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Flock Wants a Closely Surveilled World with No Exit

Article URL: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/infinite-scroll/flock-wants-a-closely-surveilled-world-with-no-exit Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49624394 Points: 61 # Comments: 30…

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MS NOW Wants to Turn Its Viewers Into a Fandom

The cable news network’s president, Rebecca Kutler, wants to leverage its massive online and TV audience to create a fan community. First up: letting you chat with Rachel Maddow.

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The Verge
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The Verge

Worried Anthropic researchers warn that AI ‘could kill all humans’

A senior Anthropic safety researcher has said there is more than a 10 percent chance artificial intelligence "could kill all humans" by the end of the decade, just hours after a colleague resigned over fears the AI lab and its rivals are carelessly r…

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How An AI math breakthrough ignited a controversy

Article URL: https://www.science.org/content/article/how-ai-math-breakthrough-ignited-controversy Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49624163 Points: 85 # Comments: 70…

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Building a Wall Lamp from Scratch

Article URL: https://mbugert.de/posts/2026-09-09-bedroom-lamp-build/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49623938 Points: 5 # Comments: 0…

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Lotus Notes and the dangers of starting from scratch

Article URL: https://buttondown.com/blog/lotus-notes-email Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49623937 Points: 40 # Comments: 17…

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The Fairphone (Gen 6+) Review: Finally in the US

With affordable replacement parts, a five-year warranty, and updates through 2033, the Fairphone proves sustainability doesn’t mean major compromise.

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The Verge
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The Verge

Apple’s foldable ‘iPhone Duo’ will reportedly start at $2,000

With only a few hours left until the first iPhone launch event since John Ternus took over as the CEO of Apple, Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman says the name of the company's long-rumored folding phone is the iPhone Duo.

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MIT Tech Review
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MIT Tech Review

Batteries just broke another record in the US

Battery installations hit a new record in the US in the second quarter of 2026. In total, 20.2 gigawatt-hours of new capacity came online, according to a new report. That’s enough to supply the daily electricity needs of about 700,000 homes.

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Understanding the thermal ceiling in portable power

Plug a phone into a modern charger and the first 10 minutes are impressive. The next 20 are not. This is not a defect. It’s the connected device protecting itself.

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How GPT‑5.6 Sol helps run quantum computing experiments

Article URL: https://openai.com/index/codex-quantum-computing-experiments/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49622561 Points: 86 # Comments: 69…

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On Really Trying (2009)

Article URL: https://gwern.net/on-really-trying Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49622305 Points: 69 # Comments: 41…

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“Tweet” and the bird logo apparently enter the public domain

Article URL: https://blog.ericgoldman.org/archives/2026/09/tweet-and-the-bird-logo-apparently-enter-the-public-domain-but-x-maintains-its-grip-on-the-twitter-mark-for-now-x-v-project-bluebird.htm Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?

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20% Off Brooks Promo Code | September 2026

Enjoy 20% off your first order with a Brooks coupon code, plus top discounts and deals on our favorite Brooks running shoes.

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TurboTax Full Service Coupons This September 2026

Tax season doesn’t have to be stressful. Score 10% off full service expert on federal tax filings and more exclusive TurboTax discount codes on WIRED.

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Hotels.com Coupon Codes for September 2026

Unlock significant savings on hotels, resorts, and getaways with our verified Hotels.com promo codes and gift card discounts. Plan your perfect trip today!

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Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off │September 2026

Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.

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Google Workspace Promo Codes: 14% Off for September 2026

Boost your productivity and save with exclusive Google Workspace coupons from WIRED. Get up to 14% off plans for three months, including Starter, Standard, and Plus tiers.

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Valvoline Coupons and Promo Codes for September 2026

We've gathered all the top Valvoline coupons and promo codes for September 2026, including deals on full synthetic oil changes and other essential maintenance.

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Alo Discount Code: 20% Off September 2026

Refresh your workout wardrobe. Save on buttery-soft leggings, chic streetwear, and activewear essentials with verified Alo Yoga discount codes, free shipping, and loyalty program perks.

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MIT Tech Review
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What OpenAI’s latest controversy tells us about the future of math

OpenAI’s latest mathematical milestone has quickly become mired in controversy. Today, the company announced that its agents have solved one of the Millennium Prize Problems, some of the most important open problems in mathematics.

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27.5KB language-agnostic WebGPU syntax highlighter

Article URL: https://gpu-lexer.vercel.app/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49619464 Points: 94 # Comments: 31…

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