1. AI coding startup Lovable raised $400M at $13.3B valuation up from $6.6B in 2025 (lovable.dev)

Lovable has raised $400 million in Series C funding at a $13.3 billion valuation, led by Menlo Ventures and the Scaleup Europe Fund, managed by EQT.

Lovable’s latest funding round has propelled its valuation to $13.3 billion, a significant increase from $6.6 billion just two years earlier. The investment, led by Menlo Ventures and EQT’s Scaleup Europe Fund, highlights growing confidence in the AI coding sector.

5. A shell exclamation mark is not for yelling. Be lazy. (refp.se)

Event designators have been hiding in not-so-plain-sight since the late 1970s — so powerful that forgetting might be part of a massive conspiracy to wear out developer keyboards faster than otherwise.

Event designators, a little-known feature in shell programming since the 1970s, could be the secret to reducing repetitive keystrokes for developers. Discover how these tools can streamline your coding experience and possibly save your keyboard from premature wear.

6. Show HN: C# Game Engine with its own scripting language and IDE (github.com)

A 2D Game Engine with its own programming language and IDE. - ArcadeMakerSources/ArcadeMaker

A new 2D game engine features a unique programming language and integrated development environment, making it easier for developers to create arcade-style games. Check out the details on how it stands apart from existing engines.

7. Your Key to Success Isn't More Luck or Hard Work (julienreszka.com)

Hard work is grinding and only partly reliable. Luck is random by definition. Research on who you know is far more specific than most networking advice.

Research indicates that the connections you make can be more crucial to your success than sheer luck or hard work. Discover how strategic networking can lead to more reliable outcomes in your career.

9. The lifesaving secret hidden inside a horseshoe crab's blue blood (whdh.com)

CHATHAM, MASS. (WHDH) - A familiar sea creature that has helped save lives for decades may now need saving itself. Early each summer, horseshoe crabs crawl<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://whdh.com/news/the-lifesaving-secret-hidden-inside-a-horseshoe-crabs-blue-blood-and-the-race-to-protect-the-species/">Read More</a>

Horseshoe crabs have been crucial in medical advancements due to their unique blue blood, but their populations are declining. Learn about the challenges facing these ancient creatures and the efforts underway to protect them.

11. Google launches Pixel 11 Pro Fold (blog.google)

Pixel 11 Pro Fold is our latest foldable with a thinner and lighter design, a new main camera, and enhanced intelligence tools.

The Pixel 11 Pro Fold features a sleek, lightweight design, an upgraded main camera, and improved smart features, making it a compelling choice for those interested in foldable technology.

13. Show HN: Line9 - a Mermaid rendering engine with its own layout (line9.ai)

Paste Mermaid, get a Line9 layout. Free online flowchart editor — no account required.

Line9 offers a fresh approach to rendering Mermaid flowchart diagrams by eliminating the need for manual layout adjustments. This new engine could streamline the process for users who find existing solutions lacking in flexibility.

14. A Tale of Dynamic Programming (2022) (iagoleal.com)

From parsing text to controling robots, dynamic programming is everywhere. Let’s explore its workings, which problems it solves, and its algorithms.

Dynamic programming is a powerful technique used in various fields, from natural language processing to robotics. This article breaks down how it functions, the types of problems it addresses, and the algorithms that implement it.

15. Bigos (Polish Hunter's Stew) Recipe Builder (chefsbinge.com)

Build your own bigos step by step. Pick the meats, the sauerkraut to cabbage ratio, the mushrooms and the method, and get a full recipe scaled to your table.

Create a personalized version of the traditional Polish bigos by selecting your preferred meats, adjusting the sauerkraut to cabbage ratio, and choosing your cooking method. This interactive recipe builder ensures you get a tailored dish that suits your taste and serving size.

17. My Agent Setup (chad.cm)

Personal website of Chad Arimura - My agent setup

Chad Arimura shares insights into his personal agent setup, detailing the tools and technologies he uses. It’s a peek into the practical side of agent management for those looking to optimize their own setups.

19. 5th Heat Dome Expands Across Europe: 40°C+ Target Western and Central Europe (www.severe-weather.eu)

A significant impact is expected from the new Heat Dome affecting Europe, with temperatures soaring past 40 °C through mid-August.

A new Heat Dome is set to bring extreme temperatures exceeding 40 °C to Western and Central Europe, impacting weather patterns and daily life as we move through mid-August. Understanding the effects of this phenomenon is crucial for those in the region.

20. Qwen3.8-2.4T (huggingface.co)

We’re on a journey to advance and democratize artificial intelligence through open source and open science.

Learn how the latest developments in Qwen 3.8 aim to make artificial intelligence more accessible and promote collaboration in the field through open-source initiatives.

21. Hax – a minimalist, terminal-native coding agent written in C (usehax.dev)

A single native C binary that uses a few MBs of RAM. Local models are first-class via llama.cpp and Ollama; also OpenAI, Anthropic, OpenRouter, and Codex.

Hax is a lightweight coding agent developed in C, designed to run efficiently with minimal RAM usage. It supports various local models and integrates with popular AI platforms like OpenAI and Anthropic, making it a versatile tool for developers.

22. Dutch Train Map Simulator (spoorkaart.zaza.dev)

A customizable map simulating every Dutch train that ran on a real day, including delays and cancellations.

Experience the intricacies of the Dutch rail system with an interactive simulator that recreates every train’s journey, including real-time delays and cancellations. This tool offers a unique way to understand train operations in the Netherlands.

23. Automatic1111 for Apple metal, 40% speed up sd1.5 (therad.ninja)

I use Draw Things a lot on Apple hardware, and one thing has always bothered me about Automatic1111: it feels slower than it should.

Not unusably slow. Just slow enough that you notice it.

On my M3 Pro, a short five-step DPM++ SDE generation in Automatic1111 was typically landing somewhere

A user shares their experience with Automatic1111 on Apple hardware, highlighting performance issues that have been a source of frustration. The article discusses a recent 40% speed improvement for Stable Diffusion 1.5, making it worth checking out for those seeking faster image generation.

25. I hate packaging my software for Linux (getfresh.dev)

Nineteen distribution channels later: what it actually costs to give a terminal editor away for free on Linux, and why the next step is a static musl binary that updates itself.

After navigating 19 distribution channels, the author shares the challenges and costs of distributing a free terminal editor on Linux, highlighting a shift towards using a static musl binary for easier updates. This insight reveals the complexities developers face in the Linux ecosystem.

26. Bike Bureau: Report Bike Lane Obstructions (loudbicycle.com)

Your frustration has a submit button now.

A new platform allows cyclists to easily report obstructions in bike lanes, streamlining the process to address safety concerns. Find out how to make your voice heard and improve cycling conditions in your area.

28. DARPA heavy lift challenge ends with winner at a 3.84:1 payload to weight ratio (dronexl.co)

Avidrone Inc. won the DARPA Lift Challenge at a 3.84:1 payload-to-weight ratio with the Katana, a conventional single-rotor helicopter, and because nobody reached 4:1, the half-prize clause DroneXL reported last week cut every podium payout in two. The result says as much about energy density and American drone policy as it does about lift.

Avidrone Inc. has triumphed in the DARPA Lift Challenge, achieving a notable 3.84:1 payload-to-weight ratio with their Katana helicopter. The competition’s results highlight important insights into energy density and the implications for U.S. drone policy, especially since no team met the 4:1 target.

30. Neutrinos from Deep Inside Earth Provide a New Picture of the Mantle (www.quantamagazine.org)

A global constellation of neutrino detectors is creating a never-before-seen view of the radioactive elements that power Earth’s tectonic heat engine.

Neutrino detectors around the world are revealing insights into the radioactive elements deep within the Earth, shedding light on the processes that drive tectonic activity. This new understanding could reshape our knowledge of the planet’s interior dynamics.

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