1. Kimi-K3 Releases on HuggingFace 6/27 (huggingface.co)

The latest model from Moonshot AI.

Moonshot AI has introduced its latest model, Kimi-K3, on HuggingFace. Discover what this new release brings to the table in the world of AI models.

2. US citizen charged after GrapheneOS phone wipes during airport search (www.techspot.com)

The case centers on Tunick's use of GrapheneOS, an open-source operating system that works on Google Pixel phones and lets users enter a passcode to wipe a...

A US citizen faces charges after their GrapheneOS phone was wiped during an airport search, highlighting potential legal implications of using security-focused operating systems. The incident raises questions about privacy rights and the extent of government searches.

3. Our position on open-weights models (www.anthropic.com)

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei on open-weights models

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei shares insights on the implications and future of open-weights models in AI development. His perspective sheds light on the balance between innovation and safety in the field.

4. PGSimCity - How PostgreSQL Works (nikolays.github.io)

An explorable 3D city that shows how PostgreSQL actually works — backends, shared buffers, WAL, checkpoints, autovacuum and replication, all running live in your browser.

Experience a 3D city that visually represents the inner workings of PostgreSQL, including its backends, shared buffers, and replication processes. It’s an interactive way to understand complex database concepts right in your browser.

5. AI companies are shredding rare books (xcancel.com)

🦔AI companies are bulk-buying rare books, scanning them through high-speed machines that cut the spines off, and shredding the originals. A service called ISBNdb facilitates orders of up to a million books and keeps buyers anonymous. Pre-2022 books are premium because they

AI firms are destroying rare books by scanning them and discarding the originals, with a service enabling large, anonymous orders. The practice raises concerns about the preservation of literary history and the ethical implications of such actions.

6. How is the Bun Rewrite in Rust going? (lockwood.dev)

I think it’s important to be very Canny when someone makes a claim that supports a company’s large valuation.

A critical look at claims surrounding the Bun rewrite in Rust raises questions about the motivations behind corporate valuations. The discussion emphasizes the need for skepticism in evaluating such assertions.

7. Show HN: Physically accurate black hole you can put in your room (blackhole.plav.in)

An astrophysicist from Harvard has created an interactive app that allows users to visualize a black hole using real physics, accessible through any browser. The tool even supports augmented and virtual reality, letting you experience the black hole in your own space.

8. A missing underscore sent innocent man to prison for 18 months (arstechnica.com)

When the first step goes wrong, bad results follow.

A single typographical error led to the wrongful imprisonment of an innocent man for a year and a half. This case highlights the profound consequences that can arise from seemingly minor mistakes in legal processes.

9. Kimi-K3 Technical Report [pdf] (github.com)

Open Frontier Intelligence. Contribute to MoonshotAI/Kimi-K3 development by creating an account on GitHub.

Get involved in the development of Kimi-K3 by contributing to the Open Frontier Intelligence project on GitHub, where you can help shape this innovative AI initiative.

10. Judge Rejects Google's Attempt to DMCA Its Way Out of Being Scraped (www.techdirt.com)

Back in December we called out Google for filing a DMCA 1201 lawsuit over companies scraping Google’s results. Almost everything about the lawsuit seemed problematic, not the least of which i…

A judge has dismissed Google’s DMCA lawsuit aimed at preventing companies from scraping its search results, highlighting significant issues with the case. This ruling raises important questions about copyright and data scraping practices in the tech industry.

11. Decathlon Germany adds Wero payment option to decathlon.de website (www.sgieurope.com)

Decathlon Germany is the first market in its group to offer the Wero payment system, with store rollout and a customer campaign planned for 2026.

Decathlon Germany is leading the way by introducing the Wero payment option on its website, with plans for a broader rollout in stores and a customer campaign set for 2026. This move aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers looking for more flexible payment methods.

13. Scriptc by Vercel: TypeScript-to-Native compiler, no JavaScript engine in binary (github.com)

TypeScript-to-Native Compiler. Contribute to vercel-labs/scriptc development by creating an account on GitHub.

Vercel has introduced Scriptc, a compiler that converts TypeScript directly to native code without relying on a JavaScript engine. This could streamline development processes for TypeScript developers looking for performance improvements.

17. Apple Will 'Watch Everything Burn' When the AI Bubble Bursts (www.macrumors.com)

Memory prices have doubled, Macs and iPads have gone up, and iPhones are expected to follow. Ed Zitron – who writes the Where's Your Ed At newsletter, hosts the Better Offline podcast, and has been described by Politico as the AI boom's most "acerbic gadfly" – has spent years arguing the buildout driving those costs will never pay for itself. We asked him what happens to Apple if he's right. You've been calling AI a bubble since before it was fashionable.

Ed Zitron, known for his critical views on the AI boom, discusses the rising costs impacting Apple’s product lines and questions the sustainability of the current AI investments. His insights suggest that if memory prices continue to soar without a return on investment, Apple could face significant challenges.

22. Chinese chipmaker shares surge 470% (www.bbc.com)

The company's shares soared by 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.

A Chinese chipmaker experienced a remarkable 470% surge in its stock price during its market debut, fueled by the increasing demand for chips driven by the AI boom. This significant rise highlights the growing intersection of artificial intelligence and semiconductor technology.

25. Libsm64: Mario 64 as a library for use in external game engines (github.com)

Mario 64 as a library for use in external game engines - libsm64/libsm64

A new project called libsm64 allows developers to integrate Mario 64 into various game engines, providing a unique way to leverage classic gaming mechanics in modern projects. This could open up exciting possibilities for game development enthusiasts looking to blend nostalgia with innovation.

26. Glue bonds to nonstick surfaces and wipes clean with ethanol (cen.acs.org)

The environmental impact of the fluorinated molecule should be studied, outside experts say

Researchers have developed a new glue that adheres to nonstick surfaces and can be easily cleaned with ethanol, but experts urge caution regarding the environmental effects of the fluorinated components involved. Understanding the implications of this innovation is crucial as it could influence future applications and regulations.

28. I wanted a clock that never needed setting. Things escalated (arstechnica.com)

A Raspberry Pi, an Adafruit 7-segment display, a 3D printed case, some vibe coding—and we've got a forever-clock that never needs adjusting.

A DIY project turned into a tech adventure, combining a Raspberry Pi and 3D printing to create a clock that automatically keeps time without any manual adjustments. Discover how this innovative setup came together.

29. Exploiting Volvo/Eicher's fleet platform to gain control over all users/vehicles (eaton-works.com)

VE Commercial Vehicles’ My Eicher platform had a critical vulnerability that let you take over anyone’s account and gain control over their vehicle fleets.

A significant security flaw in VE Commercial Vehicles’ My Eicher platform allowed unauthorized access to user accounts, potentially giving attackers control over entire vehicle fleets. This vulnerability raises serious concerns about the safety and privacy of fleet management systems.

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