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Calculating the Fibonacci numbers on GPU

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-21 02:10:19

Calculating the fibonacci numbers on GPU 21 Jun, 2025 In this blogpost we will show how to perform very fast calculation of the Fibonacci sequence using GPU programming. In this blogpost we will employ Thrust an NVIDIA library which uses concepts from modern C++ to make GPU programming easy. Introduction Scan is one of the fundamental examples for parallelizable algorithms. If you are interested in the foundations of the algorithm I refer you to a previous blogpost where I implemented scan i

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Travis Kalanick is trying to buy Pony AI — and Uber might help

techcrunch.com Sean O'Kane 2025-08-25 10:10:31

Uber founder Travis Kalanick is looking for ways to buy the U.S. arm of Chinese autonomous vehicle company Pony AI, according to The New York Times. Kalanick is reportedly working with investors to finance an acquisition, and Uber may even help make the transaction happen, the Times reports. Pony AI went public last year and had a market cap of around $4.5 billion before The New York Times report was published. The report states that Pony started preparing its U.S. arm for a sale or spinoff in

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Waymo Expands Its Self-Driving Service to Atlanta. Here's Everywhere to Hail a Ride

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-25 22:16:42

Self-driving cars are slowly becoming less sci-fi and more real-world as companies like Waymo, the driverless arm of Google's parent Alphabet, expand into more cities. Its newest service area: Atlanta, through a partnership with Uber. Now riders there can travel across 65 square miles of the city, and there are plans for future expansions. Last week, the robotaxi service stretched into more parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. Bay Area riders can hail a fully autonomous Waymo ri

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Volkswagen's ID Buzz AD self-driving van is ready for mass production

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2025-08-26 02:32:00

In a nutshell: After years of testing, Volkswagen is now ready to bring its new all-electric vehicle to the US and European markets. The ID. Buzz AD isn't just a minivan for carrying passengers, it's part of a broader platform the German automaker hopes to sell to companies looking to launch their own autonomous transportation services. The self-driving, all-electric version of the ID. Buzz minivan is reportedly ready for mass production, according to the company's software subsidiary, Moia. Th

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My laptop webcam wasn't cutting it for video calls - then I discovered this accessory

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-27 00:00:15

ZDNET's key takeaways The Emeet Pixy webcam is available now on Amazon for $160. It offers splendid 4K video with auto-tracking and and excellent sound. You'll want to install the Emeet Studio app to get the most out of the camera. $159.99 at Amazon I don't often do video conferencing (whew), but when I do have to attend a meeting, the last thing I want is to have to deal with crappy video quality. I don't just mean video quality, either -- poor audio quality can be just as bad. Also: The be

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Apple’s more immersive CarPlay is dividing the auto industry

theverge.com Andrew J. Hawkins 2025-08-27 18:11:05

is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Apple’s next-generation CarPlay is splitting the auto world down the middle. Several automakers are eagerly lining up to adopt the newly immersive CarPlay Ultra, which takes over more screens and includes embedded vehicle features like speedometers, heating and cooling, and radio functions. Others are flatly refusing to all

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FurtherAI (YC W24) Is Hiring for Software and AI Roles

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-28 06:00:41

Why you should join FurtherAI At FurtherAI, we are building a workforce of AI Teammates to automate insurance workflows. These AI Teammates can practically automate any insurance workflow involving processing unstructured documents, data entry into internal systems or web portals, or even making phone calls. Our core mission is to answer a critical question: Can AI be made as reliable, adaptive, and continuously learning as a new human employee? We have raised a $5MM seed round from top-tier

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Intel hits the brakes on its automotive business, and layoffs have started

techcrunch.com Kirsten Korosec 2025-08-28 10:26:33

Intel is shuttering its automotive architecture business and laying off most of its staff as part of a broader restructuring at the chipmaker. The news was first reported by The Oregonian/Oregon Live, which cited an internal memo that was shared with employees Tuesday morning. Intel confirmed to TechCrunch that plans to wind down the auto business were communicated internally on Tuesday. “As we have said previously, we are refocusing on our core client and data center portfolio to strengthen o

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This handy accessory solved my biggest problem with video calls on the MacBook

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-08-29 08:15:11

ZDNET's key takeaways The Emeet Pixy webcam is avaialble now on Amazon for $160. It offers splendid 4K video with auto-tracking and and excellent sound. You'll want to install the Emeet Studio app to get the most out of the camera. View now at Amazon I don't often do video conferencing (whew), but when I do have to attend a meeting, the last thing I want is to have to deal with crappy video quality. I don't just mean video quality, either -- poor audio quality can be just as bad. Also: The b

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Finally, an Android Auto adapter that's functional, easy to pair with, and priced well

zdnet.com Kerry Wan 2025-08-29 08:45:11

ZDNET's key takeaways The AAWireless Two costs $65 and gives you wireless Android Auto support when plugged in. A new built-in button lets you quickly swap between paired devices. The companion app is almost too robust, but that's a good problem to have. $64.99 at Amazon Since I bought my first car three years ago, I've had the worst luck with wireless Android Auto adapters. I initially sprung for the Motorola MA1 because of its popularity and, admittedly, Amazon's algorithmic recommendation,

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The German automotive industry wants to develop open-source software together

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-08-30 02:07:51

Collaboration for more speed, efficiency, and security in software development and the basis for an open and collaborative ecosystem With the support of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), 11 companies in the automotive industry have agreed on pre-competitive cooperation in open source software development. A corresponding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today at the 29th International Automotive Electronics Congress (AEK). With the increasing importance and

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Ambarella shares soar 19% on report chip designer is exploring sale

cnbc.com Samantha Subin 2025-08-30 14:46:36

Ambarella shares popped 19% after a report that the chip designer is currently working with bankers on a potential sale. Bloomberg reported the news, citing sources familiar with the matter. While no deal is imminent, the sources told Bloomberg that the firm may draw interest from semiconductor companies looking to improve their automotive business. Private equity firms have already expressed interest, according to the report.

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Ambarella shares soar 17% on report chip designer is exploring sale

cnbc.com Samantha Subin 2025-08-30 18:47:55

Ambarella shares popped 17% after a report that the chip designer is currently working with bankers on a potential sale. Bloomberg reported the news, citing sources familiar with the matter. While no deal is imminent, the sources told Bloomberg that the firm may draw interest from semiconductor companies looking to improve their automotive business. Private equity firms have already expressed interest, according to the report.

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Uber Launches Waymo Driverless Rides in Atlanta. Here's How to Hail a Robotaxi

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-31 09:00:06

Table of Contents Uber Launches Waymo Driverless Rides in Atlanta. Here's How to Hail a Robotaxi Starting Tuesday, Uber riders in Atlanta can hail a Waymo robotaxi to get around town. Now, when you book a ride via UberX, Uber Comfort or Uber Comfort Electric, you could be paired with a fully electric, autonomous Jaguar I-Pace vehicle operated by Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving company, at no additional cost. You'll have the option to accept or decline the driverless ride each time. Passengers c

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Tesla’s $100 Billion Robotaxi Rally

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-09-02 02:29:44

Tesla is celebrating a massive win on Wall Street. Following the weekend launch of its long-awaited robotaxi service, the company’s shares jumped more than 10% in Monday trading session, adding a staggering $104 billion to its market capitalization and pushing the total value of the Elon Musk-led company to $1.14 trillion. The surge was a direct response to the limited debut in Austin, Texas, where a small fleet of about a dozen Model Y SUVs began operating in a geofenced area. For investors, t

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Android Auto inches closer to the light with new theme options (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-02 17:00:12

Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Android Auto’s light theme could be coming soon, with new theming options added in the latest beta version. Users will soon be able to choose between Automatic, Light, and Dark themes for Android Auto. The new options will replace the current settings that only allow users to toggle the Google Maps theme between dark and light modes within Android Auto. Android Auto is getting closer to introducing a system-wide light theme — a feature users have been

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Tesla and Google’s Robotaxis Still Really Aren’t That Autonomous

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2025-09-04 06:22:13

Tesla’s impending robotaxi service comes with a whole list of caveats you’ll need to agree to before you huddle into the backseat of its autonomous vehicles. Or, perhaps they’re not really that autonomous. The first Tesla Model Y Cybercab services will be limited to select participants (including Tesla influencers), but even then drivers can expect to have a “safety monitor” in the driver’s seat. This may be a remote individual making sure the cars don’t cause any vehicular snafus, but it also s

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How Texas’ hands-off approach to autonomous vehicles gave Tesla an opening

theverge.com Mack Degeurin 2025-09-04 18:00:00

Last week, a Tesla Model Y with the word “ROBOTAXI” scratched into its side and no one in the driver seat made a turn off Austin’s bustling South Congress Avenue. Another Tesla, described by autonomous vehicle experts as a “chase vehicle,” followed closely behind. Tesla CEO Elon Musk commented on the clip, seemingly confirming that the lead car was one of roughly 10 vehicles comprising the company’s robotaxi fleet, expected to make their official debut sometime next week. If that does occur, it

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How to use the viral AutoMix feature on iOS 26 (and which iPhone models support it)

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2025-09-05 04:00:17

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Apple Music users have often watched Spotify take the lead when it comes to innovative features and personalized listening experiences. But with the introduction of the new AutoMix feature, Apple Music may finally be closing the gap -- and even setting a new standard of its own. Also: How to install iOS 26 beta on your iPhone (and which models support it) What is AutoMix in Apple Music? At Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) last week, the company unveiled upgra

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AutoMix on iOS 26 is going viral. Here's how to try the hottest iPhone feature yourself

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2025-09-08 02:52:00

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET Apple Music users have often watched Spotify take the lead when it comes to innovative features and personalized listening experiences. But with the introduction of the new AutoMix feature, Apple Music may finally be closing the gap -- and even setting a new standard of its own. Also: How to install iOS 26 beta on your iPhone (and which models support it) What is AutoMix in Apple Music? At Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) last week, the company unveiled upgra

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Waymo's Self-Driving Service Expands in California, With Eyes on New York. What to Know

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-08 04:53:00

Self-driving cars are slowly becoming less sci-fi and more real-world as companies like Waymo, the driverless arm of Google's parent Alphabet, expand into more cities. This week, the robotaxi service stretched into more parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles. And starting next month, Waymo will start testing its autonomous tech in New York City. Now, Bay Area riders can hail a fully autonomous Waymo ride in Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae and Burlingame via the W

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Futureproof

theverge.com Jacob Kastrenakes 2025-09-08 18:15:59

AI tools are flooding the culture ecosystem — and no corner of the arts space is immune. In this series, we’re looking at the ways artists are embracing AI, pushing back on it, or trying their best to find an equilibrium with a new technology that’s both sweeping and destabilizing. We talk to perfumers questioning the looming automation of scent creation, fanfic writers pushing back on archive scrapers, and illustrators replacing the AI that once replaced them. The tech isn’t going away. Here’s

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Waymo has set its robotaxi sights on NYC

techcrunch.com Kirsten Korosec 2025-09-08 18:59:04

Waymo said Wednesday it has applied for a permit to test its autonomous vehicles in New York City, the Alphabet company’s first step in a sticky regulatory process to bring its robotaxis to U.S.’s largest city. Waymo applied for a permit with the New York City Department of Transportation to operate its self-driving Jaguar I-Pace vehicles with a human safety operator behind the wheel in Manhattan. New York’s autonomous vehicle demonstration or testing permit requires a human driver to be able t

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Waymo Expands Its Self-Driving Service Throughout California. Here's Everything to Know

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-10 13:06:00

Self-driving cars are slowly becoming less sci-fi and more real-world as companies like Waymo, the driverless arm of Google's parent Alphabet, expand into more cities. On Tuesday, the robotaxi service stretched into more parts of the San Francisco Bay Area, and it'll also be extending its reach in Los Angeles this week. Now, Bay Area riders can hail a fully autonomous Waymo ride in Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae and Burlingame via the Waymo One app, and select riders can acc

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Applied Intuition raises $600M as it pushes further into defense

techcrunch.com Sean O'Kane 2025-09-10 12:58:48

Buzzy autonomous vehicle software company Applied Intuition has closed a $600 million Series F and tender offer, pushing its valuation up to $15 billion. The round was co-led by BlackRock-managed funds and Kleiner Perkins, and included new investments from the Qatar Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Investment Council, Greycroft, and more. Existing investors General Catalyst, Lux, Elad Gil, and Mary Meeker’s growth fund Bond also participated. Applied Intuition’s raise comes just one year after

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Applied Intuition raises $600 million as it pushes further into defense

techcrunch.com Sean O'Kane 2025-09-10 22:58:48

Buzzy autonomous vehicle software company Applied Intuition has closed a $600 million Series F funding round, pushing its valuation up to $15 billion. The round was co-led by BlackRock-managed funds and Kleiner Perkins, and included new investments from the Qatar Investment Authority, Abu Dhabi Investment Council, Greycroft, and more. Existing investors General Catalyst, Lux, Elad Gil, and Mary Meeker’s growth fund Bond also participated. Applied Intuition’s raise comes just one year after it

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"Microsoft Locked My Account – I Lost 30 Years of Photos and Work"

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-09-11 11:56:26

I’m beyond frustrated. Microsoft randomly locked my account after I moved 30 years' worth of irreplaceable photos and work to OneDrive. I was consolidating data from multiple old drives before a major move—drives I had to discard due to space and relocation constraints. The plan was simple: upload to OneDrive, then transfer to a new drive later. Instead, Microsoft suspended my account without warning, reason, or any legitimate recourse. I've submitted the compliance form 18 times—eighteen—and e

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Android Automotive now lets apps show your food order status and more on your car’s home screen

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-11 18:15:46

Polestar TL;DR Android Automotive OS is getting a new feature called AppCard, which allows apps to display their most relevant data and functions on the home screen. AppCards can display information like the status of a food order, but the visual styling of these cards is controlled by carmakers, not app developers. It’s unclear whether the feature will require the latest version of Android Automotive, though. When you’re driving, your focus should be on the road, but sometimes you need to g

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Android Automotive update will make it easier to talk to Gemini in your car

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-13 06:04:43

TL;DR The Android Automotive 16 update introduces several subtle UI changes to the home screen, launcher, and notification panel. Key adjustments include a redesigned volume panel, a taller media card, a new voice assistant button, and a more legible app grid. The update also adds a toggle for Ultra-Wideband (UWB), a key component of Android’s digital car key feature. Just like with Android on phones and tablets, Google pushes out yearly updates to its OS for cars, Android Automotive OS (AAOS

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iOS 26 adds incredible new AutoMix feature to Apple Music

9to5mac.com Chance Miller 2025-09-13 06:52:05

iOS 26 is full of new features for the Music app, including more expansive animated album art, in-app support for Apple Music Replay, and new pinning options. Perhaps the most impressive new Apple Music feature of all, however, is a new AutoMix. Here’s how it works. Apple explains that AutoMix in Apple Music uses artificial intelligence to analyze the audio features of your music to seamlessly create transitions between songs. The result, Apple says, is a DJ-like listening experience for all A

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Waymo Expands Its Self-Driving Service to Atlanta. Here's Everywhere to Hail a Ride

Volkswagen's ID Buzz AD self-driving van is ready for mass production

My laptop webcam wasn't cutting it for video calls - then I discovered this accessory

Apple’s more immersive CarPlay is dividing the auto industry

FurtherAI (YC W24) Is Hiring for Software and AI Roles

Intel hits the brakes on its automotive business, and layoffs have started

This handy accessory solved my biggest problem with video calls on the MacBook

Finally, an Android Auto adapter that's functional, easy to pair with, and priced well

The German automotive industry wants to develop open-source software together

Ambarella shares soar 19% on report chip designer is exploring sale

Ambarella shares soar 17% on report chip designer is exploring sale

Uber Launches Waymo Driverless Rides in Atlanta. Here's How to Hail a Robotaxi

Tesla’s $100 Billion Robotaxi Rally

Android Auto inches closer to the light with new theme options (APK teardown)

Tesla and Google’s Robotaxis Still Really Aren’t That Autonomous

How Texas’ hands-off approach to autonomous vehicles gave Tesla an opening

How to use the viral AutoMix feature on iOS 26 (and which iPhone models support it)

AutoMix on iOS 26 is going viral. Here's how to try the hottest iPhone feature yourself

Waymo's Self-Driving Service Expands in California, With Eyes on New York. What to Know

Futureproof

Waymo has set its robotaxi sights on NYC

Waymo Expands Its Self-Driving Service Throughout California. Here's Everything to Know

Applied Intuition raises $600M as it pushes further into defense

Applied Intuition raises $600 million as it pushes further into defense

"Microsoft Locked My Account – I Lost 30 Years of Photos and Work"

Android Automotive now lets apps show your food order status and more on your car’s home screen

Android Automotive update will make it easier to talk to Gemini in your car

iOS 26 adds incredible new AutoMix feature to Apple Music

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