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Websites are tracking you via browser fingerprinting

news.ycombinator.com Department Of Computer Science 2026-04-17 08:55:06

Clearing your cookies is not enough to protect your privacy online. New research led by Texas A&M University found that websites are covertly using browser fingerprinting — a method to uniquely identify a web browser — to track people across browser sessions and sites. “Fingerprinting has always been a concern in the privacy community, but until now, we had no hard proof that it was actually being used to track users,” said Dr. Nitesh Saxena, cybersecurity researcher, professor of computer sci

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Show HN: Unregistry – “docker push” directly to servers without a registry

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-04-17 10:17:10

▸ Push docker images directly to remote servers without an external registry ◂ Unregistry is a lightweight container image registry that stores and serves images directly from your Docker daemon's storage. The included docker pussh command (extra 's' for SSH) lets you push images straight to remote Docker servers over SSH. It transfers only the missing layers, making it fast and efficient. docker-pussh-demo.mp4 The problem You've built a Docker image locally. Now you need it on your server.

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Show HN: Unregistry – "docker push" directly to servers without a registry

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-04-17 15:17:10

▸ Push docker images directly to remote servers without an external registry ◂ Unregistry is a lightweight container image registry that stores and serves images directly from your Docker daemon's storage. The included docker pussh command (extra 's' for SSH) lets you push images straight to remote Docker servers over SSH. It transfers only the missing layers, making it fast and efficient. docker-pussh-demo.mp4 The problem You've built a Docker image locally. Now you need it on your server.

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Websites Are Tracking You via Browser Fingerprinting

news.ycombinator.com Department Of Computer Science 2026-04-17 18:55:06

Clearing your cookies is not enough to protect your privacy online. New research led by Texas A&M University found that websites are covertly using browser fingerprinting — a method to uniquely identify a web browser — to track people across browser sessions and sites. “Fingerprinting has always been a concern in the privacy community, but until now, we had no hard proof that it was actually being used to track users,” said Dr. Nitesh Saxena, cybersecurity researcher, professor of computer sci

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DropZap World – my falling block game with lasers, released after years of work

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-04-15 08:10:04

DropZap World — a falling block game with lasers, mirrors, splitters, color matching, and 120 levels! Experience the thrill of lasers, mirrors, and color-matching in DropZap World — a fresh twist on falling block games with 120 electrifying levels! Developed by the original creator of DropZap and DropZap 2, DropZap World stands on its own with unique gameplay and a level-based progression system that will captivate both new players and longtime fans. FEATURES - 120 Challenging Levels: Test your

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T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement Checks Are Arriving: Here's the Scoop

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-04-17 18:39:00

Check your bank account lately? Is there an unexpected deposit from a company you don't recognize? It could be the money you're due from T-Mobile's 2022 class-action settlement. Those who qualify were told to expect settlement checks in April, but then that was moved to May. And now, in mid-June, as cited by Android Authority, Reddit users are saying they are seeing money in their bank accounts. Some are saying they received $56, but others are reporting amounts as high as $375. The account the

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Here are the 24 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2025

techcrunch.com Rebecca Szkutak 2026-04-17 23:31:46

Last year was monumental for the AI industry in the U.S. and beyond. There were 49 startups that raised funding rounds worth $100 million or more in 2024, per our count at TechCrunch; three companies raised more than one “mega-round,” and seven companies raised rounds that were $1 billion in size or larger. How will 2025 compare? It’s still the first half of the year, but so far it looks like 2024’s momentum will continue this year. There have already been multiple billion-dollar rounds this y

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Best Internet Providers in Illinois

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-04-18 07:00:00

What is the best internet provider in Illinois? AT&T Fiber is CNET's pick for the best internet service provider in Illinois. It offers an extensive fiber coverage, wide variety of plans, unlimited data and no extra charge for equipment. That's an excellent deal. However, if you want something even more affordable, you might want to consider Mediacom's $15-a-month plan offering 100Mbps speeds. Other options include Astound and Xfinity for a solid mix of affordability and fast speeds. Whether yo

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Salesforce hikes Slack prices, adds AI tools for all paid users

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2026-04-18 11:24:00

What the Bot: Salesforce has decided to increase prices for certain paid Slack plans. The company is attempting to justify the change by stating that all customers will now have access to more AI features. And if you don't want or need AI, well, you'll likely end up paying more anyway. According to a recent announcement from Salesforce, Slack customers will now have to pay more but will receive new AI-based features in return. Paid plans for the service will cost a few dollars more per user, me

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Keylogger campaign hitting Outlook Web Access on vulnerable Exchange servers goes global

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2026-04-18 14:58:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Facepalm: Keylogging malware is a particularly dangerous threat, as it is typically designed to capture login credentials or other sensitive data from users. When you add a compromised Exchange server to the mix, it creates an even nastier situation for any organization. Researchers from Positive Technologies recently unveiled a new study on a keylogger-based campaign targeting organizations worldw

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Game Hacking – Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC)

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2026-04-18 15:19:31

Intro In 2002 Valve created an Anti-Cheat solution called “Valve Anti-Cheat” aka VAC. The first game they implemented VAC into was Counter-Strike. When VAC was introduced it only operated in User Mode (Still does) meaning it runs entirely in user space and has no kernel component. Below is a list of games that use VAC.. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Counter-Strike (video game) Counter-Strike: Condition Zero Counter-Strike: Source Counter-Strike 2 Day of Defeat

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Grifin secures $11M to make investing less intimidating

techcrunch.com Lauren Forristal 2026-04-18 11:00:00

Grifin, an investment app that simplifies investing by automatically purchasing stocks in brands where users regularly shop, announced on Wednesday that it has secured an $11 million Series A funding round, bringing the total amount raised to around $22 million. Alongside the announcement, Grifin also revealed it has surpassed 500,000 registered users, indicating that its approach to investing resonates with a lot of users. Grifin also claims approximately 1 million total app downloads and 100,

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A glitch is turning Threads into a literal echo chamber

techcrunch.com Amanda Silberling 2026-04-18 15:53:10

We’ve heard it all — X is turning into a right-wing echo chamber, Bluesky is a liberal bubble, and so on. But a glitch on Threads has turned these concerns into a reality: everyone is saying the same exact thing over and over again. In a bug affecting some Threads users on desktop and mobile, it appears that one user’s post will get repeated over and over again, looking as though every user on your feed is saying the same thing. “Siri, unsubscribe me from 2025,” one Threads user wrote, per a s

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Keylogger campaign hitting Microsoft Exchange servers goes global

techspot.com Alfonso Maruccia 2026-04-18 19:58:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Facepalm: Keylogging malware is a particularly dangerous threat, as it is typically designed to capture login credentials or other sensitive data from users. When you add a compromised Exchange server to the mix, it creates an even nastier situation for any organization. Researchers from Positive Technologies recently unveiled a new study on a keylogger-based campaign targeting organizations worldw

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Devil May Cry and the early Mortal Kombat games join GOG’s Preservation Program

engadget.com Unknown 2026-04-18 19:26:42

GOG’s Preservation Program launched in late 2024 and the number of included games has doubled since the initial wave, currently sitting at 183. The latest headline-grabbing additions are the first four mainline Devil May Cry games and Mortal Kombat 1+2+3. Devil May Cry: HD Collection was first released in 2012 and includes the first three entries in Capcom’s enduring action series, all playable in 1080p/60fps (a big deal at the time). Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition, which celebrates its 10th

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8 AI features coming to iOS 26 that actually excite me (and how to try them now)

zdnet.com Sabrina Ortiz 2026-04-18 19:17:00

Apple iOS 26 with Liquid Glass (from the Developer Beta). Jason Hiner/ZDNET Apple Worldwide Developers' Conference (WWDC) was expected to have little AI news -- but Apple proved everyone wrong. Even though Apple has not yet launched the highly anticipated Siri upgrade -- the company said we will hear more about it in the coming year -- when it came to event time last week, Apple unveiled a slew of AI features across its devices and operating systems, including iOS, MacOS, WatchOS, and iPadOS.

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Xbox’s Best and Only Move Left Is to Become a PC

gizmodo.com Kyle Barr 2026-04-18 19:14:35

Your next Xbox device, whether it’s a console, handheld, or some other strange, eldritch device with a glowing green “X”, may be a PC in everything but name. Xbox President Sarah Bond told the world this week that it was working on a sequel to the Xbox Series X console. Hell, there is a whole extended “family” of devices bearing the Xbox name currently in the works. The announcement implied more than just new hardware. Microsoft’s whole brand could shift to being more PC-like with a game-themed

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‘Spider-Man ’94’ Comic Will Pick Up Right Where the Animated Series Left Off

gizmodo.com Cheryl Eddy 2026-04-18 19:35:04

Spider-Man: The Animated Series remains a fan favorite nearly 30 years after its conclusion—and it’s not just that giant cliffhanger ending that makes people wish it would return, though that’s certainly a motivating factor. While the first season of X-Men ’97 did wink at the Spidey ending in its own finale last year, Marvel’s current animated series Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man has its own continuity going. However, a new Marvel comic will dive right back into The Animated Series story

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Klarna Enters the Suddenly Bustling MVNO Space With Mobile Phone Service

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-04-19 00:02:00

Klarna, the Swedish buy-now-pay-later financial services company, is introducing a mobile phone plan the company says it will promote to its 25 million US customers. Klarna is partnering with Gigs, a San Francisco company that provides MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) services, allowing companies to create their own wireless brands. MVNOs seem suddenly popular: in the last week, the Trump Organization launched Trump Mobile with its own gold phone on the way and the popular SmartLess podca

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Tubi now features content from popular YouTube channels like Mythical Kitchen and more

techcrunch.com Lauren Forristal 2026-04-19 00:52:30

In a bid to broaden its content library and attract a younger demographic, Fox-owned streaming service Tubi announced on Wednesday a new program that brings content from well-known YouTubers. The new Creators program features over 500 videos of episodic content from six YouTubers, including Rhett and Link’s company, Mythical Entertainment, among others. By partnering with creators who already have a loyal following, Tubi aims to attract fans of their content and enhance Tubi’s appeal in an inc

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Check your bank account — you may have some surprise money from the 2021 T-Mobile data breach

androidauthority.com Unknown 2026-04-19 03:03:25

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Kroll is distributing payments as part of a $350M settlement for T-Mobile’s 2021 data breach, which affected over 76 million US users. Most users are getting either $56.54 or $226.19, but we’ve spotted reports for receipts going up to $375. Those eligible for over $600 are allegedly being asked to fill out a W-9. Only those who filed valid claims in 2022/2023 will receive their share of the settlement. If you’re a T-Mobile customer and you just received m

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YouTube fixes crashing issue on mobile apps, tells iOS users to reinstall

9to5mac.com Will Sattelberg 2026-04-19 03:15:59

If you’ve recently been experiencing YouTube crashes on your smartphone, Google has a fix in store — though iOS users might need to do a little more than update. Yesterday, several complaints surfaced on r/YouTube pointing towards issues with YouTube on both Android and iOS devices. Viewers complained of app crashes, video playback errors, and general unresponsiveness. Google confirmed it was aware of these issues in a forum post, recommending users delete and reinstall the app from either the

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ChainLink Phishing: How Trusted Domains Become Threat Vectors

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2026-04-19 03:02:12

Phishing remains one of cybersecurity’s most enduring threats, not because defenders aren’t evolving, but because attackers are adapting even faster. Today’s most effective campaigns aren’t just built on spoofed emails or shady domains. They exploit something far more insidious: trust in the tools and services we use every day, leading to zero-hour phishing. The Rise of ChainLink Phishing Traditional phishing relied on easily identifiable red flags such as suspicious senders and questionable

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Even Klarna is launching a mobile phone service now

theverge.com Emma Roth 2026-04-19 03:05:00

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. Klarna, the buy-now-pay-later service, is launching a mobile phone service. The $40 per month phone plan is launching in the US in the “coming weeks,” offering unlimited 5G data, calls, and texts on AT&T’s network — making it yet another MVNO in an increasingly crowded space. MVNOs, or mobile virtual network operators, are companies that sell phone

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Klarna CEO wants to turn the platform into a 'super app' with help from AI

cnbc.com Ryan Browne 2026-04-19 07:13:10

Sebastian Siemiatkowski, CEO of Klarna, speaking at a fintech event in London on Monday, April 4, 2022. Chris Ratcliffe | Bloomberg via Getty Images Klarna's CEO is so bullish about artificial intelligence that he sees it changing the way the fintech's 100 million users bank every day. On Wednesday, Klarna — a pioneer of the popular "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) payment method — is announcing the launch of mobile phone plans in the U.S. via a partnership with telecom services startup Gigs. The mo

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Grifin secures $11M to make investing less intimidating for its female user base

techcrunch.com Lauren Forristal 2026-04-19 07:00:00

Grifin, an investment app that simplifies investing by automatically purchasing stocks in brands where users regularly shop, announced on Wednesday that it has secured a $11 million Series A funding round, bringing the total amount raised to around $22 million. Alongside the announcement, Grifin also revealed it has surpassed 500,000 registered users, indicating that its approach to investing resonates with a lot of users. Grifin also claims approximately 1 million total app downloads and 100,0

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Klarna CEO wants to turn the platform into a 'super app' with AI

cnbc.com Ryan Browne 2026-04-19 11:47:25

Sebastian Siemiatkowski, CEO of Klarna, speaking at a fintech event in London on Monday, April 4, 2022. Chris Ratcliffe | Bloomberg via Getty Images Klarna's CEO is so bullish about artificial intelligence that he sees it changing the way the fintech's 100 million users bank every day. On Wednesday, Klarna — a pioneer of the popular "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) payment method — is announcing the launch of mobile phone plans in the U.S. via a partnership with telecom services startup Gigs. The mo

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51 of the Best TV Shows on Netflix That Will Keep You Entertained

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-04-19 11:00:06

When you open your Netflix app, it's easy to be overwhelmed by the number of shows to choose from. All that choice can make it hard to figure out what to stream -- we've all done the infinite scroll, spending an hour looking for something before just giving up and watching old episodes of Seinfeld. That's why we've handpicked some of the most entertaining shows on the platform, including beloved favorites like Sex and the City and Brooklyn Nine-Nine along with newer series such as Ginny & Georgi

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I've tested dozens of wearables and the Apple Watch 10 is one of my favorites - here's why

zdnet.com Matthew Miller 2026-04-19 18:00:23

ZDNET's key takeaways I tested the 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 model, priced at $529. The new watch body is charmingly thin, the larger display is lovely, fast charging is greatly appreciated. Battery life remains rated for 18 hours, and the watch is still missing some software features found on the Watch Ultra 2. View now at Apple View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices At Amazon, the 46mm GPS Apple Watch Series 10 is on sale for $329. With my larger wrists and preference

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My 6 favorite open-source Android apps from the Google Play store - and why that matters

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2026-04-19 18:23:43

Joan Cros/NurPhoto via Getty Images Android and open source are closely intertwined. In fact, most open-source fans I know also use Android. Coincidence? I think not. One nice thing about Android is that the Google Play Store has lots of open-source software. That's not to say every single open-source title is worth your time and effort, but there are plenty of FOSS apps that are not only worth your time but also some of the best in class. Also: I upgraded to Android 16 - here's what I love a

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Websites are tracking you via browser fingerprinting

Show HN: Unregistry – “docker push” directly to servers without a registry

Show HN: Unregistry – "docker push" directly to servers without a registry

Websites Are Tracking You via Browser Fingerprinting

DropZap World – my falling block game with lasers, released after years of work

T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement Checks Are Arriving: Here's the Scoop

Here are the 24 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2025

Best Internet Providers in Illinois

Salesforce hikes Slack prices, adds AI tools for all paid users

Keylogger campaign hitting Outlook Web Access on vulnerable Exchange servers goes global

Game Hacking – Valve Anti-Cheat (VAC)

Grifin secures $11M to make investing less intimidating

A glitch is turning Threads into a literal echo chamber

Keylogger campaign hitting Microsoft Exchange servers goes global

Devil May Cry and the early Mortal Kombat games join GOG’s Preservation Program

8 AI features coming to iOS 26 that actually excite me (and how to try them now)

Xbox’s Best and Only Move Left Is to Become a PC

‘Spider-Man ’94’ Comic Will Pick Up Right Where the Animated Series Left Off

Klarna Enters the Suddenly Bustling MVNO Space With Mobile Phone Service

Tubi now features content from popular YouTube channels like Mythical Kitchen and more

Check your bank account — you may have some surprise money from the 2021 T-Mobile data breach

YouTube fixes crashing issue on mobile apps, tells iOS users to reinstall

ChainLink Phishing: How Trusted Domains Become Threat Vectors

Even Klarna is launching a mobile phone service now

Klarna CEO wants to turn the platform into a 'super app' with help from AI

Grifin secures $11M to make investing less intimidating for its female user base

Klarna CEO wants to turn the platform into a 'super app' with AI

51 of the Best TV Shows on Netflix That Will Keep You Entertained

I've tested dozens of wearables and the Apple Watch 10 is one of my favorites - here's why

My 6 favorite open-source Android apps from the Google Play store - and why that matters

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