Andrej Karpathy – It will take a decade to work through the issues with agents

1161 ctoth 2025-10-17 17:24:18 UTC dwarkesh.com Llama Share 1062

Andrej Karpathy discusses the challenges of building artificial general intelligence (AGI) and why he believes it will take a decade to develop competent agents that can interact with the world. He also talks about the limitations of current language models and the need to develop more robust and multimodal intelligence that can learn from experience and adapt to new situations.

Migrating from AWS to Hetzner

1102 pingoo101010 2025-10-17 10:00:21 UTC digitalsociety.coop Llama Share 616

We migrated from AWS and DigitalOcean to Hetzner, saving 76% on cloud bills while tripling capacity. Hetzner's cost-effectiveness and flexibility allowed us to keep our SaaS product running cheaply and performantly.

The Rapper 50 Cent, Adjusted for Inflation

789 gaws 2025-10-17 16:40:02 UTC 50centadjustedforinflation.com Full Share 187

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Claude Skills are awesome, maybe a bigger deal than MCP

718 weinzierl 2025-10-17 17:40:21 UTC simonwillison.net Llama Share 361

Anthropic introduced Claude Skills, a new pattern for making new abilities available to their models, allowing them to perform specific tasks more efficiently. Skills are folders with instructions, scripts, and resources that Claude can load when needed, making it better at specialized tasks like working with Excel or following brand guidelines.

Ruby core team takes ownership of RubyGems and Bundler

661 sebiw 2025-10-17 12:15:53 UTC ruby-lang.org Llama Share 374

Ruby core team assumes stewardship of RubyGems and Bundler from Ruby Central for long-term stability and continuity. The projects will remain open source with no licensing changes, and community contributions are still welcome.

Meow.camera

653 southwindcg 2025-10-17 03:27:24 UTC meow.camera Full Share 230

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Amazon’s Ring to partner with Flock

572 gman83 2025-10-17 09:15:25 UTC techcrunch.com Llama Share 494

Flock cameras can share footage with agencies to aid investigations, but AI-powered technology may exacerbate racial biases. Ring's partnership with Flock could grant access to millions of new cameras, raising concerns about data security.

Live Stream from the Namib Desert

561 surprisetalk 2025-10-17 12:23:01 UTC bookofjoe2.blogspot.com Llama Share 104

You discovered a live streaming camera in the Namib Desert and now watch it daily to see various desert creatures hydrate. The camera shows a variety of animals, including zebras, giraffes, and elephants, in their natural habitat.

New Work by Gary Larson

525 jkestner 2025-10-17 21:34:37 UTC thefarside.com Llama Share 137

The author of The Far Side cartoons has returned to drawing after a 15-year retirement, using a digital tablet to create new content. He's excited to explore and experiment with digital art, free from deadlines and inspired by his past sense of adventure.

The pivot

482 AndrewDucker 2025-10-17 19:37:16 UTC antipope.org Llama Share 246

The author is turning 61 and reflecting on the world's current state, which resembles a dystopian novel. The author believes 2025 is a pivotal year due to an unprecedented civilizational energy transition from fossil fuels to renewables.

4Chan Lawyer publishes Ofcom correspondence

457 alecmuffett 2025-10-17 07:31:58 UTC alecmuffett.com Llama Share 720

Ofcom is enforcing the Online Safety Act, which may have unintended consequences and conflict with US law. The UK government may try to block access to websites like 4Chan, but this could backfire and increase interest in the site.

EVs are depreciating faster than gas-powered cars

423 belter 2025-10-17 10:56:40 UTC restofworld.org Llama Share 944

Electric vehicle resale values are collapsing worldwide due to uncertain battery lifespans, hurting private owners and fleet operators. Battery-as-a-service models may offer a solution by providing predictable costs and stable values for fleet operators.

Titan submersible’s $62 SanDisk memory card found undamaged at wreckage site

416 WithinReason 2025-10-17 06:39:09 UTC tomshardware.com Llama Share 201

Recovery teams found an intact underwater camera with an undamaged SD card in the Titan submersible wreckage. The recovered images and videos show the camera's capabilities but do not reveal anything about the tragic accident.

You did no fact checking, and I must scream

314 blenderob 2025-10-17 14:19:22 UTC shkspr.mobi Llama Share 191

The author debunks a false article about Patricia Routledge's life, showing how easy it is to fact-check basic information. The media has failed to do this, instead spreading misinformation and relying on clickbait.

Intercellular communication in the brain through a dendritic nanotubular network

300 marshfram 2025-10-17 15:22:29 UTC science.org GoogleT5 Share 246

Tunneling nanotubes (dnts) transport small molecules and human amyloid-. eletters are not edited, proofread, or indexed, but they are screened for quality and originality. authors include s. abounit, c. zurzolo, and m.t.heneka - all of whom have worked on neuronal connections involving nanotunnels a decade ago

Ask HN: How to stop an AWS bot sending 2B requests/month?

279 lgats 2025-10-17 05:28:24 UTC news.ycombinator.com Llama Share 176

A bot from AWS Singapore is sending over 700 requests/second to a domain, causing traffic issues. Despite complaints to AWS and various 4XX/30X responses, the traffic continues, requiring contract renegotiation and log review.

OpenAI Needs $400B In The Next 12 Months

265 chilipepperhott 2025-10-17 17:41:02 UTC wheresyoured.at Llama Share 240

OpenAI's plans to build 250 gigawatts of data centers by 2033 are unrealistic and will require over $10 trillion, which is impossible to raise. The company's promises are a "joke" and a "stupid joke" that will harm retail investors and the global financial system.

GOG has had to hire private investigators to track down IP rights holders

256 haunter 2025-10-17 18:44:13 UTC thegamer.com Llama Share 129

Game preservation is harder than expected due to deteriorating game mechanics and intellectual property rights issues. Companies should remove DRM after a few years and allow preservation groups to access source code and assets.

Every vibe-coded website is the same page with different words. So I made that

202 todsacerdoti 2025-10-17 22:36:48 UTC vibe-coded.lol Llama Share 115

Users rely on AI tools to quickly create websites with generic prompts, resulting in identical sites. This approach sparks debate about the value of "prompt engineering" in programming.

Is Postgres read heavy or write heavy?

181 soheilpro 2025-10-17 17:06:16 UTC crunchydata.com Llama Share 54

To determine if a Postgres database is read-heavy or write-heavy, use a query that estimates read and write load based on internal metadata, or review pg_stat_statements extension statistics. This helps make informed decisions for tuning and architecture priorities.

AI has a cargo cult problem

176 cs702 2025-10-17 16:09:02 UTC ft.com Llama Share 135

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US car repossessions surge as more Americans default on auto loans

159 Physkal 2025-10-17 21:13:48 UTC theguardian.com Llama Share 222

The US auto lending market is showing signs of strain with repossessions on the rise and sub-prime lenders facing financial difficulties. Experts warn that this could be a bellwether for broader economic pressures, particularly in lower-income households.

A classified network of SpaceX satellites is emitting a mysterious signal

154 8ig8 2025-10-17 11:32:16 UTC npr.org Llama Share 105

SpaceX's Starshield satellites are emitting a mysterious signal that may violate international standards by transmitting data to Earth on frequencies meant for sending commands from Earth to satellites. This could potentially interfere with other satellites, but experts are unsure if the interference is truly disruptive.

Asking AI to build scrapers should be easy right?

148 suchintan 2025-10-17 19:03:21 UTC skyvern.com Llama Share 77

Skyvern is an open source tool that automates browser tasks with AI, now able to write and maintain its own code. It uses a "explore → replay" pattern to generate and run playwright code.

WebMCP

133 sanj 2025-10-17 21:57:44 UTC github.com/jasonjmcghee Llama Share 27

WebMCP allows websites to share tools with LLMs without sharing API keys, using a widget that exposes tools to client-side LLMs. It uses a localhost-only websocket server for authentication and token exchange, enabling multiple web pages to connect simultaneously.

Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki, 58 passes away

123 corvad 2025-10-17 15:36:48 UTC gamedeveloper.com Llama Share 20

Veteran game developer Tomonobu Itagaki has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of creating the Dead or Alive series and reviving Ninja Gaidan. His peers mourn his loss, remembering his confidence and unapologetic personality.

Free the Internet: The Tor Project's annual fundraiser

110 pabs3 2025-10-17 04:10:38 UTC blog.torproject.org Llama Share 15

The Tor Project is building a free internet by providing safe access to information and protecting users from surveillance and censorship. A fundraising campaign is underway to advance digital freedom and match donations up to $250,000 to support Tor tools and services.

Next steps for BPF support in the GNU toolchain

109 signa11 2025-10-17 03:13:00 UTC lwn.net Llama Share 26

LWN.net is offering a free one-month trial subscription to support human-written articles. The GNU toolchain is working to add BPF support, with a focus on unifying the BPF type format (BTF) with the Compact C Type Format (CTF).

Jeep wrangler owners waiting for answers week after an update bricked their cars

106 pseudolus 2025-10-17 23:58:06 UTC thedrive.com Llama Share 81

Jeep Wrangler 4xe owners experienced issues after a software update, losing power and drive. Jeep has since pushed a second update to revert the software to the previous version, but many owners remain without their cars.

Ask HN: How does one build large front end apps without a framework like React?

106 thepianodan 2025-10-17 10:50:55 UTC news.ycombinator.com Llama Share 180

You're interested in learning about building large web-based software projects with minimal dependencies, specifically focusing on the frontend side.

Forgejo v13.0 Is Available

105 birdculture 2025-10-17 18:39:34 UTC forgejo.org Llama Share 23

Forgejo v13.0 was released on October 16, 2025, with improved security, moderation tools, and usability features. It includes new moderation tools, improved security, and usability enhancements for users and administrators.

Metropolis 1998 lets you design every building in an isometric, pixel-art city (2024)

100 YesBox 2025-10-17 14:04:13 UTC arstechnica.com Llama Share 41

The game Metropolis 1998 is a city-builder where players create and manage their own city, with a focus on fine-toothed building and management. It's still in early development, but promises a unique blend of SimCity and The Sims-style gameplay with a retro aesthetic.

Republicans use deepfake video of Chuck Schumer in new attack ad

87 asib 2025-10-17 20:32:04 UTC theguardian.com Llama Share 30

The National Republican Senatorial Committee released a deepfake video of Chuck Schumer repeating a real quote in a shutdown ad. The video's artificial origins were acknowledged, but its use has raised questions about the future of political campaigning.

Zorin OS 18

81 pentagrama 2025-10-17 14:04:24 UTC blog.zorin.com Llama Share 54

Zorin OS 18 is a major new release with a fresh design, powerful features, and seamless compatibility with popular tools. It's a perfect Windows replacement for everyday users, professionals, and everyone in between.

Marc Benioff: I no longer believe National Guard is needed for SF

79 donsupreme 2025-10-17 21:30:12 UTC cnbc.com Llama Share 90

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff apologized for suggesting federal troops in San Francisco, citing city officials and a safe Dreamforce event. He initially welcomed troops, sparking backlash from local politicians and investors like Ron Conway who resigned from the Salesforce Foundation.

Promoted on Sunday, Fired on Monday: Inside a NASA Office's Sudden Closure

76 ironyman 2025-10-17 22:34:26 UTC planetary.org Llama Share 24

NASA's Office of the Chief Scientist was shut down in March 2025, eliminating 150 years of combined experience and leading to a brain drain of over 4,000 employees. The move foreshadowed devastating budget cuts, threats to NASA science, and widespread layoffs, potentially putting NASA missions and human lives at risk.

Email bombs exploit lax authentication in Zendesk

68 todsacerdoti 2025-10-17 11:27:54 UTC krebsonsecurity.com Llama Share 16

Cybercriminals are abusing Zendesk's lack of authentication to flood inboxes with menacing messages from hundreds of corporate customers. Zendesk is investigating and advising customers to configure authenticated ticket creation workflows to prevent such abuse.

Accelerating authoritarian dynamics: Assessment of democratic decline

62 andsoitis 2025-10-17 02:17:38 UTC steadystate1.substack.com Llama Share 9

A network of national security experts assesses the US is on a trajectory towards competitive authoritarianism due to executive overreach, erosion of judicial independence, legislative weakness, and public trust decline. The Trump Administration's actions, including politicizing institutions and targeting perceived opponents, accelerate democratic erosion and risk further consolidation of ...

Show HN: OnlyJPG – Client-Side PNG/HEIC/AVIF/PDF/etc to JPG

61 johnnyApplePRNG 2025-10-17 11:29:01 UTC onlyjpg.com Llama Share 42

OnlyJPG is a private image processor that stays in the browser. It uses open-source libraries and services for decoding and delivering images.

Endorsing easily disproven claims linked to prioritizing symbolic strength

59 Archelaos 2025-10-17 14:53:31 UTC theconversation.com Llama Share 56

Some people endorse false claims as a way to show symbolic strength and independence from outside influence, even if it means going against facts. This mindset is linked to authoritarian attitudes and can make it difficult to counter misinformation directly.

New computer model helps reveal how the brain both adapts and misfires

59 XzetaU8 2025-10-17 05:51:43 UTC now.tufts.edu Llama Share 19

A study on CogLinks was funded by the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation, among others. The study's content is the authors' responsibility and does not represent the official views of the funders.

Show HN: We packaged an MCP server inside Chromium

45 felarof 2025-10-17 16:22:07 UTC github.com/browseros-ai Full Share 16

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Frank founder Charlie Javice sentenced for JPMorgan fraud

39 EvgeniyZh 2025-10-17 08:48:19 UTC bbc.com Llama Share 37

Charlie Javice was sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding JPMorgan Chase with fake customer lists. She must also pay over $287m to JPMorgan and forfeit $22m.

Making Every Windows 11 PC an AI PC

38 JamesAdir 2025-10-17 19:51:20 UTC blogs.windows.com Llama Share 76

Microsoft is introducing AI-powered features in Windows 11, including Copilot, which allows users to interact with their PC naturally through voice or text. The new features include Copilot Voice, Copilot Vision, and Copilot Actions, which enable users to access AI-powered assistance for tasks such as creating websites, editing videos, and scheduling meetings.

Ace Frehley Has Died

36 brudgers 2025-10-17 19:00:14 UTC nytimes.com Full Share 6

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Stinkbug Leg Organ Hosts Symbiotic Fungi That Protect Eggs from Parasitic Wasps

35 gmays 2025-10-17 14:21:42 UTC bioengineer.org Llama Share 14

Researchers discovered a unique fungal nursery within the hindlegs of female dinidorid stinkbugs, challenging the assumption that the enlarged surface served as an auditory organ. This symbiotic hub safeguards the next generation against parasitic threats by coating eggs with a living fungal shield.

I Test Drove a Flying Car. Get Ready, They're Here

33 thm 2025-10-17 15:44:10 UTC wsj.com Full Share 57

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Amazon-backed, nuclear facility for Washington state

28 stikit 2025-10-17 15:54:34 UTC geekwire.com Llama Share 5

The website is temporarily blocked due to security reasons after a suspicious action was detected. Please email the site owner with the Cloudflare Ray ID to report the issue.

Europe Can't Defend Democracy on US Servers

17 groseje 2025-10-17 13:47:03 UTC werd.io Llama Share 1

Alexandra Geese argues for European social networks to preserve media freedom and freedom of speech. European alternatives can create economic and cultural independence, and a more free and open internet.

I built an F5 QKview scanner for CISA ED 26-01

16 jdbohrman 2025-10-17 12:41:13 UTC usenabla.com Llama Share 0

Nabla released a new F5 BIG-IP detection module for CISA ED 26-01 compliance, generating verifiable evidence for reporting. The module uses deterministic analysis to parse binaries and configurations, producing machine-verifiable control mappings.

Codebase is 250% AI generated

16 brilee 2025-10-17 11:34:04 UTC moderndescartes.com Llama Share 12

The user built an AI-powered tutor for teaching advanced chemistry, but found that human intervention was necessary to create a clear information architecture and avoid useless features that AI coding assistants can amplify. By handwriting key components and using coding assistants like Claude effectively, the user was able to streamline their development process and focus on high-level tasks.

Show HN: Searchable compression for JSON – ~99% page skip and sub-ms lookups

15 kodomonocch1 2025-10-17 15:37:08 UTC github.com/kodomonocch1 Llama Share 6

SEE reduces data and CPU tax by keeping JSON searchable while compressed, offering better TCO/ROI for many workloads. It trades a small size increase for millisecond lookups and page-level random access, cutting I/O and CPU costs.

Claude Skills are awesome, maybe a bigger deal than MCP

11 e2e4 2025-10-17 08:09:17 UTC simonwillison.net Llama Share 2

Anthropic introduced Claude Skills, a new pattern for making new abilities available to their models, allowing them to perform specific tasks more efficiently. Skills are folders with instructions, scripts, and resources that Claude can load when needed, making it better at specialized tasks like working with Excel or following brand guidelines.