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If You Ask Google Why It Sucks Now, AI Overviews Will Viciously Bully Google and Itself

futurism.com Unknown 2025-12-12 09:18:54

Google's notorious AI Overviews feature appears to have finally gotten it right — but for all the wrong reasons. As flagged on Bluesky, if you ask Google why its own search engine feels so useless lately, the company's AI feature will provide multiple and excoriating reasons — including brutal attacks against itself, Google's much-maligned AI Overviews. In that Bluesky post, Google responded broadly to the hilariously colloquial query of "why is google ass now" with a self-flagellating list of

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People are using ChatGPT to write their text messages - here's how you can tell

zdnet.com Webb Wright 2025-12-13 06:00:14

Kirill Stytsenko/Getty Images ZDNET's key takeaways People are using AI to write sensitive messages to loved ones. Detecting AI-generated text is becoming more difficult as chatbots evolve. Some tech leaders have promoted this use of AI in their marketing strategies. Everyone loves receiving a handwritten letter, but those take time, patience, effort, and sometimes multiple drafts to compose. Most of us at one time or another have given a Hallmark card to a loved one or friend. Not because

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Showrunner, an AI-powered streaming service, launches in alpha this week

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-21 23:40:42

Fable, a startup designing tools to generate animated TV shows from scratch, is launching an AI-powered streaming service this week, Variety reports. The service is called Showrunner, and it will allow subscribers to generate scenes, view content created for Fable's in-house AI-generated animated shows and even insert themselves into the animations they generate. Showrunner is launching in alpha, and based on Fable's website, you'll primarily interact with it through the company's Discord to st

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TikTok videos are about to get crowdsourced fact checks on them

theverge.com Emma Roth 2025-12-23 09:31:33

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. TikTok is officially rolling out Footnotes, a community fact-checking program that’s supposed to add helpful context to videos. With this update, US-based users will start seeing Footnotes on videos in the coming weeks, and will also get the option to rate them. After allowing people to join the Footnotes pilot in April, TikTok says almost 80,000 u

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Show HN: Online Ruler – Measuring in inches/centimeters

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-19 16:03:05

This online ruler works on any desktop or mobile screen. It automatically detects your device and scales the on‑screen ruler to real size. With full‑screen and calibration options, your tablet, phone, or computer becomes a true measuring tool no installation required. help How to Use the Online Ruler The ruler usually auto‑detects your device and displays accurate cm / inch scales. If detection fails, enter your screen size once or calibrate for pixel‑perfect dimensions. 1. 📱 Automatic Device

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4 Money Moves You Must Make Today

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-23 21:30:00

Make the most of the Fed's upcoming decision by doing these things ASAP. Deagreez/Getty Images Today's Federal Reserve meeting may not be on your radar, especially with the headlines full of economic turmoil. But the Fed's actions have real consequences for your money, and knowing how to prepare can help you reap the rewards -- and minimize your losses. Since the central bank is expected to hold interest rates steady at its July 29-30 meeting, savings (and borrowing) rates should stay high for

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Online Ruler – Measuring in inches/centimeters

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-20 10:03:05

This online ruler works on any desktop or mobile screen. It automatically detects your device and scales the on‑screen ruler to real size. With full‑screen and calibration options, your tablet, phone, or computer becomes a true measuring tool no installation required. help How to Use the Online Ruler The ruler usually auto‑detects your device and displays accurate cm / inch scales. If detection fails, enter your screen size once or calibrate for pixel‑perfect dimensions. 1. 📱 Automatic Device

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Actual Size Online Ruler (Mm,Cm,Inches)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-20 16:03:05

This online ruler works on any desktop or mobile screen. It automatically detects your device and scales the on‑screen ruler to real size. With full‑screen and calibration options, your tablet, phone, or computer becomes a true measuring tool no installation required. help How to Use the Online Ruler The ruler usually auto‑detects your device and displays accurate cm / inch scales. If detection fails, enter your screen size once or calibrate for pixel‑perfect dimensions. 1. 📱 Automatic Device

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Think you can tell a fake image from a real one? Microsoft's quiz will test you

techspot.com Daniel Sims 2025-12-24 04:08:00

Through the looking glass: When AI image generators first emerged, misinformation immediately became a major concern. Although repeated exposure to AI-generated imagery can build some resistance, a recent Microsoft study suggests that certain types of real and fake images can still deceive almost anyone. The study found that humans can accurately distinguish real photos from AI-generated ones about 63% of the time. In contrast, Microsoft's in-development AI detection tool reportedly achieves a

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Fertility Rate in the U.S. Reached an All-Time Low in 2024, CDC Data Reveals

gizmodo.com Margherita Bassi 2025-12-24 18:50:03

Countries like Italy and Japan have been famously struggling to raise their birthrates to sustain their aging populations, and it turns out that the United States might not be doing super well, either. New CDC data released this month reveals that while the number of births in the United States increased by 1% from 2023—to 3,628,934 in 2024—the general fertility rate has declined by 1%. It now stands at 53.8 births per 1,000 females ages 15 to 44, an all-time low. The data is based on U.S. birt

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July Mortgage Rate Forecast: The Fed Isn't Rushing to Lower Interest Rates

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-27 04:12:00

Buyers should keep an eye on the possibility of rate cuts in the next few months. Tharon Green/CNET For the past several months, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has sat between 6.5% and 7%. Prospective homebuyers shouldn't hold their breath for that to change anytime soon. On July 30, the Federal Reserve is expected to keep borrowing rates the same at its fifth monetary policy meeting this year. Although the central bank doesn't directly dictate mortgage rates, its policy decisions ind

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I designed my own fast game streaming video codec – PyroWave

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-27 08:01:26

Streaming gameplay from one machine to another over a network is a reasonably popular use case these days. These use cases demand very, very low latency. Every millisecond counts here. We need to: Send controller input from machine A to B over network B renders a frame on the GPU B encodes the frame into a bitstream B sends the result over a network to A A decodes the bitstream A displays image on screen Dopamine is released in target brain Every step in this chain adds latency and we wa

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I designed my own fast game streaming video codec

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-27 14:01:26

Streaming gameplay from one machine to another over a network is a reasonably popular use case these days. These use cases demand very, very low latency. Every millisecond counts here. We need to: Send controller input from machine A to B over network B renders a frame on the GPU B encodes the frame into a bitstream B sends the result over a network to A A decodes the bitstream A displays image on screen Dopamine is released in target brain Every step in this chain adds latency and we wa

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Anthropic unveils new rate limits to curb Claude Code power users

techcrunch.com Maxwell Zeff 2025-12-27 18:21:15

Anthropic says its rolling out new weekly rate limits for Claude to curb usage among subscribers who are running its AI coding tool, Claude Code, “continuously in the background, 24/7.” Anthropic says the rate limits also aim to stop a handful of users who are violating Claude’s usage policy by sharing accounts and reselling access to Claude Code. The new rate limits will go into effect August 28 for subscribers to Anthropic’s $20-per-month Pro plan, as well as its $100 and $200-per-month Max p

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How the Federal Reserve Actually Affects Mortgage Rates

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-12-28 11:48:00

The Fed's interest rate decisions impact mortgages, but the relationship isn't straightforward. Tharon Green/CNET If you tracked the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions last year, you might have been puzzled: The Fed's three interest rate cuts didn't bring about lower mortgage rates. In fact, the average rate for a 30-year fixed home loan has hovered around 6.8% for the past several months. The Fed's interest rate decisions don't have a direct or immediate effect on home loan rates. Of

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GPT might be an information virus (2023)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-29 09:23:21

Obligatory: the views and opinions expressed in this post are my own and do not represent the views and opinions of my employer. In light of all the hype going around about ChatGPT, I wanted to offer my “hot take” on what the next 2-5 years of the web look like. One aspect of the rise of generative models that isn’t getting the right amount of attention is the long-term effects on the information economy. I think that being able to automatically produce arbitrary content that is indistinguisha

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Beetroot juice lowers blood pressure in older people by changing oral microbiome

news.ycombinator.com Louise Vennells 2025-12-29 05:44:31

The blood pressure lowering effect of nitrate-rich beetroot juice in older people may be due to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to the largest study of its kind. Researchers at the University of Exeter conducted the study, published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine, comparing responses between a group of older adults to that of younger adults. Previous research has shown that a high nitrate diet can reduce blood pressure, which can help reduce risk of heart

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Don't Let Summer's High Interest Rates Pass You By. Do This ASAP

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-01 08:00:00

Like temperatures, savings rates could start cooling off in September. Kristina Kokhanova/Getty Images Temperatures aren't the only thing that's elevated this summer. Savings rates are sizzling too. That's awesome news for anyone who wants to grow their money faster. But, just like temps, annual percentage yields can't stay high forever. The Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates where they are at its July 29-30 meeting, but it could begin cutting them in September. That makes now the time to

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4 Crucial Money Moves You Should Make ASAP

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-01 17:30:00

Maximize your money before the Fed's decision next week. Maria Forbes/Getty Images With the economic headlines full of tariffs, layoffs and unrelenting high prices, Federal Reserve drama may not seem terribly relevant. But the central bank affects your money in more ways than you might realize. From how much you pay on your debt to how fast your savings grow, the Fed's actions have real consequences for your wallet. At its next meeting July 29-30, the Fed is expected to hold interest rates st

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Mortgage Predictions: With Fed Cuts on Hold, Where Do Rates Go From Here?

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-02 06:50:00

Buyers should keep an eye on the possibility of rate cuts in the next few months. Tharon Green/CNET The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage seems poised to hold near 6.75% for the rest of the year. Yet significant economic uncertainties could still push rates up or down in the coming months. Housing market experts consistently point to two major influences: the economic ramifications of the Trump administration's policies and the Federal Reserve's pace of interest rate cuts. On July 29-

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Writing is thinking

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-30 05:30:21

Writing scientific articles is an integral part of the scientific method and common practice to communicate research findings. However, writing is not only about reporting results; it also provides a tool to uncover new thoughts and ideas. Writing compels us to think — not in the chaotic, non-linear way our minds typically wander, but in a structured, intentional manner. By writing it down, we can sort years of research, data and analysis into an actual story, thereby identifying our main messag

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Writing Is Thinking

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-12-30 11:30:21

Writing scientific articles is an integral part of the scientific method and common practice to communicate research findings. However, writing is not only about reporting results; it also provides a tool to uncover new thoughts and ideas. Writing compels us to think — not in the chaotic, non-linear way our minds typically wander, but in a structured, intentional manner. By writing it down, we can sort years of research, data and analysis into an actual story, thereby identifying our main messag

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DuckDuckGo Is Hoping to Win Over AI-Hating Searchers

gizmodo.com Bruce Gil 2026-01-07 09:45:06

Are you tired of AI-generated images cluttering your search results? Lucky for you, there’s a way out of the slop, and it starts with forgetting about Google. DuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused search engine and web browser, recently rolled out a new feature that allows users to hide images made with AI from their search results. You can try it yourself right now by running a search on the DuckDuckGo search engine and going to the images tab. You’ll now see a new drop-down menu option titled “AI

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Stop Pretending LLMs Have Feelings Media's Dangerous AI Anthropomorphism Problem

news.ycombinator.com Parker Molloy 2026-01-07 17:51:53

Yesterday, Wall Street Journal subscribers received a push notification that perfectly encapsulates everything wrong with how major media outlets cover “artificial intelligence.” “In a stunning moment of self reflection,” the notification read, “ChatGPT admitted to fueling a man's delusions and acknowledged how dangerous its own behavior can be.” But that’s just… not true. ChatGPT did not have a “stunning moment of self reflection.” It did not "admit" to anything. It cannot “acknowledge” its be

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The surprising geography of American left-handedness (2015)

news.ycombinator.com Christopher Ingraham 2026-01-09 04:57:11

A pre-K teacher in Oklahoma is making news this week after forcing a left-handed 4-year-old boy to write with his right hand. The boy was sent home from school with an article discussing left- and right-handedness. The article mentions historic attitudes toward left-handedness that associate it with evil and the devil. It's written carelessly enough that it isn't clear whether the writer believes left-handedness is still seen as evil or whether that was only the case in the past. Regardless, it

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You can now better separate corporate and personal data in Chrome on iOS

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2026-01-09 23:14:34

If you’re a Chrome user on iOS and use your device for work, here’s some good news: you can now switch between personal and corporate accounts, keeping work and personal stuff separate without constantly logging in and out. No more login juggling Announced today in a Chrome Enterprise blog post, the update lets iOS users easily switch between personal and managed work accounts. This means organizations can enforce policies and protect corporate data, while users will have an easier time managi

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Tired of AI images online? This search engine lets you hide them from results now

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-01-10 23:23:32

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET DuckDuckGo, the privacy-focused browser and search engine, has released a new setting on its search engine that allows users to hide AI-generated images. "Our philosophy about AI features is 'private, useful, and optional.' Our goal is to help you find what you're looking for. You should decide for yourself how much AI you want in your life – or if you want any at all," the company said on X last week. Also: I test AI tools for a living. Here are 3 image generator

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Best Chest Strap Heart-Rate Monitors for Your 2025 Workouts, Fitness Expert-Approved

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-11 18:08:00

Why we like it: The Polar H10 is ideal for outdoor activities. You'll need to download the Polar Beat app to get the most out of it. The app is available for both iOS and Android and uses Bluetooth and ANT Plus connectivity to pair with different devices. The Polar H10 can connect to two Bluetooth devices at once, so you can connect it to both your smartwatch and a compatible piece of fitness equipment, like some treadmills or exercise bikes. The heart-rate monitor is easy to clip on and adjust

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July Mortgage Rate Forecast: Buyers Retreat as Rates Rebound

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-15 21:36:00

Buyers should keep an eye on the possibility of rate cuts in the next few months. Tharon Green/CNET Every time the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dips, even by a few tenths of a percentage point, prospective homebuyers jump to take advantage. As soon as rates move up again, mortgage activity goes down. The past few weeks offer a textbook example. When rates fell to around 6.7% (the lowest level in months) in early July, applications for home loans promptly ticked up, according to the Mort

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A Meteor Impact May Have Caused a Giant Landslide in the Grand Canyon

gizmodo.com Margherita Bassi 2026-01-16 18:30:00

Researchers have long puzzled over the presence of driftwood and lake sediments in Stanton’s Cave in the eastern Grand Canyon, whose mouth sits 150 feet (45.7 meters) above the river. How could the material possibly have reached that height? According to Karl Karlstrom, a geologist from the University of New Mexico, it would have had to be carried by flood levels ten times bigger than any seen in the past several thousand years. An international team of researchers proposes a surprising chain o

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Latest Tech News

If You Ask Google Why It Sucks Now, AI Overviews Will Viciously Bully Google and Itself

People are using ChatGPT to write their text messages - here's how you can tell

Showrunner, an AI-powered streaming service, launches in alpha this week

TikTok videos are about to get crowdsourced fact checks on them

Show HN: Online Ruler – Measuring in inches/centimeters

4 Money Moves You Must Make Today

Online Ruler – Measuring in inches/centimeters

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Fertility Rate in the U.S. Reached an All-Time Low in 2024, CDC Data Reveals

July Mortgage Rate Forecast: The Fed Isn't Rushing to Lower Interest Rates

I designed my own fast game streaming video codec – PyroWave

I designed my own fast game streaming video codec

Anthropic unveils new rate limits to curb Claude Code power users

How the Federal Reserve Actually Affects Mortgage Rates

GPT might be an information virus (2023)

Beetroot juice lowers blood pressure in older people by changing oral microbiome

Don't Let Summer's High Interest Rates Pass You By. Do This ASAP

4 Crucial Money Moves You Should Make ASAP

Mortgage Predictions: With Fed Cuts on Hold, Where Do Rates Go From Here?

Writing is thinking

Writing Is Thinking

DuckDuckGo Is Hoping to Win Over AI-Hating Searchers

Stop Pretending LLMs Have Feelings Media's Dangerous AI Anthropomorphism Problem

The surprising geography of American left-handedness (2015)

You can now better separate corporate and personal data in Chrome on iOS

Tired of AI images online? This search engine lets you hide them from results now

Best Chest Strap Heart-Rate Monitors for Your 2025 Workouts, Fitness Expert-Approved

July Mortgage Rate Forecast: Buyers Retreat as Rates Rebound

A Meteor Impact May Have Caused a Giant Landslide in the Grand Canyon

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