Steam adds handy gifting and wishlist updates
You can now gift games without a Steam account and sort your wishlist into categories.
Google justifies its massive AI spending with a booming cloud business
Google's cloud business is thriving, as companies adopting its AI and AI infrastructure services help the tech giant to report record profits.
Medici family mystery may be solved after more than 400 years
Article URL: https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/15/science/medici-family-mystery-dna-malaria Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49014007 Points: 8 # Comments: 0
Any text-to-SQL benchmark should address difficulties of real-world data stores
Article URL: https://cacm.acm.org/blogcacm/if-you-think-you-can-do-real-world-text-to-sql/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49013995 Points: 5 # Comments: 0
Google Cloud is killing it
Since the beginning of the year, several people have remarked to me off the cuff, apropos of nothing in particular: "Google Cloud is killing it." Parent company Alphabet reported Q2 earnings [PDF] after the bell on Wednesday and the numbers speak for themselves. Let's...
Sovereign AI is ‘nonsense,’ says Doctorow
OPINION Cory Doctorow, tech gadfly and coiner of the eminently relevant term "enshittification," posted a useful argument on Wednesday related to Trump's dismantling of the US-led world order and the need or lack thereof for other countries to control their own AI...
Web app turns your old phone into a new smart display
HANDS ON If you've got a drawer full of old phones, unloved tablets, or even an ancient monitor, you can now give those devices new life in your home by turning them into wall-mounted status boards, clocks, weather stations, or photo frames. ScreenWall is a web...
Workers are interested in creative AI tools. But barely any are using it.
AI is changing how people view creativity in the workplace. While some leaders have touted AI as improving the creative process at their companies, there are also broader concerns about outsourcing the creative process to the tech. This week, an Adobe survey revealed...
Malleable Computing, Emacs, and You
Article URL: http://yummymelon.com/devnull/malleable-computing-emacs-and-you.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49013538 Points: 9 # Comments: 0
Safari Technology Preview 248 Released
Article URL: https://webkit.org/blog/18162/release-notes-for-safari-technology-preview-248/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49013356 Points: 7 # Comments: 0
I Inspected My Take-Home Interview Project. It Was a Whole Operation
Article URL: https://citizendot.github.io/articles/fake-job-interview-git-hook-malware/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49013036 Points: 5 # Comments: 0
Move to one of these 25 ‘cities on the rise’ if you want better job opportunities in 2026
LinkedIn has released its second annual Cities on the Rise list, ranking the top 25 U.S. metro areas that it says have emerged as the fastest-growing destinations for jobs and new talent. The Microsoft-owned social network analyzed its labor market data to determine...
A fake Temu-like website claims to give shoppers a dopamine boost—without buying anything
Shoes by ThreadTheory. Snacks by CrunchCove. Gadgets by SkyScribe. They’re all for sale on FakeHaul.com, a new competitor to online marketplaces like Temu. They offer the same bottom-of-the-barrel prices and massive selection of products. The only difference? None of...
Is it safe to eat lettuce again? The answer is more complicated than you think
A diarrhea-causing illness has taken over the US and the news cycle, but as officials try to trace its origins, many greens lovers are asking themselves the same question: Can I eat Lettuce now? The answer is maybe. Cyclosporiasis has spread throughout much of the US,...
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy Tab S12 Surface in Google App Ahead of Launch
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy Tab S12 appeared in a Google app list, hinting at software prep before a possible late-summer launch. The post Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Galaxy Tab S12 Surface in Google App Ahead of Launch appeared first on TechRepublic.
China Considers Export Controls on AI Models, Training Data and Chip Technology
China is considering tighter controls on AI models, training data, and chip designs, potentially limiting how Chinese technology reaches global users. The post China Considers Export Controls on AI Models, Training Data and Chip Technology appeared first on...
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Fold8 at Unpacked 2026
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Fold8 debut at Unpacked 2026 with new cameras, AI tools, prices, and clear trade-offs for buyers choosing a foldable. The post Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Fold8 at Unpacked 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
New to Linux? This 10-day checklist will help you settle in nice and easy
I wish I had followed this 10-day plan when I started using Linux 30 years ago.
US outlines its $5 billion Genesis Mission to boost science with AI
Several federal agencies are contributing toward the interdisciplinary research efforts.
John C. Dvorak has died
Article URL: https://twitter.com/na_announce/status/2079952538040672302 Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49012070 Points: 44 # Comments: 10
Treasury threatens sanctions after White House claims Moonshot distilled Anthropic’s Fable
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned the U.S. government could sanction Chinese AI companies after White House officials accused Moonshot of distilling Anthropic's Fable model to develop Kimi K3.
Tesla spending skyrockets as Cybercab, Semi, Megapack production timeline slips
Tesla's 26% boost in revenue wasn't enough to offset rising operating expenses and capital expenditures as it pushes to launch a new generation of products.
Social media addiction lawsuit against Meta is dropped
A closely watched social media addiction lawsuit that had been set to go to trial next week has been dropped after the plaintiff voluntarily dismissed his claims against Meta, leaving none of the major tech companies facing trial in the case.
ICE shared Medicaid data it wasn’t supposed to have with Palantir
Article URL: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/17/nx-s1-5898504/ice-medicaid-palantir-data Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49011999 Points: 40 # Comments: 2
Nobody knows how bad corporate AI emissions really are. This startup has a way to estimate them
More and more companies are implementing artificial intelligence into both their internal workflows and their external products, and that AI use comes with an environmental impact. Already, AI data centers are driving a surge in electricity demand that is outpacing...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Launches at $1,199 With Thinner Design
Samsung’s $1,199 Galaxy Z Flip8 adds a thinner design, expanded FlexWindow tools, and new AI controls while retaining the same battery and rear cameras. The post Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Launches at $1,199 With Thinner Design appeared first on TechRepublic.
GitHub Cuts Public Bug Bounty Payouts, Moves Top Rewards to VIP Tier
Beginning July 27, 2026, GitHub will cut public bug bounty payouts by at least half at every severity level. Critical findings will drop from $20,000-$30,000+ to a fixed $10,000, while its permanent invite-only VIP tier will pay $30,000 or more. Reports filed before...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Moto Razr Ultra: I’ve spent time with both, here’s what I prefer
The Moto Razr Ultra has some of the best software on a phone, but how does it compare to the new Samsung Z Flip 8?
Social Security benefits 2026 update: ‘Misleading’ email from Commissioner Frank Bisignano under fire
If you are one of the 63 million Americans currently receiving Social Security benefits, you’ll want to read on. (Some 54 million retired workers and 9 million of their survivors and dependents currently get a monthly check.) Before we get started, some facts to keep...
New Data Shows Suno Breach Affected 55M Accounts
New data shows 55.3 million Suno accounts were affected in a breach exposing contact details, purchases, and partial payment card information. The post New Data Shows Suno Breach Affected 55M Accounts appeared first on TechRepublic.