Jurassic Park computers in excruciating detail

534 vinhnx 2026-07-15 03:37:53 UTC fabiensanglard.net Qwen Share 125

The author meticulously analyzed Jurassic Park's computers, detailing models like Apple Powerbooks, SGI workstations, and custom software, while noting real hardware used in the 1993 film. They also paid tribute to Sam Neill, who portrayed Alan Grant.

Vancouver PD website features Quick Escape button that wipes itself from history

292 LookAtThatBacon 2026-07-15 00:37:53 UTC vpd.ca Qwen Share 120

Call 911 for emergencies; use non-emergency options for delayed crimes or other issues. The Vancouver Police Department offers resources for missing persons, police checks, community outreach, and crime reporting to enhance public safety.

Bonsai 27B: A 27B-Class model that runs on a phone

621 xenova 2026-07-14 18:37:53 UTC prismml.com Qwen Share 217

Bonsai 27B, a multimodal AI model based on Qwen3.6 27B, runs on phones and laptops using ternary/1-bit weights, retaining 90-95% of full-precision performance while enabling local agentic workflows. Available under Apache 2.0, it offers 1-bit (3.9GB) and ternary (5.9GB) variants for device-specific efficiency, shifting AI deployment toward privacy-focused, cost-effective on-device execution.

TS-2026-009: Insecure argument handling in Tailscale SSH permitted root access

165 jervant 2026-07-15 01:37:53 UTC tailscale.com Full Share 93

Security notifications affecting the Tailscale client and service Read our incident disclosure and notification policy. If you’re directly affected by a security issue in Tailscale, and we have your contact information, we will contact you.

Who's running all those tiny RPKI servers?

48 enz 2026-07-15 07:37:53 UTC blog.apnic.net Qwen Share 3

BGP's lack of trust enables routing hijacks, addressed by RPKI through cryptographic ROAs. Small RPKI servers, operated by diverse entities for education, cross-RIR management, or experimentation, cover critical services but often misuse maxLength, risking sub-prefix hijacks despite 92.4% valid ROAs.

Floating Companion: Exploring Design Space for Soft Floating Robots in Indoor

3 hopelessluca 2026-07-15 11:03:53 UTC dl.acm.org Prefix Share 0

Soft floating robots (SFRs) represent a shift from rigid machines, offering gravity-defying, compliant, and tactile embodiments for indoor cohabitation. However, their development remains fragmented across isolated prototypes, lacking a coherent design vocabulary. Without a systematic understanding of their interactional capabilities, designers struggle to leverage SFRs’ unique affordances, ...

The Tower Keeps Rising

484 cdrnsf 2026-07-14 17:37:53 UTC lucumr.pocoo.org Qwen Share 227

AI-assisted coding reduces coordination friction, enabling isolated changes that bypass shared understanding, leading to Babel-like chaos where systems grow without cohesive design. The absence of immediate failure masks the erosion of collaborative clarity, as automated tools sustain progress despite fragmented knowledge.

I tricked Claude into leaking your deepest, darkest secrets

378 macleginn 2026-07-15 06:37:53 UTC ayush.digital Qwen Share 175

A researcher found that Claude's memory system could leak sensitive user data, like names and employers, by tricking the AI into navigating a malicious website's links to spell out personal information. Anthropic patched the vulnerability by limiting web navigation, but the exploit underscores risks in AI systems storing vast user profiles.

RISC-V Is Inevitable: State of the Union Keynote Argues

83 signa11 2026-07-15 06:37:53 UTC eetimes.com Full Share 71

Cursor 0day: When Full Disclosure Becomes the Only Protection Left

385 Synthetic7346 2026-07-14 18:37:53 UTC mindgard.ai Qwen Share 181

Cursor, a major AI IDE, has a critical vulnerability enabling automatic execution of malicious git.exe files in repositories, unpatched for over six months despite repeated reports. The company's silence highlights security process failures and risks for its 7 million+ users.

Dependabot version updates introduce default package cooldown

183 woodruffw 2026-07-14 21:37:53 UTC github.blog Qwen Share 115

Dependabot delays version update PRs by 3 days to prevent supply chain attacks, defaulting across all ecosystems. Security updates remain immediate, with customization options in GHES 3.23.

Neverclick: Desktop application for performing mouse actions with your keyboard

15 thunderbong 2026-07-15 08:37:53 UTC github.com/lazovelko Qwen Share 14

Neverclick uses computer vision for UI automation, offering tools like Grid mode, Text Highlighting, and Path selection, with keyboard controls for positioning and multi-select. It runs offline, requires no continuous CPU usage, and is developed primarily by the creator with some AI assistance, featuring custom artwork and a low-resource footprint.

How I use HTMX with Go

262 gnabgib 2026-07-14 20:37:53 UTC alexedwards.net Qwen Share 75

The book guides building a Go web app with HTMX for interactivity, covering template structuring, partial/full-page responses, and secure user auth. It includes practical examples like user search, HTMX request handling, and error management using Go's html/template and embedded static assets.

Combinatorial Games in Lean

16 wertyk 2026-07-15 08:37:53 UTC github.com/vihdzp Qwen Share 2

Combinatorial games are two-player, perfect-information, terminating contests with no chance or draws, e.g., Nim, Hackenbush. They contrast with poker (chance) or chess (draws), and their theory, based on Conway, links to surreal numbers.

Andon (manufacturing)

59 tony 2026-07-15 03:37:53 UTC en.wikipedia.org Qwen Share 21

Andon systems in manufacturing alert workers to quality issues via lights, sounds, or displays, enabling production pauses for fixes, rooted in Toyota's Jidoka method. Modern systems use wireless buttons over cords, empowering workers to halt lines and log issues for continuous improvement.

How to stop Claude from saying load-bearing

547 shintoist 2026-07-14 12:37:53 UTC jola.dev Qwen Share 567

Tired of Claude's jargon like "honest takes"? Use the MessageDisplay hook script to swap terms for humor. Install it in ~/.claude/hooks/wordswap.sh, add to settings.json, and customize—share your swaps or support the author @jola.dev.

Microsoft has released software updates to plug at least 570 security holes

144 robin_reala 2026-07-14 21:37:53 UTC krebsonsecurity.com Qwen Share 95

Microsoft released 570 security patches, triple last month's, driven by AI-aided discovery, including critical and zero-day flaws. Other firms like Adobe and Google are accelerating patch cycles due to AI, urging users to delay updates to avoid potential stability risks.

I'm a USB-C Maximalist

299 speckx 2026-07-14 15:37:53 UTC shkspr.mobi Qwen Share 393

The author traveled light in Europe using a universal USB-C power brick with multiple ports, eliminating the need for various chargers. Despite some USB-C limitations, its widespread availability simplified charging diverse devices like phones, trackers, and headphones, proving more reliable than older, device-specific solutions.

Show HN: Web App Uses RTL-SDR to Align HDTV Antenna

9 robotastic 2026-07-15 08:37:53 UTC tunerscope.com Prefix Share 0

Tuner Scope turns a cheap RTL-SDR dongle into a live signal meter for over-the-air TV. Plug it into your antenna, press Start, and the app sweeps the US broadcast bands and shows you exactly how strong each channel is — so you can aim your antenna for the cleanest possible reception instead of guessing. Everything runs in your browser over WebUSB — no install, and nothing leaves your machine. ...

The kids with phones are alright

224 JumpCrisscross 2026-07-14 13:37:53 UTC heatherburns.tech Qwen Share 251

A viral video of Scottish passengers confronting a predatory drunk man highlights effective real-world bystander action and victim support, contrasting with 2026 tech policies that disproportionately target youth and reflect elite-driven, paternalistic control over digital autonomy, rooted in classist power dynamics.

Surprising lessons from my research scientist job search

20 gmays 2026-07-15 06:37:53 UTC yongzx.github.io Qwen Share 1

A CS PhD student pivoted from multilingual research to AI safety, delaying graduation for a fellowship, and navigated a disorganized job search with diverse interview formats, emphasizing that only a few papers matter, work trials are common, and timing/field popularity heavily influence outcomes. They highlight the need for flexibility, as interviews often test unrelated skills and AI safety ...

The largest available Minecraft world, totalling 15 TB

227 _____k 2026-07-14 17:37:53 UTC 2b2t.place Qwen Share 73

A group used 28 bots to create the largest Minecraft world download (15 TB) for 2b2t, preserving its anarchy history before censorship and changes. The project, spanning over a year, archives player-edited areas across dimensions, offering free access for data mining and historical exploration.

LeMario: Training a JEPA World Model on Super Mario Bros

115 kevinjosethomas 2026-07-14 22:37:53 UTC benjamin-bai.com Qwen Share 13

Built JEPA-based LeMario for Super Mario Bros, achieving short-term prediction and small goal navigation. Failed with long-term goals and vertical movement due to dataset/environment limitations, highlighting the need for robust evaluation and dataset design beyond architecture.

Mathematical texts from a Maya site in Guatemala identify an ancient astronomer

99 homarp 2026-07-14 22:37:53 UTC nature.com Qwen Share 23

A mathematical formula on a wall at Guatemala's Xultun site identifies Sak Tahn Waax, a Maya mathematician-astronomer, as the first named scholar in Mayan texts. The formula links calendar cycles and astronomical events, showcasing advanced math and intellectual creativity.

The bread paradox: why convenience always wins, and why SaaS isn't doomed

96 srijan4 2026-07-15 01:37:53 UTC joanwestenberg.com Qwen Share 89

The text compares the convenience of buying bread to SaaS, arguing that despite DIY options (like AI tools), people prefer commercial solutions for reliability and ease. SaaS will evolve but thrive by offering accountability and infrastructure, not just features.

Launch HN: Agnost AI (YC S26) – Extract user feedback from agent conversations

79 laalshaitaan 2026-07-14 17:37:53 UTC agnost.ai Qwen Share 43

Agnost AI analyzes real user conversations to identify agent failures and user pain points, generating actionable fixes via reviewed PRs. It enhances agent performance by uncovering hidden issues, improving conversions, and accelerating improvements through collaboration.

Solving 20 Erdős Problems with 20 Codex Accounts Running in Parallel

142 colin7snyder 2026-07-15 00:37:53 UTC starfleetmath.com Qwen Share 81

Star Fleet solves open math problems using Lean 4 and 20 GPT-5.6 agents via TypeScript/Bun, leveraging SAT solvers, vector databases, and custom memory systems. It formally proves conjectures like Erdos 123/129 with verified solutions and rigorous logical frameworks.

Probably check on your smart appliances

78 xena 2026-07-14 22:37:53 UTC xeiaso.net Full Share 28

TL;DR: is your refrigerator running malware? If so, you better catch it!

The Estranged Worlds of J. G. Ballard

69 Caiero 2026-07-14 21:37:53 UTC lareviewofbooks.org Qwen Share 15

J.G. Ballard, a visionary sci-fi writer, explored alienation in post-industrial society through estranged narratives in works like *Crash* and *High-Rise*. The biography *The Illuminated Man*, completed posthumously, traces his life's influence on fiction, reflecting themes of transmutation and incompleteness.

Show HN: Juggler – an open-source GUI coding agent, by the creator of JUCE

249 julesrms 2026-07-14 13:37:53 UTC github.com/juggler-ai Qwen Share 107

Juggler offers a GUI workbench for visual, interactive control of LLM codebase workflows via branching session trees, plugins, and editable context. It supports cross-platform collaboration, local/remote access, and integrates with major models like Claude, OpenAI, and Gemini.