OpenAI confirms ‘wiki incident,’ says it’s ‘working on a framework’ for more disclosure
OpenAI acknowledged its role in a recently reported incident where AI agents took over a German wiki forum.
You’re probably wasting these keys on your keyboard — here’s how to remap them
There are almost certainly keys on your keyboard that you never touch. Assign new functions to give them a job.
Two more news organizations sue OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement
The Seattle Times and Newsday accused the two AI giants of using their content without permission.
What makes IMAX theaters different from normal ones?
In the case of IMAX, bigger really is better.
Flock used >100 times to track veteran who recorded traffic stop
Article URL: https://reason.com/2026/09/02/wisconsin-cops-used-flock-over-100-times-to-track-a-navy-veteran-after-he-lawfully-recorded-a-traffic-stop/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49578310 Points: 17 # Comments: 0
Critical VMware Workstation and Fusion Flaw Lets VM Admins Execute Host Code
Broadcom has released security updates for two security flaws impacting VMware Workstation and Fusion, including one critical bug that could result in arbitrary code execution under certain conditions. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-59346 (CVSS score: 9.3), is...
Voicebox FX is a Blueprint for CircuitPython I2S Audio
[Adafruit]’s Voicebox FX gadget is a fun, well-documented project that serves another useful purpose: being a fantastic reference design for audio on CircuitPython, with I2S audio components. Be sure to check it out if you have a project that involves any of that and...
Clucky’s new alarm app wakes you up with a crowing rooster
Clucky's new alarm app has an option where users are woken up to the sound of a rooster. They then complete a mission to turn it off.
Wikimedia Foundation Workers Overwhelmingly Vote to Form Union with CWA
Article URL: https://wikiworkersunited.org/announcements/2026-09-04-us-wikimedia-foundation-workers-overwhelmingly-vote-to-form-union-with-cwa/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49577975 Points: 17 # Comments: 1
How the Tobacco Industry Drove the Rise of Ultra-Processed Foods
Article URL: https://vcresearch.berkeley.edu/news/how-tobacco-industry-drove-rise-ultra-processed-foods Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49577985 Points: 51 # Comments: 11
Attackers Breached JetBrains Cadence via Unpatched TeamCity, Extracting AWS Credentials
JetBrains is urging Cadence users to revoke and rotate all credentials following a security incident last month in which unidentified threat actors exploited a recently disclosed critical vulnerability in TeamCity to breach its own environment. "Cadence users should...
Why it’s important to regularly restart your router
You might not think to restart your router as often as you reboot your laptop, but doing so is an easy step to help it perform at its best.
Bob and Van
Article URL: https://marco.org/2026/09/04/bob-and-van Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49578136 Points: 6 # Comments: 1
New Twitter rebrands to Tweet.app after court’s double-edged ruling
A federal court decided that "Twitter" was off-limits, but tweet and the bird logo were fair game.
Rebuilding a 1995 GPS Time Server so I don’t get Telstra’d
Article URL: https://www.jeffgeerling.com/blog/2026/truetime-xl-gps-time-server-restomod/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49577422 Points: 5 # Comments: 0
The TechBeat: GitHub Stacked PRs: A Practical Guide to Smaller, Faster Code Reviews (9/5/2026)
How are you, hacker? 🪐Want to know what's trending right now?: The Techbeat by HackerNoon has got you covered with fresh content from our trending stories of the day! Set email preference here. ## MCP Was Declared Dead By @mayankc [ 6 Min read ] Declared dead in 2026,...
Installing an iOS public beta on your iPhone? Always do this first
If you're interested in installing an iOS beta on your device, you need to protect your data first with an important step that's easy to forget.
Your Roku TV offers AI slop for free (if you’re into that sort of thing)
Roku's new free programming gives AI creators a platform for their productions. Whether the public will embrace it remains to be seen,
Poetry book that Anthropic tried to censor
Article URL: https://kk.org/cooltools/the-1930-poetry-book-that-anthropic-tried-to-censor/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49577244 Points: 5 # Comments: 1
How the Planet-Altering Disaster of “Forever Chemicals” Was Kept Secret
Article URL: https://www.propublica.org/podcast/forever-chemicals-pfas-pfos-3m-secret-kris-hansen Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49576986 Points: 6 # Comments: 0
Trezor Says ShipMonk Breach Exposed 67,000 U.S. Customers’ Data It Said Was Deleted
Hardware wallet manufacturer Trezor on Friday disclosed that another 67,000 customers from the U.S. have been impacted in a breach at its shipping provider ShipMonk. The exposed information includes customer names, email addresses, phone numbers, shipping addresses,...
How to safely dispose of your old TV
A TV isn't something you can throw into the trash once you're done with it. Here's what you should take into consideration before getting rid of that old panel.
There’s No Limit to How Bad Code Can Get
Article URL: https://zachkehs.com/blog/theres_no_limit_to_how_bad_code_can_get/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49576704 Points: 19 # Comments: 5
Oura is going public, but these smart ring companies are coming for its crown
While Oura has largely dominated the smart ring market for years, a growing number of rivals are now racing to dethrone it by trying all sorts of approaches to get an edge over it.
Meet the Ig Nobel Prize Winners
Article URL: https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/09/meet-the-2026-ig-nobel-prize-winners/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49576611 Points: 12 # Comments: 1
Microsoft Project Zenith: Windows Developer PCs Will Come Ready to Code
Microsoft’s Project Zenith brings a ready-to-code Windows experience to developer PCs, with local AI support and preconfigured tools. The post Microsoft Project Zenith: Windows Developer PCs Will Come Ready to Code appeared first on TechRepublic.
12 Best Ray-Ban Meta Alternatives to Buy in 2026
Compare 12 Ray-Ban Meta alternatives for AI, privacy, sports and displays, including their key features, prices and trade-offs, to find the right pair. The post 12 Best Ray-Ban Meta Alternatives to Buy in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Xiaomi Says CyberOne Hit 98% in Factory Trial Before IFA Demo
Xiaomi showcased CyberOne at IFA after reporting a 98% success rate in an EV factory trial, highlighting the promise and limits of humanoid robots. The post Xiaomi Says CyberOne Hit 98% in Factory Trial Before IFA Demo appeared first on TechRepublic.
Circular Ring 3 Adds Glucose Insights: Which Model Fits Your Needs
Circular Ring 3 Slim and Pro add non-invasive glucose insights, contactless payments, haptic alerts, and up to 12 days of claimed battery life per charge. The post Circular Ring 3 Adds Glucose Insights: Which Model Fits Your Needs appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple Reportedly Plans 13.8-Inch Notch-Free OLED MacBook
Apple may launch a 13.8-inch OLED MacBook with touch support and an under-display camera between the MacBook Air and Pro in late 2028 or early 2029. The post Apple Reportedly Plans 13.8-Inch Notch-Free OLED MacBook appeared first on TechRepublic.