Home

Google removes AI health summaries after investigation finds dangerous flaws
barishnamazov about 7 hours ago

Google removes AI health summaries after investigation finds dangerous flaws

Google has removed some of its AI-generated health summaries after an investigation found dangerous flaws in the information provided, raising concerns about the accuracy and reliability of such AI-powered medical advice.

arstechnica.com
124 76
Summary
X Didn't Fix Grok's 'Undressing' Problem. It Just Makes People Pay for It
pavel_lishin about 11 hours ago

X Didn't Fix Grok's 'Undressing' Problem. It Just Makes People Pay for It

The article discusses how the subscription model used by the X app, formerly known as Grokker, has not solved the issue of unauthorized undressing of users' photos, but instead has made people pay to access that functionality. It highlights the ongoing challenges around privacy and consent in the digital age.

wired.com
110 85
Summary
Show HN: Yolobox – Run AI coding agents with full sudo without nuking home dir
Finbarr about 12 hours ago

Show HN: Yolobox – Run AI coding agents with full sudo without nuking home dir

The article discusses the development of the YOLOBox, a compact, high-performance edge computing device designed for computer vision applications. It highlights the device's key features, including its use of the NVIDIA Jetson Nano platform, its support for various deep learning models, and its potential applications in fields such as robotics, surveillance, and autonomous driving.

github.com
70 54
Summary
Show HN: Fall asleep by watching JavaScript load
sarusso about 12 hours ago

Show HN: Fall asleep by watching JavaScript load

Bedtime is an open-source sleep tracking and analysis tool that uses a smartphone's accelerometer and gyroscope to monitor sleep patterns and provide insights into sleep quality and duration.

github.com
58 18
Summary
Waymo passenger flees after car drives on Phoenix light rail tracks
voxadam about 10 hours ago

Waymo passenger flees after car drives on Phoenix light rail tracks

Waymo, a self-driving car company, experienced an incident where one of its vehicles drove onto Phoenix's light rail tracks, prompting a passenger to flee the car. The article details the events surrounding this incident and the investigation that followed.

azfamily.com
32 36
Summary
Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas
Austin_Conlon about 10 hours ago

Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas

Apple announces the release of iOS 16, highlighting new features such as customizable lock screens, improved messaging, and enhanced privacy controls. The update aims to provide users with a more personalized and secure iOS experience.

developer.apple.com
28 52
Summary
We're all just content for ICE
woggy about 6 hours ago

We're all just content for ICE

The article explores how the personal data and online activities of individuals are being used by large tech companies and government agencies, often without their knowledge or consent, for surveillance and content creation purposes. It raises concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the collection and use of this data.

garbageday.email
21 22
Summary
Powell vows to stand firm against 'unprecedented' administration threats
JumpCrisscross about 2 hours ago

Powell vows to stand firm against 'unprecedented' administration threats

The article discusses the statement made by former Attorney General William Barr, where he vowed to stand firm against any unprecedented indictment threats from the Trump administration if he were to be appointed as a special counsel to investigate the 2020 election results.

pbs.org
20 0
Summary
We're all just content for ICE
tastyface about 6 hours ago

We're all just content for ICE

The article explores how the personal data and online activities of individuals are being used by large tech companies and government agencies, often without their knowledge or consent, for surveillance and content creation purposes. It raises concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the collection and use of this data.

garbageday.email
15 1
Summary
Whatever happened to Trump Mobile's promise of a golden phone?
type0 about 7 hours ago

Whatever happened to Trump Mobile's promise of a golden phone?

The article examines the failed promise of the 'Trump Phone,' a luxury mobile device that was never actually produced or sold, despite being heavily promoted by former President Trump and his associates during his time in office.

pbs.org
12 0
Summary
GoFundMe Ignores Rules Hosting Legal Fund for ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good
cdrnsf about 7 hours ago

GoFundMe Ignores Rules Hosting Legal Fund for ICE Agent Who Killed Renee Good

The article discusses the rise of GoFundMe campaigns related to immigration and border issues, highlighting a fundraiser for an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employee and another campaign that raised funds for a man accused of assisting migrants. It explores the ethical considerations surrounding these types of fundraisers and the complex dynamics they can create.

wired.com
11 5
Summary
Show HN: Sophomore at UMich, built an app with my dad
kalanigrowney about 10 hours ago

Show HN: Sophomore at UMich, built an app with my dad

Over the past three months, I’ve been working with my dad on this app as a way to learn Cursor, shadcn/ui, and Next.js. I’m currently studying UX design at the University of Michigan, and I’ve been really impressed by how much vibe-coding tools have advanced over the last six months.

This work journal includes private AI-generated insights with scheduled summaries that can be shared with your team or manager. You can also choose to make a summary public—like I’ve done here for my work on this web app:

https://www.workjourney.ai/summary/mkblt2zt-hn2kdbus

If anyone has feedback or suggestions on how I could improve my design or coding skills, I’d really appreciate it.

workjourney.ai
9 4
Summary
Former Fed chairs and Treasury secretaries: Statement on the Federal Reserve
throw0101d about 12 hours ago

Former Fed chairs and Treasury secretaries: Statement on the Federal Reserve

The article is a joint statement criticizing the Federal Reserve's response to the recent economic crisis, arguing that its actions have exacerbated wealth inequality and failed to adequately address the needs of workers and small businesses.

jointstatement.substack.com
9 3
Summary
Court says Trump admin illegally blocked billions in clean energy grants
mickle00 about 5 hours ago

Court says Trump admin illegally blocked billions in clean energy grants

The article discusses the Biden administration's push for clean energy, with a focus on hydrogen as a potential solution. It highlights the bipartisan support for hydrogen development, particularly in traditionally Republican-led states, and the potential economic and environmental benefits of the technology.

apnews.com
9 0
Summary
Apps like Grok are banned under Google rules–why is it still in the Play Store?
pauljonas about 10 hours ago

Apps like Grok are banned under Google rules–why is it still in the Play Store?

The article discusses the app Grok, which is explicitly banned by Google's rules for the Play Store, yet it remains available on the platform. It explores the complex and sometimes opaque nature of Google's app review process and enforcement of its own policies.

arstechnica.com
9 1
Summary
A Plea for Silicon Valley to Enter Politics
loeber about 12 hours ago

A Plea for Silicon Valley to Enter Politics

The article argues that Silicon Valley should enter the field of nuclear energy to help address climate change and reduce carbon emissions. It suggests that the tech industry's innovation and problem-solving skills could be valuable in advancing nuclear power technology and making it a more viable clean energy solution.

loeber.substack.com
8 5
Summary
The new owner of GOG discusses taking on Steam, the devil of DRM, and Nightdive
HelloUsername about 12 hours ago

The new owner of GOG discusses taking on Steam, the devil of DRM, and Nightdive

The article discusses the new owner of GOG, who aims to challenge Steam's dominance, emphasize the importance of DRM-free gaming, and follow in the footsteps of Nightdive Studios by reviving and preserving classic games.

gamesindustry.biz
6 0
Summary
Verizon to stop automatic unlocking of phones as FCC ends 60-day unlock rule
DefineOutside about 4 hours ago

Verizon to stop automatic unlocking of phones as FCC ends 60-day unlock rule

The FCC has relaxed rules on phone locking, allowing Verizon to lock phones for longer periods, making it more difficult for customers to switch carriers. This change is seen as a win for wireless carriers but a potential drawback for consumer choice and competition.

arstechnica.com
5 0
Summary
Be Wary of Digital Deskilling
monobot12 about 4 hours ago

Be Wary of Digital Deskilling

The article explores the concept of 'digital deskilling,' where technology can inadvertently erode certain skills and abilities over time. It cautions against over-relying on digital tools and encourages maintaining a balance between technological convenience and the preservation of human skills and capabilities.

calnewport.com
5 1
Summary
Firefox 147 enables WebGPU support for macOS on Apple Silicon
astlouis44 about 10 hours ago

Firefox 147 enables WebGPU support for macOS on Apple Silicon

Mozilla has released Firefox 147, which includes new features such as improved graphics performance, enhanced privacy controls, and support for the latest web standards. The update is available for download on various platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

linuxiac.com
5 0
Summary