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WhatsApp Usernames Arrive This Year With Early Reservation Option
WhatsApp will let users chat without sharing phone numbers. Usernames launch later this year with early reservation starting now.
Smart Plug-In Gadgets Are Changing How Homes Manage Energy
A new wave of plug-in devices adds intelligence and safety to standard outlets. From energy monitoring to automated scheduling, these gadgets make homes more efficient without expensive rewiring.
RocketLab Acquires Iridium, Gaining Control of a Satellite Network
RocketLab acquires Iridium, gaining an operational satellite constellation and spectrum. The deal transforms RocketLab into an integrated space services provider.
Magnificent Seven Stocks Show Signs of Weakness After Long Rally
The Magnificent Seven tech stocks are underperforming as market momentum shifts. Investors face new risks from slowing earnings growth and regulatory pressures.
Battery Life Reshapes the Wearable Device Market
Wearable makers now prioritize battery endurance over other features. New devices deliver weeks of use, changing consumer expectations and market dynamics.
Tech Teams Express Strong Confidence in Agentic AI Despite Context Gaps
A new MIT Technology Review report reveals tech experts trust agents for routine tasks but face hurdles with complex workflows needing business context.
Halvar's Entrepreneurship Guide Draws Attention in Startup Circles
A new entrepreneurship guide by Halvar has sparked debate among founders. The resource covers key startup strategies and practical advice.
Decode Mystery Bytes Launches a New Reverse Engineering Challenge Platform
Decode: Mystery Bytes launches a new reverse engineering puzzle platform for cybersecurity training, focusing on hands-on binary analysis.
As Big Tech Hiring Tightens, Startups Emerge as Stronger Career Path
AI reshapes tech hiring, making startups a prime route for top talent as big companies slow recruitment. Smaller firms offer faster growth and real impact.
Amazon Quietly Restricts Sideloading on Newer Fire TV Stick Models
Amazon is limiting app sideloading on newer Fire TV Sticks, blocking users from installing third-party apps. The move tightens control over Fire OS.
Battery Packs: The Trade-Offs Consumers Rarely Consider
Battery packs offer convenience but face capacity, longevity and environmental drawbacks. Understanding these trade-offs helps consumers make informed choices.
Central Bankers Warn AI Investment Surge Risks Market Collapse
Central bankers warn that the rapid surge in AI investment could trigger a financial crisis, drawing parallels with past tech bubbles and calling for regulatory oversight.
Tech Readers Push for News Sources That Exclude AI Content
A growing segment of tech audiences seeks news outlets committed to human-generated journalism free from AI-written articles.
Anthropic's Cowork Turns Claude Into a File-Working Agent for Non-Coders
Anthropic releases Cowork, a Claude Desktop agent that lets non-technical users read, edit, and create files. Built largely with Claude Code in under two weeks, the tool aims to rival Microsoft Copilot in enterprise productivity.
AI Agent Swarms Pose New Class of Internet-Scale Risks, Google DeepMind Warns
Google DeepMind warns that millions of interacting AI agents could create unprecedented digital risks, funding $10 million in multi-agent safety research.
ZorinOS Brings MacOS Aesthetic to Linux Without the Price Tag
ZorinOS offers a free way to make Linux look like MacOS, easing migration for users attached to Apple's interface. Simple tweaks using ZorinOS's built-in theming tools achieve the look.
Software Engineering Faces New Realities in the Age of AI
A recent essay titled Reflections sparks debate on Hacker News about how AI tools are transforming software engineering roles and practices.
Austria Pushes EU to Lure Anthropic as US Tightens AI Access
Austria is lobbying the EU to host Anthropic after US restrictions on AI access. This signals a shift in global AI competition and could reshape where advanced AI firms locate.
New Show HN Project Expands Access to DRM-Free Books
A new project posted on Show HN offers a growing collection of DRM-free books, challenging restrictive digital publishing models.