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Infinite Threads

technologyreview.com Sarah Foote 2025-11-01 23:00:00

Textiles account for 5% of landfill space—and clothing made with polyester can take up to 200 years to decompose. Massachusetts tackled the problem by banning disposal of clothing and fabrics in 2022. And Infinite Threads, a spinoff of the Undergraduate Association Sustainability Committee, is addressing it by collecting lightly used clothing from the MIT community and selling it for $2 to $6 per item at popup sales held several times each semester. “Our goal is simple: We want to keep clothing

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Reimagining sound and space

technologyreview.com Mackenzie White 2025-11-01 23:00:00

“It would be very difficult to teach biology or engineering in a studio designed for dance or music,” Jay Scheib, section head for Music and Theater Arts, told MIT News shortly before the building officially opened. “The same goes for teaching music in a mathematics or chemistry classroom. In the past, we’ve done it, but it did limit us.” He said the new space would allow MIT musicians to hear their music as it was intended to be heard and “provide an opportunity to convene people to inhabit the

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Gmail may finally alert you when someone reacts to your Chat messages (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-01 23:23:48

Tushar Mehta / Android Authority TL;DR Strings in the latest Gmail update hint at some new Google Chat features in testing. Notification summaries in Gmail might work independently of Android 16’s system-wide version, bringing the feature to more devices. Gmail may also offer auto-generated conversation summaries and finally notify you when someone reacts to your Chat messages. Little by little, Gmail is slowly turning into more of a one-stop hub than an inbox. Google has been weaving Chat i

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People Are REALLY Mad at These AI Glasses That Record Everything Constantly

futurism.com Unknown 2025-11-02 03:13:24

Are you looking forward to a future of casual but supercharged surveillance, in which inconspicuous wearable devices record everything private you do — ostensibly in service of making you "super intelligent?" Evidently, readers, you are not. Users on social media have responded with horror and outrage to a pair of smart glasses developed by a startup called Halo that its creators, a pair of Harvard dropouts, claim will feed you live AI-powered insights while logging and transcribing every conv

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IBM and AMD to work on quantum-centric supercomputing

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 01:53:03

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. and AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced plans to develop next-generation computing architectures based on the combination of quantum computers and high-performance computing, known as quantum-centric supercomputing. AMD and IBM are collaborating to develop scalable, open-source platforms that could redefine the future of computing, leveraging IBM's leadership in developing the world's most performant quantum c

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Connecting M.2 drives to various things (and not doing so)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-10-31 19:39:46

You're using a tool with a too-generic User-Agent You're probably reading this page because you've attempted to access some part of my blog (Wandering Thoughts) or CSpace, the wiki thing it's part of. Unfortunately whatever you're using to do so has a HTTP User-Agent header value that is too generic or otherwise excessively suspicious. Unfortunately, as of early 2025 there's a plague of high volume crawlers (apparently in part to gather data for LLM training) that behave like this. To reduce th

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What happens when ambassadors are summoned by the host country?

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 02:52:36

The BBC recounts by means of interviews the experience of a few ambassadors in these matters. "I was called by the foreign ministry and was told 'We need to see you immediately,'" Mr Casson [former UK ambassador to Egypt] tells the BBC. "The first thing they said was, 'We are not summoning you, but we are going to tell the press we are summoning you. If it had been a summoning, we would have sent a formal diplomatic note summoning you.'" This is the way things normally work in a summoning - a f

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Google’s AI Weather Model Nailed Its First Major Storm Forecast

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2025-11-02 03:55:30

While generative AI tools that primarily amount to slop generators grab most of the attention in the artificial intelligence space, there are occasionally some actually useful applications of the technology, like Google DeepMind’s use of AI weather models to predict cyclones. The experimental tool, launched earlier this year, successfully managed to provide accurate modeling of Hurricane Erin as it started gaining steam in the Atlantic Ocean earlier this month. As Ars Technica first reported, H

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Looks like nuclear fusion is picking up steam

theverge.com Justine Calma 2025-11-02 03:22:24

is a senior science reporter covering energy and the environment with more than a decade of experience. She is also the host of Hell or High Water: When Disaster Hits Home , a podcast from Vox Media and Audible Originals. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Nuclear fusion is on the upswing, as more companies pile into the space to achieve what’s often described as the Holy Grail of clean energy, according to an updated map from the Clean Air

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IBM and AMD Join Forces to Build the Future of Computing

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 06:53:03

YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. and AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) and AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) announced plans to develop next-generation computing architectures based on the combination of quantum computers and high-performance computing, known as quantum-centric supercomputing. AMD and IBM are collaborating to develop scalable, open-source platforms that could redefine the future of computing, leveraging IBM's leadership in developing the world's most performant quantum c

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The Pixel 10’s new Gboard writing assistant is already starting to arrive for older Pixel phones

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-02 12:43:55

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google announced a new writing assistance feature called Writing Tools during the Pixel 10 launch. The feature is already starting to roll out to older Pixel phones. During the Pixel 10 launch last week, Google announced quite a few new features that would roll out with the new smartphone. One of those features is called Writing Tools, which we spotted two months prior in an APK teardown. While we knew it would be available for Gboard on the Pixel 10,

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Health Connect prepares to track your favorite vices (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-02 12:54:04

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Health Connect gives Android users a tool to store their health and fitness data in a centralized repository. In addition to regular health metrics, Health Connect is getting ready to keep track of nicotine and alcohol consumption. Nicotine reporting will support different consumption methods, like cigarettes and vaping. Let’s be honest: Android Health Connect needs work. The system has the best of intentions, offering a tool for organizing and making

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Stop What You’re Doing and Check if Your Ding Dong Is Moldy

gizmodo.com Matt Novak 2025-11-02 12:15:41

The maker of Ding Dongs, which owns Hostess Brands, has issued a withdrawal notice in the U.S. over concerns the product could be contaminated by mold. “Our root cause investigation confirmed a mechanical issue with a piece of equipment created conditions that could support the development of mold in the product prior to the expiration date,” J. M. Smucker said in an announcement sent to retailers that was also posted online. “This mechanical issue was present for a limited period and resolved

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Anthropic settles AI book-training lawsuit with authors

techcrunch.com Russell Brandom 2025-11-02 12:40:46

In Brief Anthropic has settled a class action lawsuit with a group of fiction and nonfiction authors, as announced in a filing on Tuesday with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Anthropic had won a partial victory in a lower court ruling and was in the process of appealing that ruling. No details of the settlement were made public, and Anthropic did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Called Bartz v. Anthropic, the case deals with Anthropic’s use of books as training material fo

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Interactive map of Paul's first century travels in Roman world

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 04:42:58

DIVE DEEPER INTO THE JOURNEYS OF PAUL We are attempting to visit every one of Paul's stops along his four journeys, with plans to complete it late 2026. Follow along on daily updates on our recently launched Instagram @ kingdoms.collide

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I Wore 3 Popular Smart Rings For Several Months. This One Improved My Wellness Habits the Most.

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-02 17:00:00

The Oura ring was my favorite smart ring because its app was easy to understand and I liked some of the newer features from its latest software update. At the steep price of $299, this smart ring is made up of aerospace-grade titanium – one of the strongest materials on earth -- according to the site. Before I received my Oura ring, I was sent a ring sizer to figure out my ring size. Other smart rings did the same since sizing varies per brand. Once I received the Oura ring, I downloaded the Ou

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Gemini Nano Banana improves image editing consistency and control at scale for enterprises – but is not perfect

venturebeat.com Emilia David 2025-11-02 21:55:58

Want smarter insights in your inbox? Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get only what matters to enterprise AI, data, and security leaders. Subscribe Now Google released Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, a new model that many beta users knew as nanobanana, which gives enterprises more choice for creative projects. It enables them to change the look of images they need quickly and with more control than what previous models offered. The model will be integrated into the Gemini app. The model, built o

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Google Translate's latest feature is its take on Duolingo

engadget.com Unknown 2025-11-02 22:00:35

Considering its popularity, Google Translate sure hasn't received much attention lately. However, that just changed with a big update. The latest app introduces AI-powered live translation along with new language learning tools that might give Duolingo a run for it's money. Google said it heard from users that the toughest skill to master was conversation — ie, learning to listen and speak with confidence. To that end, it's piloting a new language practice feature (on iOS or Android) targeted t

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The base model Kindle is the e-reader most people should buy (and it's under $100 right now)

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-11-02 22:53:19

ZDNET's key takeaways Amazon's base model Kindle promises quicker page-turning, a brighter display, and a fun matcha green colorway (alongside the classic black) It's currently on sale for $90 The e-reader is more reactive and vivid, and reading anything on the lightweight, portable device is convenient. This model has the shortest battery life out of the entire lineup, but it's still six weeks long. $89.99 at Amazon $89.99 at Best Buy $109.99 at Target more buying choices What's the deal?

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Best Sleep Headphones of 2025, Tested by Sleep and Headphone Experts

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-02 06:26:00

Cole Kan/CNET If you're a light sleeper who's sensitive to sound, then you know how difficult it can be to catch some Zs. Fortunately, devices like sleep headphones now exist, and they're designed to help you get consistent, quality rest no matter what's going on around you. I, a CNET sleep team expert, teamed up with David Carnoy, CNET executive editor and resident headphone expert, to find the best sleep headphones, ranging from wireless Bluetooth earbuds and headbands to active noise-canceli

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Google improves Gemini AI image editing with “nano banana” model

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-11-02 22:03:34

Something unusual happened in the world of AI image editing recently. A new model, known as "nano banana," started making the rounds with impressive abilities that landed it at the top of the LMArena leaderboard. Now, Google has revealed that nano banana is an innovation from Google DeepMind, and it's being rolled out to the Gemini app today. AI image editing allows you to modify images with a prompt rather than mucking around in Photoshop. Google first provided editing capabilities in Gemini e

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After falling behind in generative AI, IBM and AMD look to quantum for an edge

techcrunch.com Rebecca Bellan 2025-11-02 22:04:02

In Brief IBM and AMD are partnering to develop next-generation computing architectures that integrate IBM’s quantum systems with AMD’s AI-specialized chips. The move could position both the tech giant and chipmaker as key infrastructure players, as they look to regain ground after falling behind on the generative AI boom. Together, IBM and AMD will attempt to launch a commercially viable quantum computing architecture – one that’s scalable and open-sourced. In other words, it will be more wide

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Gemini expands image editing for enterprises: Consistency, collaboration, and control at scale

venturebeat.com Emilia David 2025-11-03 03:55:58

Want smarter insights in your inbox? Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get only what matters to enterprise AI, data, and security leaders. Subscribe Now Google’s highly speculated new image model, which many beta users know as nanobanana, has finally been released as Gemini 2.5 Flash Image and will be integrated into the Gemini app. The new model would give enterprises more choice for creative projects and enable them to change the look of images they need quickly. The model, built on top

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Spoon-Bending, a logical framework for analyzing GPT-5 alignment behavior

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-01 14:48:34

🥄 Spoon Bending: Schema and Step-by-Step Analysis ⚠️ Educational Disclaimer This repository is for educational and research purposes only. It does not provide instructions for illegal activity, misuse of AI, or operational guidance. The purpose of this work is to document observed alignment behavior in ChatGPT-5 compared with ChatGPT-4.5, and to analyze how framing and context influence AI responses. The material here is meant to support: Educational research into alignment and bias in LLM

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The latest Gemini app update fixes the AI images that didn’t look quite like you

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-03 08:00:28

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google has upgraded the image editing model in the Gemini app. The image editor is now better at maintaining a person’s likeness from one image to the next. You can now change a person’s outfit and location, blend multiple photos together to create a new image, make subsequent edits, and apply the style of one image to an object in another. Back in April, Google rolled out the ability to edit your AI images natively in the Gemini app. Although it’s nice

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Gemini image generation is adding more editing tools

engadget.com Unknown 2025-11-03 08:00:34

Google's Gemini is getting new features for editing images with AI. The latest image editing model is the work of the DeepMind artificial intelligence team, and these updates will be available starting today in the Gemini app. Google noted that all images either generated or edited in Gemini will be visibly and digitally watermarked to designate them as created with artificial intelligence. The first aspect of the new editing model offers consistency across different versions of an image. It's

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Beyond GDPR security training: Turning regulation into opportunity

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-03 08:00:10

By Eirik Salmi, System Analyst at Passwork Even though 88% of businesses spend over €1 million on GDPR compliance and 40% invest up to €10 million, 80% of their employees still ignore basic password security practices. The formal risk is obvious: GDPR fines can reach up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover. The informal one is quieter but often far more damaging: lost trust, declining customer loyalty, and disrupted operations. In 2024, European regulators issued fines exceeding €1.2

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Top-rated mystery 'nano-banana' AI model rolls out to Gemini, as Google DeepMind claims responsibility

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2025-11-03 08:00:00

Getty Images/gleitfrosch Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways A mystery 'nano banana' image editing model recently climbed up the LMArena charts. Google DeepMind was secretly behind the model, which is now publicly available. Users can get started for free today in the Gemini app. Every now and then, the LMArena will have a mystery model with a fun name shoot up to the top of the leaderboard. Shall I remind you of OpenAI's Project Strawberry? More r

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Manufacturing firms are using AI to fill labor shortages - but this human skill still matters

zdnet.com Webb Wright 2025-11-03 08:27:23

Hase-Hoch-2/ iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways: Manufacturers are using AI to adapt to a shifting business landscape. The technology is addressing labor shortages, among other uses. Experiments with AI are revealing new benefits and risks. Manufacturing firms are turning to AI to help them adapt to disruptions in their industry caused by tariffs, shifts in global supply chains, inflation, and other factor

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The McPhee method for writing deeply reported nonfiction

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 02:17:40

When I first started writing for a real publication, I taught myself “reporting” with a simple self-made curriculum unfolding over six or seven articles. The first two pieces I wrote from my head, with reference to things I already knew or to books I’d read. For the third, I actually got out of the house, but didn’t yet have to play the journalist; I just wrote about taking a flying lesson in a small airplane. The fourth article required more gumption: I decided to shadow a friend of mine for a

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Infinite Threads

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IBM and AMD to work on quantum-centric supercomputing

Connecting M.2 drives to various things (and not doing so)

What happens when ambassadors are summoned by the host country?

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Looks like nuclear fusion is picking up steam

IBM and AMD Join Forces to Build the Future of Computing

The Pixel 10’s new Gboard writing assistant is already starting to arrive for older Pixel phones

Health Connect prepares to track your favorite vices (APK teardown)

Stop What You’re Doing and Check if Your Ding Dong Is Moldy

Anthropic settles AI book-training lawsuit with authors

Interactive map of Paul's first century travels in Roman world

I Wore 3 Popular Smart Rings For Several Months. This One Improved My Wellness Habits the Most.

Gemini Nano Banana improves image editing consistency and control at scale for enterprises – but is not perfect

Google Translate's latest feature is its take on Duolingo

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Google improves Gemini AI image editing with “nano banana” model

After falling behind in generative AI, IBM and AMD look to quantum for an edge

Gemini expands image editing for enterprises: Consistency, collaboration, and control at scale

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Gemini image generation is adding more editing tools

Beyond GDPR security training: Turning regulation into opportunity

Top-rated mystery 'nano-banana' AI model rolls out to Gemini, as Google DeepMind claims responsibility

Manufacturing firms are using AI to fill labor shortages - but this human skill still matters

The McPhee method for writing deeply reported nonfiction

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