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Breaking WebAuthn, FIDO2, and Forging Passkeys

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-02-28 06:55:39

Okay, but why does this even work? Forging Passkeys: Exploring the FIDO2 / WebAuthn Attack Surface Fri Jun 20 2025 authored by vmfunc Introduction Passwords are dying—slowly, awkwardly, and not without a fight. Large parts of the internet are already nudging users toward "passkeys", the marketing-friendly name for FIDO2 credentials that live on your phone, security key, or TPM. In theory passkeys solve phishing and credential-stuffing in one swoop. In practice... they might introduce a shin

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Gemini Robotics On-Device brings AI to local robotic devices

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-04 23:05:10

We’re introducing an efficient, on-device robotics model with general-purpose dexterity and fast task adaptation. In March, we introduced Gemini Robotics, our most advanced VLA (vision language action) model, bringing Gemini 2.0’s multimodal reasoning and real-world understanding into the physical world. Today, we’re introducing Gemini Robotics On-Device, our most powerful VLA model optimized to run locally on robotic devices. Gemini Robotics On-Device shows strong general-purpose dexterity an

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Nordic Semiconductor Acquires Memfault

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-05 00:07:49

Memfault has established itself as the leading platform provider for device observability and management, and secure over-the-air (OTA) software updates to ensure the highest device reliability without field returns. It is trusted by a growing developer community and customers to monitor, maintain, and scale connected products. Nordic will integrate Memfault’s capabilities across its complete product portfolio and into its existing nRF Cloud services platform, creating a significantly more power

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Marvel's 'Ironheart' Debuts Today. Here's How to Watch

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-04 23:16:00

It's been almost three years since the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Marvel's Ryan Coogler-directed film that introduced Dominique Thorne as Riri Williams. The brilliant teenage MIT student created a vibranium detector that caught the attention of the CIA, Wakandans and, um, a water-dwelling god. Now, the character has her own streaming TV show: Ironheart. Pulled from the pages of Marvel's comic books, the young inventor possesses genius-level intelligence and found Tony Stark an i

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A federal judge sides with Anthropic in lawsuit over training AI on books without authors’ permission

techcrunch.com Amanda Silberling 2026-03-05 00:17:18

Federal judge William Alsup ruled that it was legal for Anthropic to train its AI models on published books without the authors’ permission. This marks the first time that the courts have given credence to AI companies’ claim that fair use doctrine can absolve AI companies from fault when they use copyrighted materials to train LLMs. This decision comes as a blow to authors, artists, and publishers who have brought dozens of lawsuits against companies like OpenAI, Meta, Midjourney, Google, and

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With on-board Netflix and 4K triple-laser output, this Google TV projector is ready for movie night

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-03-05 05:52:45

Dangbei TL;DR Dangbei’s MP1 Max is a 4K Google TV projector with built-in stand. The multi-modal light source combines laser and LED output for a bright 3,100 lumen rating. The MP1 Max natively supports Netflix and all your other favorite streaming apps. If you still have yet to upgrade your home media experience with the fun and convenience of a modern digital projector, what are you waiting for? If you’ve got a blank wall, you’ve got a screen just waiting to be used, and there is absolutel

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This smart fitness product could be the perfect companion for Apple Watch

9to5mac.com Zac Hall 2026-03-05 05:15:00

Update: Avelo Running is closer to arriving with an already funded Kickstarter campaign that doubled its goal within hours of launching. Learn much more about the project and pledge your support to join the race. Avelo Running is a fitness-focused startup that recently came out of stealth to unveil their first product. What the company is building has the potential to be the perfect running companion for Apple Watch. Any runner with a smartphone can benefit, though, without bringing a phone or

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You’ll soon be able to send photos and video to 911 as easily as to friends

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-03-05 05:27:02

When a serious emergency occurs, a picture can be worth a thousand words. It can be incredibly helpful to first responders to see ahead of time what they will be faced with when they arrive. It is technically possible to send photos and video to 911 operators, but it’s a convoluted process. That’s set to change later this year … If this all sounds familiar, that’s because there had been limited trials of the feature before Apple last year announced Emergency SOS Live Video in iOS 18. The aim w

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The 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad drops to $15 ahead of Prime Day

engadget.com Unknown 2026-03-05 05:00:35

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Amazon Prime Day deals are already popping up online, and one of the best ones we've found so far is on a teeny, tiny 8BitDo controller. The 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad is on sale for only $15 right now, which is $10 off its usual price and a record low. It comes in green and blue,

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I tested a robot vacuum that mops with recycled water and the results surprised me

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-03-05 05:40:12

ZDNET's key takeaways The 3i S10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is available for $1,900. This device features a unique innovation: a trademarked WaterRecycle station that distills wastewater and dehumidifies your home so you never have to refill the clean water tank. The full device is one-of-a-kind, so its settings and setup take some getting used to, and it can sometimes take a long time to finish a task while the water distills. $1,899.99 at Amazon The 3i S10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is on s

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Can't upgrade your Windows 10 PC? Here are your options before it all ends in 3 months

zdnet.com Ed Bott 2026-03-05 05:47:00

Microsoft / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Have you decided what to do with your Windows 10 PCs when they reach their official end-of-support date three months from now? I know some people who are convinced that Microsoft will back down at the last minute and extend that deadline. Take this prediction to the bank: That's not gonna happen. Also: How to upgrade your 'incompatible' Windows 10 PC to Windows 11 - 2 free options The end date is right there on the Microsoft Support document that list

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A brief history of hardware epidemics

news.ycombinator.com Alan B 2026-03-01 08:18:39

Living creatures aren’t the only things to be ravaged by epidemics. Computers, even Macs, can die prematurely when there are widespread manufacturing failures. I’d like to unearth a couple of mass graves from the past that have surely contributed to landfill around the world: capacitor plague and lead-free solder, and a recent problem with butterflies. Capacitor plague 1999-2007 Capacitors or ‘caps’ have a chequered history. Acting as temporary stores of electric charge, they’re used extensive

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Show HN: Oasis – an open-source, 3D-printed smart terrarium

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-03-05 05:03:41

Oasis https://oasis-terrarium.com Oasis is a fully open-source, mostly 3d-printed smart terrarium. It provides the ideal environment for humidity-loving plants like mosses, ferns, orchids, and many others. The design includes: high power LED lighting a mister for providing plants with water and maintaining high humidity fans for airflow a temperature/humidity sensor for monitoring environment conditions wifi connectivity to allow control and configuration from your phone or computer (see

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Finding a 27-year-old easter egg in the Power Mac G3 ROM

news.ycombinator.com Doug Brown 2026-03-05 04:06:45

I was recently poking around inside the original Power Macintosh G3’s ROM and accidentally discovered an easter egg that nobody has documented until now. This story starts with me on a lazy Sunday using Hex Fiend in conjunction with Eric Harmon’s Mac ROM template (ROM Fiend) to look through the resources stored in the Power Mac G3’s ROM. This ROM was used in the beige desktop, minitower, and all-in-one G3 models from 1997 through 1999. As I write this post in mid-2025, I’m having a really diff

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The First Reactions to ‘Ironheart’ Are All Over the Place

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2026-03-05 05:00:50

We’re on the eve of a new Marvel show, and the House of Mouse has started allowing press who’ve seen all six episodes of Ironheart to share how they think. While the early verdicts swing pretty wildly between positive and mild shrugs at best, there’s also a lot of hints that the series’ back half includes a pretty wild climax. While there does seem to be a wide range of opinions, it seems like most of whether or not Ironheart lands with people clicks with its flow, with many critics pointing to

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This Ruko 6K Drone Is Cheaper Than Its Black Friday Price on Amazon, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-03-05 05:40:15

Fourth of July is coming up. If you want a fancy new toy to show off to your friends and family when they come over for the cookout, consider this Ruko F11PRO 2 drone. Normally priced at $570, it’s actually part of a limited time deal over at Amazon. For the time being, you can can pick it up for a solid 40% discount. That brings the price down to just $340—saving you a whopping $230. You can put that extra cash towards some hot dogs or maybe some fireworks. Just consider not flying the drone wh

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This Billionaire Turned a Software Firm Into a $42 Billion Bitcoin Whale

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2026-03-05 05:58:55

Michael Saylor doesn’t just believe in Bitcoin. He’s betting his entire company on it. On Saturday, the billionaire founder of MicroStrategy, once a sleepy business software firm, announced he had bought another 245 bitcoins for around $26 million, paying an average of $105,856 per coin. That brings MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin holdings to a jaw-dropping 592,345 BTC, acquired for $41.87 billion at an average cost of $70,681 per coin. Saylor posted the update to his 4.4 million followers on X, bragg

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Google’s new robotics AI can run without the cloud and still tie your shoes

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-03-05 05:00:41

We sometimes call chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT "robots," but generative AI is also playing a growing role in real, physical robots. After announcing Gemini Robotics earlier this year, Google DeepMind has now revealed a new on-device VLA (vision language action) model to control robots. Unlike the previous release, there's no cloud component, allowing robots to operate with full autonomy. Carolina Parada, head of robotics at Google DeepMind, says this approach to AI robotics could make robot

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Google DeepMind’s optimized AI model runs directly on robots

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-03-05 05:00:00

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Google DeepMind is rolling out an on-device version of its Gemini Robotics AI model that allows it to operate without an internet connection. The vision-language-action model (VLA) comes with dexterous capabilities similar to the one released in March, but Google says “it’s small and efficient enough to run directly on a robot.” The flagship Gemini

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Microsoft planning ‘major’ Xbox layoffs next week

theverge.com Tom Warren 2026-03-05 05:17:05

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Microsoft is planning to cut jobs in the company’s Xbox gaming business, as early as next week. I first reported in Notepad earlier this month that Microsoft was planning Xbox layoffs “potentially by the end of the month,” and now Bloomberg says a round of “major layoffs” is due next week. I understand managers at Microsoft have been briefed about Xbox cuts and wider layoffs i

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Google rolls out new Gemini model that can run on robots locally

techcrunch.com Ivan Mehta 2026-03-05 05:00:00

Google DeepMind on Tuesday released a new language model called Gemini Robotics On-Device that can run tasks locally on robots without requiring an internet connection. Building on the company’s previous Gemini Robotics model that was released in March, Gemini Robotics On-Device can control a robot’s movements. Developers can control and fine-tune the model to suit various needs using natural language prompts. In benchmarks, Google claims the model performs at a level close to the cloud-based

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Creative clash pauses McConaughey & Harrelson Apple TV+ comedy series

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-03-05 10:55:20

Apple TV+ has halted production for its upcoming untitled “brothers” comedy starring Matthew McConaughey (Interstellar, The Lost Bus) and Woody Harrelson (True Detective, Natural Born Killers). Here’s what happened. Creative differences on season conclusion halt production According to an exclusive report by Deadline’s Nellie Andreeva, filming on the project was suspended late last week, with the cast sent home. The production hiccup is due to the departure of showrunner David West Read (Schi

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Your Android phone just got a major upgrade for free - including these Pixel models

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2026-03-05 10:23:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Android 16 is officially here, and Google has some big upgrades on the way. Instead of releasing a new OS and a new phone lineup at the same time, Google is making the same move it did with Android 15 and giving both software and hardware their time to shine. Also: How to turn on Android's Private DNS mode - and why it's an absolute must for security This is the earliest Google has launched a major Android release in a while (for comparison, Android 15 was released on Oct. 15

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This premium Lenovo Chromebook made me forget about my MacBook and Windows PC

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2026-03-05 10:25:00

The Lenovo Chromebook Plus with an OLED display. Kyle Kucharski/ZDNET Chromebooks are continuing to level up. Google just announced a host of new AI features live in ChromeOS now, along with the Lenovo Chromebook Plus, an all-new device with an OLED display, up to 16GB of RAM, and up to 17 hours of battery life -- the most of any Chromebook to date. Also: The best Chromebooks for students in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed I recently had a chance to go hands-on with the Lenovo Chromebook P

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Want a free VPN? How to use ProtonVPN on Android without having to pay

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-03-05 10:32:19

June Wan/ZDNET I'm going to start off by saying that when presented with a free VPN service, I typically turn and run because most of those services cannot be trusted one bit. Even some paid VPN services aren't always what you think they should be. However, there are some VPNs that carry with them a reputation for being secure, stable and trustworthy. Nearly all of those VPNs have an associated cost, some of which can only be used for free during a trial period. And then there's ProtonVPN. A

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Rocket Money Review 2025: CNET's Editor's Choice Winner for Best Budgeting App

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-03-05 09:00:00

If you're looking for a budgeting app, Rocket Money should be at the top of your consideration list. Easy to use, affordable and chock-full of features, Rocket Money is a great fit for the average budgeter looking to get a handle on their finances. That's why it won CNET's 2024 Editors' Choice award for best overall budgeting app. Here's a look at what you'll get with Rocket Money. 9.4 Rocket Money Buy at Rocket Money Like Affordable Affordable Easy to use Easy to use Savings goals Savings

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A week in Xbox VR with Microsoft and Meta’s new $399 headset

theverge.com Tom Warren 2026-03-05 10:00:00

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Microsoft and Meta announced an Xbox-branded Quest VR headset last year, and it’s going on sale today for $399.99. The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition is a custom colorway VR headset that comes bundled with an Xbox wireless controller, matching Touch Plus controllers, and three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. I’ve been using the Quest 3S Xbox Edition over the past week, and I wa

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8BitDo’s controllers will work with the Switch 2 after a firmware update

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2026-03-05 10:08:19

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. 8BitDo announced that eight of its flagship controllers are now compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 following a firmware update. Although some companies had early access to the Switch 2’s specs to build accessories like cases and screen protectors, many had to wait until launch day to ensure their devices were compatible with the new console.

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Robots are transforming warehouse automation and ending back-breaking truck loading

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2026-03-05 15:46:00

The big picture: As the warehouse floor becomes increasingly automated, robots now handle the most punishing aspects of logistics, while people focus on oversight, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. With companies like DHL, FedEx, UPS, and Walmart investing heavily in robotics, the era of the backbreaking warehouse job may soon be history. The last stronghold of human labor in warehouses – the grueling job of loading and unloading trucks – is rapidly giving way to a new generation of

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Tesla Robotaxi Terrifyingly Jerks Wheel Back and Forth While Carrying Passenger

futurism.com Unknown 2026-03-04 17:08:45

Tesla's Robotaxi service is finally, actually here. And for the most part, the launch, which took place this weekend, has been pretty uneventful. A spate of Tesla "influencers" have already uploaded videos of their first rides depicting the driverless cabs — though not supervisor-less, as each one comes with a human "safety monitor" silently riding shotgun — roaming the streets of Austin, Texas. Nothing to write home about. Except for at least one genuinely bizarre incident. In a video uploaded

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Breaking WebAuthn, FIDO2, and Forging Passkeys

Gemini Robotics On-Device brings AI to local robotic devices

Nordic Semiconductor Acquires Memfault

Marvel's 'Ironheart' Debuts Today. Here's How to Watch

A federal judge sides with Anthropic in lawsuit over training AI on books without authors’ permission

With on-board Netflix and 4K triple-laser output, this Google TV projector is ready for movie night

This smart fitness product could be the perfect companion for Apple Watch

You’ll soon be able to send photos and video to 911 as easily as to friends

The 8BitDo Micro Bluetooth gamepad drops to $15 ahead of Prime Day

I tested a robot vacuum that mops with recycled water and the results surprised me

Can't upgrade your Windows 10 PC? Here are your options before it all ends in 3 months

A brief history of hardware epidemics

Show HN: Oasis – an open-source, 3D-printed smart terrarium

Finding a 27-year-old easter egg in the Power Mac G3 ROM

The First Reactions to ‘Ironheart’ Are All Over the Place

This Ruko 6K Drone Is Cheaper Than Its Black Friday Price on Amazon, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

This Billionaire Turned a Software Firm Into a $42 Billion Bitcoin Whale

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Google DeepMind’s optimized AI model runs directly on robots

Microsoft planning ‘major’ Xbox layoffs next week

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Your Android phone just got a major upgrade for free - including these Pixel models

This premium Lenovo Chromebook made me forget about my MacBook and Windows PC

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8BitDo’s controllers will work with the Switch 2 after a firmware update

Robots are transforming warehouse automation and ending back-breaking truck loading

Tesla Robotaxi Terrifyingly Jerks Wheel Back and Forth While Carrying Passenger

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