2. Could We Dredge the Netherlands Without Fossil Fuels? (solar.lowtechmagazine.com)

For centuries, the Netherlands were mainly dredged by hand, supplemented by animal power, wind power and tidal power. Could it be done again?

The article examines the historical methods of dredging in the Netherlands, focusing on the potential to revert to manual and renewable energy techniques instead of relying on fossil fuels. It raises questions about sustainability and the feasibility of such practices in modern times.

4. Agent Lightning v1.0 (github.com)

Agent Lightning v1.0.1 marks the first official release of the Agent Lightning Skill, which helps coding agents optimize other AI agents.
Provide an editable agent and a benchmark, and the skill gu...

Agent Lightning v1.0.1 introduces a new skill designed to enhance the performance of AI agents by optimizing their coding capabilities. Users can provide an editable agent and benchmark to leverage this skill effectively.

6. Former OC actor Ben McKenzie on crusade to take down 'stupid' cryptocurrency (www.rnz.co.nz)

Ben McKenzie has been on a journey from The OC to calling crypto 'the largest Ponzi scheme in history'.

Ben McKenzie is speaking out against cryptocurrency, labeling it as the biggest Ponzi scheme ever. His transformation from a teen drama star to a vocal critic of digital currencies highlights his concerns about the industry’s impact.

8. Your Open Source Model Could Have a Hidden Time-Release Backdoor (morgin.ai)

We proved it can happen with OpenCode.

OpenCode demonstrates how open source models can inadvertently contain time-release backdoors, raising important security concerns for developers and users alike. Understanding these vulnerabilities is crucial for anyone involved in software development or security.

9. Omacom Foundation funding hits $10M (omarchy.org)

Drew Houston and Peter Steinberger join the Omacom Foundation as Founding Patrons, taking total funding to $10 million.

The Omacom Foundation has reached $10 million in funding with the addition of Founding Patrons Drew Houston and Peter Steinberger. Learn more about their vision and how this financial boost will impact future initiatives.

10. A Claude Code skill that recovers export-blocked Kindle highlights (github.com)

l3a0's Claude Code plugin marketplace β€” kindle-highlights: verbatim Kindle highlight extraction with truncation recovery - l3a0/claude-plugins

A new plugin in the Claude Code marketplace allows users to recover and extract their Kindle highlights, even if they have been export-blocked. This tool could be invaluable for avid readers looking to retain their notes and insights.

11. Declarative WebGPU with S-Expressions (hugodaniel.com)

WebGPU wiring you can ship and share

Learn how to use S-Expressions for a declarative approach to WebGPU, making it easier to create and share graphics applications. This method simplifies the wiring process, enhancing collaboration among developers.

14. Your "File" Menu Isn't About Files (adam.farkas.pro)

What is up with calling the first app menu item "File" even though the items do nothing related to actual files?

πŸ’‘tl;dr – Please consider opting for something better than calling your first menu item "File".

Let's dive into a couple of apps on my MacBook and have a

Many applications label their primary menu item as β€œFile,” yet the options often don’t pertain to actual files. This article argues for a reevaluation of this naming convention and suggests alternatives that could enhance user experience.

16. Elevated Errors for Multiple Models (status.claude.com)

Claude's Status Page - Elevated errors for multiple models.

Multiple models are currently experiencing increased error rates, as indicated on Claude’s status page. Users should check for updates and potential impacts on their services.

18. The Work Number: credit score but for your employment history – by Equifax (employees.theworknumber.com)

The Work Number is there during important life events. Learn more about the service and how to view and manage access to your employment data.

The Work Number allows you to access and manage your employment history data, which can be crucial during significant life events like job applications or loans. Understanding how this service works could help you better navigate your employment verification process.

20. The first search engine for Internet-connected devices (www.shodan.io)

Search engine of Internet-connected devices. Create a free account to get started.

A new search engine has been launched specifically for Internet-connected devices, allowing users to easily find and access these devices. Signing up for a free account is required to start using the service.

23. Show HN: Free Inference Engineer and Model Training Roadmap (inferquest.org)

Free, gamified roadmaps for LLM engineering: an Inference Engineering path (KV caches, CUDA kernels, production vLLM serving) and a Model Training path (pretraining on a budget, scaling laws, SFT/DPO/GRPO) β€” 182 tasks with auto-verified milestones instead of a paper certificate.

Discover a new platform offering gamified roadmaps for large language model engineering, featuring two distinct paths focused on inference engineering and model training. With 182 tasks and auto-verified milestones, this resource aims to make learning practical and engaging without the need for traditional certification.

27. Adding 4 more 2.5GbE interfaces to the GMKtec NucBox G9 (catskull.net)

TL;DR: I added 4x Intel I226-V 2.5GbE network cards to my NucBox G9. You can do it too. Download the files and print them yourself.β†—

Learn how to enhance your GMKtec NucBox G9 by adding four 2.5GbE network interfaces with Intel I226-V cards. The guide includes downloadable files for 3D printing the necessary components.

28. Three Generations in E7 (johncarlosbaez.wordpress.com)

It’s long been a mystery why there are 3 generations of quarks and leptons: three sets of particles, apparently identical except for how they interact with the Higgs boson. It would be nice i…

Scientists are investigating the reason behind the existence of three generations of quarks and leptons, which differ only in their interactions with the Higgs boson. Understanding this could shed light on fundamental questions in particle physics.

30. EuroHPC Launches 6 Quantum Calls with €119M in Funding (www.hpcwire.com)

Aug. 24, 2026 β€”Β The EuroHPC Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) has launched six new calls to advance strategic quantum technologies and the infrastructure needed to accelerate the development and deployment of next-generation quantum systems in Europe. Trapped-Ion Platform Technologies This call, HORIZON-JU-EUROHPC-2026-TIPT-09, aims to advance Europe’s leadership in trapped-ion quantum computing by developing a full-stack quantum […]

EuroHPC JU is offering €119 million in funding through six new initiatives focused on advancing quantum technologies in Europe. One key call aims to enhance Europe’s capabilities in trapped-ion quantum computing, pushing the boundaries of next-generation quantum systems.

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