2. Tether: iMessage, SMS, etc. on Linux (zackbartel.com)
3. Debian votes to allow "responsible use of generative AI" (lwn.net)
Debian’s recent vote permits the responsible use of generative AI, signaling a shift in how the open-source community approaches emerging technologies. The decision highlights the balance between innovation and ethical considerations in software development.
4. Good Culture Is the Biggest Productivity Hack, Not AI (newsletter.eng-leadership.com)
5. The Internet Is Kind of a Predatory Cesspit Now (www.stephendiehl.com)
6. DHS is using obscure law to snoop on journalists, non-profits, unions (www.theguardian.com)
The Trump administration is bypassing judicial rejection by seeking data directly from social media and telecom firms, raising concerns about privacy and transparency for journalists, non-profits, and unions. This move highlights ongoing tensions between government surveillance and civil liberties.
7. Boot a Virtual iPhone via Apple's Virtualization.framework (github.com)
8. Tencent Releases and Open-Sources Tencent Hy4 Preview (www.tencent.com)
Tencent’s latest release, Hy4 preview, boasts an impressive 770 billion parameters and a context window that surpasses 1 million tokens. This open-source model aims to push the boundaries of large language models, offering new possibilities for developers and researchers.
9. EVE Online moves to Python 3 (www.eveonline.com)
10. Iceland votes on whether to restart talks on joining EU (www.bbc.com)
Iceland’s upcoming vote on EU membership talks is significantly influenced by the country’s fishing industry, amidst shifting international dynamics. The outcome could reshape its economic landscape and trade relationships.
11. Glacier Mice (en.wikipedia.org)
12. GrapheneOS project: pixel 11 no longer supports hardware memory tagging (MTE) (bsky.app)
The GrapheneOS project has made progress on porting its system to the Pixel 11 series, but has hit a roadblock due to the absence of ARM hardware memory tagging support. This decision by Google to remove a key security feature raises concerns about the implications for device safety.
13. I accidentally turned LLM memory into program analysis (pwning.systems)
After shifting focus from enhancing LLM memory, the author developed Lemmalog, a Datalog engine designed to manage an agent’s knowledge effectively. The article details its features like provenance and incremental evaluation, along with performance insights from benchmarks on LongMemEval and LoCoMo.
14. Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope (science.nasa.gov)
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aims to answer crucial questions about dark energy, exoplanets, and astrophysics, making it a key player in advancing our understanding of the universe. Its mission promises to enhance our knowledge of fundamental cosmic phenomena.
15. Samsung's Processing-in-Memory (PIM) (chipsandcheese.com)
16. Show HN: Laser Graffiti (laser.consti.de)
Create stunning graffiti art using a simple setup of a projector and webcam. This open-source tool allows you to draw with a laser pointer, turning your strokes into digital masterpieces right in your browser.
17. StemDeck, a free, open-source and local AI stem separator (github.com)
StemDeck is a new, free platform that helps musicians and producers separate different audio elements like vocals and instruments. It’s a valuable tool for anyone looking to practice, remix, or transcribe music more effectively.
18. SQLite as a Document Database (2020) (dgl.cx)
19. Calibrate Before You Accelerate: Bias Toward Action in a New Role (tucker.wales)
Learn how to harness the power of decisiveness by prioritizing context and understanding before taking action in a new role. This approach can help you avoid common pitfalls and make more informed decisions.
20. TurboKV: Insanely fast Rust key-value store (github.com)
TurboKV is an embedded key-value store designed for Rust, emphasizing speed and simplicity. It’s ideal for developers looking for an efficient data storage solution in their Rust applications.
21. 9th Circuit sides with states in Kalshi gambling fight (azmirror.com)
22. You Know GDPR Is Good Based on Who Hates It (matduggan.com)
23. Show HN: Galaxium, an experimental WebGPU space explorer (galaxium.app)
Galaxium allows users to navigate a 3D representation of the universe directly in their browser, offering an interactive experience to travel from Earth to various celestial bodies and beyond. It’s a unique tool for space enthusiasts and anyone curious about our cosmos.
24. Does the Sumerian King List Align with Paleoclimate Events? (www.vectorian.be)
25. Show HN: Typebase – A single-folder back end you write in TypeScript (typebase.io)
Typebase combines the ease of use found in Convex with the flexibility of Supabase, allowing developers to define database tables directly in TypeScript files within their existing projects. This library aims to streamline backend development by eliminating the need for complex SQL and authorization models.
26. Monzo Stand-In (monzo.com)
28. Hunting Down a Go Runtime Bug on 32-Bit Embedded Systems (sigma-star.at)
29. Europe's last regular standard-gauge steam passenger service (parowozowniawolsztyn.pl)
Rozkład jazdy pociągu z parowozem
Codziennie od poniedziałku do piątku pociąg z lokomotywą parową kursuje na trasie Wolsztyn -
Europe’s final standard-gauge steam passenger service will temporarily switch to a diesel locomotive for maintenance from August 20 to August 28, 2026. Learn about the daily schedule and the enduring charm of steam travel in Wolsztyn.
30. vLLM v0.28.0 (github.com)
Highlights
This release features 584 commits from 270 contributors (76 new)!
Kimi-K3 performance push: a major optimization effort for Kimi-K3 across the stack — Decode Context Parallel (D...
The latest release of vLLM includes significant optimizations for Kimi-K3, driven by contributions from a large community of developers. With 584 commits and a focus on performance enhancements, this update promises to improve efficiency and user experience.