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Should AI Decide Your Court Case? This Judge Says Yes
One of England’s top judges, Geoffrey Vos, believes that AI could adjudicate plenty of civil cases. The question, he says, is where the line should be drawn.
Wired·5h ago
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Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index v5.0
Article URL: https://artificialanalysis.ai/methodology/intelligence-benchmarking Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50269651 Points: 19 # Comments: 5
Hacker News·6h ago
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Jio shares surge 21% in market debut after blockbuster India IPO
Jio has debuted as India's second-most valuable listed company, behind its parent, Reliance Industries.
TechCrunch·6h ago
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Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index v5
Article URL: https://artificialanalysis.ai/articles/artificial-analysis-intelligence-index-v5 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50268868 Points: 12 # Comments: 3
Hacker News·8h ago
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Git for the US Code
Article URL: https://lexifina.com/blog/git-for-the-us-code Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50268380 Points: 170 # Comments: 83
Hacker News·9h ago
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VCs will make billions on Anthropic’s IPO, but Amazon is set to make much (much) more
VCs will make billions on Anthropic’s IPO, but Amazon is set to make much (much) more. Massive note conversions reveal the true extent of Amazon's ownership in Anthropic.
TechCrunch·10h ago
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Moxnox 1.0: NT-Like, POSIX-Compatible OS Running Atop Btrfs
Article URL: https://github.com/maharmstone/moxnox Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50267569 Points: 49 # Comments: 8
Hacker News·11h ago
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The data center boom has an upside: innovation for the US grid
As the AI boom stresses the existing power grid, all sorts of new opportunities for grid modernization are also emerging as a result, industry insiders say.
TechCrunch·12h ago
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Hunger beats tenure: Advice for junior engineers
Article URL: https://felixrieseberg.com/hunger-beats-tenure-advice-for-junior-engineers/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50266719 Points: 28 # Comments: 9
Hacker News·13h ago
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From 8VC to Benchmark, here’s what’s hiding in October SEC filings
From 8VC to Benchmark, here’s what’s hiding in October SEC filings. A whole crop of venture capital firms are raising significant new funds.
TechCrunch·13h ago
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GM is embracing hybrids now
GM eschewed hybrids in favor of battery-electric vehicles. Now it's gearing up to offer hybrid versions of its SUVs.
TechCrunch·13h ago
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Who’s really in charge at Anthropic after the IPO?
Who’s really in charge at Anthropic after the IPO?. Here's a clear explanation of Anthropic's incredibly complex governance structure.
TechCrunch·13h ago
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Discord is making its public communities more searchable, and people have concerns
In December, messages from Discord's public discoverable servers will begin appearing in search engine results.
TechCrunch·14h ago
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Raspberry Pi Zero 3W and Pi 4 Model A spotted in device trees
Article URL: https://bret.dk/raspberry-pi-zero-3-w-pi-4-model-a/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50265594 Points: 140 # Comments: 61
Hacker News·14h ago
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Code-execution flaw in UEFI firmware threatens most servers on planet Earth
Article URL: https://arstechnica.com/security/2026/10/code-execution-flaw-in-uefi-firmware-threatens-most-servers-on-planet-earth/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50265393 Points: 92 # Comments: 24
Hacker News·14h ago
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Four Months of Zig
Article URL: https://gracefulliberty.com/articles/four-months-of-zig/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50265128 Points: 104 # Comments: 59
Hacker News·15h ago
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Elon Musk says Ukraine’s military violated Starlink’s terms of service
Elon Musk claims Ukraine violated Starlink's terms of service before the recent slowdown, as reported earlier by Ars Technica. According to Musk, "Ukraine military violated Starlink terms of service and used it for offensive drone strikes to kill people. That loophole was closed last week," however Ukrainian officials have denied that happened, or that it is actually possible for them to do. The s
The Verge·16h ago
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Trump is making it easier for fossil fuel companies to leak methane
In its latest gift to oil and gas companies, the Trump administration is expected to announce plans today to weaken rules that guard against methane leaks. Methane is a smog-forming pollutant and a powerful greenhouse gas that's up to 80 times as potent as carbon dioxide on a 20-year horizon. It's the primary component of what the fossil fuel industry calls "natural gas" that routinely leaks from
The Verge·17h ago
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The Super Mouse puts a touchscreen macro pad under your hand
A company called Arctic Fox Technologies has announced a new multifunction mouse that forgoes a myriad of customizable shortcut buttons peppered across its surface for a compact touchscreen sitting beneath your hand. The Super Mouse may not prioritize ergonomics with its boxy design, but it can replace other peripherals on your desk, like a trackpad, macro pad, or streaming controller. If you're f
The Verge·18h ago
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Meta’s $25 billion legal loss just put blood in the water
When attorneys general from across the US announced a $17 billion settlement with Meta this summer, the sum was unprecedented. But a ruling last week by a New Mexico judge blew that number out of the water. The judge ordered Meta to pay $25 billion to resolve claims that Meta misled users around the 2018 Cambridge Analytica scandal and related incidents. Similar claims were resolved by the settlem
The Verge·18h ago
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Braze gives Salesforce more speed — and more overlap
Customers could gain tighter activation and AI connections while facing tougher choices about products, pricing, and long-term lock-in. The post Braze gives Salesforce more speed — and more overlap appeared first on MarTech.
Marketing Land·22h ago
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Your event content needs a destination before it needs a prompt
AI makes repurposing event content easier. Here's how to prioritize what matters, get it to the right audiences, and show its value. The post Your event content needs a destination before it needs a prompt appeared first on MarTech.
Marketing Land·22h ago
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The Download: Anthropic’s IPO, smarter power grids, and exercise pills
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Will the real Anthropic please stand up? After weeks of frenzied speculation, Anthropic has filed its IPO prospectus. The 335-page document (100 pages or so are focused on risks) lays out…
MIT Tech Review·23h ago
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Industrial Intelligence: The next growth opportunity for manufacturing
Every manufacturer has its own industrial intelligence. Some is documented, and some resides in the knowledge of experienced workers. Consider an experienced operator preparing to restart a line after a changeover. The machine settings matter, but so does knowing how a particular material behaves, what happened during the previous shift, and when an apparently minor…
MIT Tech Review·1d ago
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X is nudging users to promote their posts with a pointing hand, and people are confused
X is nudging users to promote their posts with a pointing hand, and people are confused. Whose hand is behind this travesty?
TechCrunch·1d ago
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Morning recap: Kane wins Ballon d’Or, EFCC arrests 15, other top stories
Read the morning recap of top Nigerian stories, including Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or win, EFCC’s arrest of 15 over illegal lithium plants, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-kane-wins-ballon-dor-efcc-arrests-15-other-top-stories/
The Punch·1d ago
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The Founder’s Tech Stack: 7 Best PDF Editor Alternatives to Adobe
We have all been there. You are 15 minutes away from a massive client meeting, and you just need to fix a single, glaring typo on page 4 of a critical contract. You open the file, click the text, and you are violently hit with a notification demanding a $25-a…
Addicted2success.com·1d ago
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UK to charge universities $1,200 per international student
Article URL: https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/uk-to-charge-universities-dollar1200-per-international-student-including-those-from/qe5rqbe Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50254935 Points: 17 # Comments: 2
Hacker News·1d ago
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Paytm shares rise 2% after Q2 results. What are Jefferies, Goldman Sachs, and others saying?
Paytm shares rose after the fintech major reported a 976% year-on-year jump in Q2 net profit and 28% revenue growth. Jefferies, Goldman Sachs and Citi retained Buy ratings, with target prices pointing to potential upside.
The Times of India·1d ago
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5 Answer Engine Optimization Tools for Businesses
These AEO platforms can help businesses monitor AI visibility, analyze citations, compare competitors, and identify opportunities to improve their content.
Radaronline.com·1d ago
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Anthropic's potential mega IPO joins ranks of world's biggest listings
Anthropic’s US IPO filing signals potential one of the largest Debuts, reshaping markets, investor flows, and the AI stock narrative.
BusinessLine·1d ago
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Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News
KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. Nepal’s post-Dashain economic landscape reflects mixed financial performance, ongoing governance challe…
Khabarhub.com·1d ago
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I still teach OpenGL ES 3.0
Article URL: https://eliasfarhan.ch/graphics/cpp/2026/01/27/why-i-teach-opengles.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50253939 Points: 29 # Comments: 15
Hacker News·1d ago
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Anthropic takes AI test with filing for Wall Street debut
Anthropic PBC has filed for an IPO, becoming a potential leader in AI technology. The company anticipates trading under the symbol ANT on the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Despite significant revenue growth, Anthropic warns future growth may slow due to market…
The Times of India·1d ago
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16-bit Windows (Windows 1.x, 2.x, 3.0, 3.1, etc.) on 64-bit Windows
Article URL: https://github.com/otya128/winevdm Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50253529 Points: 66 # Comments: 5
Hacker News·1d ago
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Making ‘mind pictures’ takes mental effort
Making ‘mind pictures’ takes mental effort.
Nature·1d ago
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Methane emissions remain flat even as biggest US oil region opens the tap
Methane emissions remain flat even as biggest US oil region opens the tap.
Nature·1d ago
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Gene therapy that led to boy’s death had limited efficacy
Gene therapy that led to boy’s death had limited efficacy.
Nature·1d ago
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Barn owls’ ancestors made a transatlantic flight
Barn owls’ ancestors made a transatlantic flight.
Nature·1d ago
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How to keep tabs on the tools in your lab
How to keep tabs on the tools in your lab.
Nature·1d ago
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Author Correction: A chemical defence against phage infection
Author Correction: A chemical defence against phage infection.
Nature·1d ago
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AI watermarking efforts must encourage independent public scrutiny
AI watermarking efforts must encourage independent public scrutiny.
Nature·1d ago
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Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 employees as AI spending climbs
Microsoft's buyouts highlight a strategic shift towards AI investment, potentially reshaping workforce dynamics and industry focus. The post Microsoft offers buyouts to 60,000 employees as AI spending climbs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Crypto Briefing·1d ago
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Databricks co-founder shares his secrets for winning big enterprise customers
Turns out selling to big companies isn’t about having the shiniest tech: It’s about hitching a ride on a giant’s sales team.
TechCrunch·1d ago
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Samsung’s Switch 2-ready MicroSD Express card is on sale for less than $50
Running out of space on your Nintendo Switch 2? Thankfully, Samsung’s P9 MicroSD Express card is discounted at multiple retailers, with the 256GB version going for $47.99 (Amazon, B&H Photo) and the 512GB version $99 (Amazon, B&H Photo). The smaller card typically sells for around $80, and the larger option usually sells between $150 and $200, though both are higher than their original launch pric
The Verge·1d ago
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Why Anthropic’s IPO Prospectus Is Missing So Many Key Figures
Anthropic’s S-1 filing is hundreds of pages long—and it leaves out quite a few financial details. “Anthropic owes investors more information,” one analyst tells WIRED.
Wired·1d ago
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Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts to a quarter of its workforce
Article URL: https://www.kuow.org/technology/2026-10-26/microsoft-offers-voluntary-buyouts-to-a-quarter-of-its-workforce Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50250937 Points: 20 # Comments: 0
KUOW News and Information·1d ago
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Best Dyson Vacuum Deals for Dyson Week 2026
The powerful Dyson V16 Piston Animal and other Dyson vacuums and tools are discounted until Halloween.
Wired·1d ago
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Anker’s Halloween Sale Takes 20% Off Our Favorite Chargers and Power Banks
Avoid the scariest thing this Halloween (your phone at 1 percent) with Anker's 20 percent off sale on all charging gear.
Wired·1d ago
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Microsoft gives voluntary buyout offer to about 60,000 employees
Microsoft said on Monday it is offering voluntary buyouts to more than a quarter of its global workforce — including in Canada — as the technology giant looks to contain costs and help fund its massive AI investments.
CBC News·1d ago
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Apple AirTags (2nd Gen) Are on Sale for 20% Off Right Now
Apple AirTags (2nd Gen) Are on Sale for 20% Off Right Now. Track down your suitcase, car keys, and other essentials with this $23 Bluetooth tracker.
Wired·1d ago
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Uh-oh, it sounds like the iPhone Duo keeps cracking and users aren’t happy about it
A small number of early adopters of the much-hyped new foldable phone from Apple have complained of screens cracking.
TechCrunch·1d ago
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Fusion startups are giving the government shares in exchange for awards. Is it worth it?
Fusion startups face a new challenge, one unrelated to plasma physics: Give the government shares in exchange for funding awards or go it alone?
TechCrunch·1d ago
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iPhone Duo now supports Apple Pencil with iOS 27.2
Apple has just released iOS 27.2, bringing Apple Pencil support to the iPhone Duo. The software update also includes an "Edge Light" feature for the iPhone Duo that's intended to illuminate your face during video calls. Apple previously said the iPhone Duo would add support for the Apple Pencil "later this year." The company's first foldable comes with revamped iOS 27 controls designed to work acr
The Verge·1d ago
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Google Fitbit Edge Review: I Still Prefer the Air (2026)
The Edge is a welcome upgrade for longtime Fitbit users, but the missing NFC technology is a puzzling regression.
Wired·1d ago
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The NBA’s response to gambling scandals is to add more gambling partnerships
From the bright minds that brought you FTX Arena and NBA Top Shot NFT maketplace (where sales last month dropped to $762,781, which is a 99.66 percent decrease compared to the February 2021 peak of $226,350,843), the NBA announced Monday that it has new "preferred" prediction market deals for Kalshi and Polymarket, as well as a memorandum of understanding with the US CFTC about how to manage the r
The Verge·1d ago
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Type Server Protocol
Article URL: https://github.com/microsoft/pylance-release/blob/main/docs/tsp/type-server-protocol.md Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50248371 Points: 225 # Comments: 147
Hacker News·1d ago
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Hellraiser: Revival Is Gross Enough To Save Games As Art
Hellraiser: Revival Is Gross Enough To Save Games As Art. Saber Interactive makes me want to puke, and I'm glad
Kotaku·1d ago
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Oldest GUI application that still runs on Windows 11
Article URL: https://blog.enlyth.com/posts/oldest-windows-gui-app-win-11/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50248055 Points: 373 # Comments: 218
Hacker News·1d ago
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How Nigerians can apply for Don Jazzy’s 2027 tech scholarship
Learn how to apply for the Don Jazzy tech scholarship 2027. The programme offers up to 100% tuition cover for courses like AI, cybersecurity, and more. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-nigerians-can-apply-for-don-jazzys-2027-tech-scholarship/
The Punch·1d ago