimensional survival sandbox game, where you can explore an infinite, procedurally-generated, 4-dimensional world!
After Black Ops 7's weaker launch, Call of Duty will no longer do back-to-back releases in the same series
"We will drive innovation that is meaningful, not incremental."
AI Surveillance Startup Caught Using Sweatshop Workers to Monitor US Residents
The powerful surveillance startup Flock was caught using workers in the Philippines to collate data on US residents.
Bits & Bops, a rhythm minigame collection, has been released on Steam
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Taskbar Treasure Week event on Steam is now live!
From desktop pets to incremental idle loops, this curated showcase brings together the coziest indie games of the year. Including new demos, fresh releases, and special discounts.
We Had 400 People Shop For Groceries. What We Found Will Shock You.
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A friend of mine made a sick tutorial for eu5 if anyone's interested!
Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Momentum Mod, the Source Engine movement game, is now in open playtest
Source movement speedrunning at its finest. Momentum Mod centralizes and improves upon various community movement game types from various Source games. Play user-created maps, climb the ranked leaderboards, and become a…
Capcom Looks to Grow Mega Man, Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry with New Projects
Capcom has released its 2025 Integrated Report, and tucked inside COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto’s section is a passage that gives fans of the company's under utilized IPs something to pay attention to.
Skate Story is now available
Hey all, in partnership with the wrist-guard warriors at Devolver Digital, I'm so incredibly proud to announce that SKATE STORY is available now! This has been quite the journey after 6 long years of development and I h…
Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0 event on Steam is now live!
Enter Bullet Heaven Festival, a reverse bullet hell celebration. Unleash relentless projectiles, upgrade abilities, conquer foes, and ascend to ultimate power!
TIL: Australia was the first to use it and is leading in autonomous mining
The first two mines in the world to start moving all of their iron ore using fully remote-controlled trucks have just gone online in Western Australia's Pilbara.
TIL about Glanzbilder
For women of a certain age, Glanzbilder were a colorful collectors item in our childhood. Their history goes back to the late 1800s!
TIL there's an International Vinegar Museum
International Vinegar Museum Roslyn, SD The International Vinegar Museum is the world's first and only museum dedicated to the wonder that is vinegar. Learn how vinegar is made, who makes it and 101 uses for vinegar.
Developer of New Postal Game Shuts Down Studio After Game Was Announced, Then Canceled Over Gen AI Allegations - IGN
The studio behind the Postal franchise just announced that it will be publishing a brand new Postal game, to be developed by Goonswarm Games. Unfortunately, it even more recently announced it would be cancelling said ga…
Rhythm Doctor 1.0 is Out Now!
We've completed Early Access and entered full release: the finale is here!