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What Is MyBatis?
MyBatis is a robust persistence framework designed for Java to streamline database interactions, significantly reducing the need for boilerplate JDBC code. It facilitates custom SQL queries, stored procedures, and advanced mappings, offering configuration flexibility through XML or annotations. The framework can map Java primitives, Map interfaces, and Plain Old Java Objects (POJOs) directly to database records. For individuals new to Java database access, a guide on Marco Böhm's website outlines the various available options, positioning MyBatis within this context. Additionally, those interested in further tips and updates about MyBatis can follow Alejandro Duarte on Bluesky and X for more information.
Keywords: #phi4, Alejandro Duarte, Annotations, Bluesky, JDBC, Java POJOs, MyBatis, SQL, X, XML, configuration, database records, mappings, persistence framework, stored procedures
mybatis.org 9 hours ago
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Video Shows US Tomahawk Missile Strike Next to Girls' School in Iran
New video footage reveals that a U.S. Tomahawk missile struck an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) facility in Minab, Iran, on February 28. Geolocation analysis conducted by Mehr News and Bellingcat showed smoke near a girls' school before the explosion occurred at the site where it was claimed that Iranian forces were responsible for causing significant damage and casualties, including 175 deaths among children. However, this new evidence implicates U.S. involvement in the strike, as Tomahawk missiles are exclusively used by the United States in this context. Bellingcat's further analysis of Planet Labs satellite imagery indicates that the missile targeted a facility containing both a clinic and what seems to be an earth-covered bunker or magazine. This investigation brings to light inconsistencies with earlier statements made by U.S. officials regarding their involvement, suggesting discrepancies between official accounts and the actual events captured in the footage and analyzed data.
Keywords: #phi4, Bellingcat, Bluesky, Donald Trump, Giancarlo Fiorella, IRGC facility, Instagram, Iran, Israel, Mehr News, Merel Zoet, Minab, Newsletter, Patreon, Reddit, Tomahawk missile, US strike, YouTube, bunker, casualties, clinic, footage, girls' school, impact area, non-profit, smoke
www.bellingcat.com 11 hours ago
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/ 10 hours ago
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Show HN: Bsky-CLI – A full-featured CLI client for Bluesky
Bsky-CLI is a command-line interface (CLI) tool designed to enhance user interaction with the Bluesky platform, developed in TypeScript by Harvey Randall. It enables users to perform various actions directly from the terminal, eliminating the need to switch between different interfaces. Key features of Bsky-CLI include support for multiple accounts via named profiles and JSON output compatibility, which allows integration with other tools like `jq`. The tool leverages the AT Protocol API, providing standard app functionalities along with additional commands such as viewing timelines, posting content (including media), replying, quoting, liking, reposting, bookmarking, following or unfollowing/blocking users, direct messaging, searching, and managing account settings. It also supports regex filtering in real-time feeds using the `--pattern` option and offers shell completions for `bash`, `zsh`, and `fish`.
Bsky-CLI can be installed as a standalone binary on macOS, Linux, and Windows platforms. Installation options include npm, yarn, pnpm, bun, or Homebrew, with commands like `npm install -g @harveyrandall/bsky-cli` or `brew install harveyrandall/bsky-cli`. Users also have the option to clone the source code from GitHub for custom builds. The tool supports interactive login and environment variable configuration for authentication purposes and allows managing multiple accounts through a `--profile` flag.
The development of Bsky-CLI involves tools like TypeScript, Commander.js, and the AT Protocol SDK, with testing supported by extensive CI/CD integration via GitHub Actions. The roadmap indicates future enhancements such as adding direct messages, list management, starter packs, moderation lists, post labels, auto alt-text generation, OAuth login support, and Docker BuildKit for builds. Bsky-CLI is distributed under the MIT License, making it freely available for use and modification by others.
Keywords: #phi4, AT Protocol API, Bluesky, Bsky-CLI, CLI client, GitHub Actions, JSON, Nodejs, TypeScript, authentication, commands, multi-account support, shell completions, standalone binary
github.com a day ago
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Blacksky: Open-source digital public infrastructure project
Blacksky is an open-source digital public infrastructure project designed to enhance decentralized social media platforms through curated feeds and moderation tools, particularly benefiting communities such as "Black Twitter." Developed by Blacksky Algorithms, this initiative utilizes a unique implementation of the AT Protocol called "rsky," created in Rust. This design allows Blacksky to function autonomously while maintaining interoperability with other protocol hosts like Bluesky. The project was initiated by technologist Rudy Fraser in 2021 and launched two years later, in 2023. By 2024, it is overseen by a team of six moderators, underscoring its community-focused management approach.
Keywords: #phi4, AT Protocol, Blacksky, Bluesky, Rudy Fraser, Rust programming language, algorithms, curated feeds, decentralized social media, digital public infrastructure, moderation tools, moderators, open-source, rsky
en.wikipedia.org a day ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45018773 a day ago
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The Origin Story of gRPC
The text describes a web application that provides an interactive exploration of the origin story of gRPC, which relies on JavaScript to function properly. While there are basic HTML views available, they do not deliver the intended user experience. The narrative also references Bluesky's online presence through its platforms, bsky.social and atproto.com, suggesting additional resources or related content for users interested in further exploration. This summary highlights the web application’s dependency on JavaScript for full interactivity, contrasts it with limited HTML views, and points to Bluesky as a point of further engagement.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, HTML, JavaScript, atprotocom, bskysocial, gRPC, interactive, interfaces, keywords, technical, topic, web application
bsky.app a day ago
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Supporting the Npmx Alpha Launch
On January 23rd, Daniel Roe initiated community feedback on frustrations with npmjs.com's user interfaces as a Nuxt core contributor. Developers responded promptly, highlighting issues such as an unwieldy code browser and the absence of social features. Within just 40 days, this input spurred the creation of npmx.dev, a modern npm registry browser designed to enhance speed, remove account barriers, and integrate a social layer through atproto. This platform allows users to carry identities and data across applications via Personal Data Servers (PDS). The development was driven by community support and recognized with a $6,000 grant for its innovative approach. Npmx.dev is part of the "atmospheric websites" concept, which leverages existing web frameworks while introducing features like portable identity and user-controlled data. This project has gained acknowledgment for advancing an ecosystem around open protocol technologies, encouraging further innovation beyond traditional social applications.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, GitHub Extracted Keywords: Npmx, GitHub Keywords: Npmx, JavaScript, Matias Capeletto, Npmx, Nuxt, Patak, Personal Data Server (PDS), Vite's ecosystem, Vite's ecosystem Final Keywords: Npmx, admin user flows, atmospheric websites, atproto, code browser, commits, contributors, dark mode, ecosystem support, files, grant, identity, lines of code, npmjscom, npmxdev, portable identity, portable identity Comma-separated Keywords: Npmx, social layer
atproto.com a day ago
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Boy I was wrong about the Fediverse
Initially skeptical about online communities, the author transitioned from Twitter to Mastodon during a period when the platform faced ownership changes that threatened its independence from commercial interests. Initially perceiving social media as trivial, the author's perspective shifted with the onset of Trump's presidency, which strained press freedom in the U.S. through legal intimidation, resulting in compromised journalism and biased reporting. As traditional news sources faltered—highlighted by events like Trump’s Greenland threat—the Fediverse emerged as a reliable information hub.
Unlike other platforms, the Fediverse offered direct, unfiltered content free from commercial motives or engagement-driven algorithms. Its value lay in individuals sharing expert knowledge organically across federated networks, providing trustworthy insights on niche topics such as Arctic policy, where traditional journalism was lacking. This network represented a return to the internet’s original promise of open information exchange, untainted by corporate manipulation—a realization that became evident against the backdrop of declining American journalistic integrity.
Keywords: #phi4, ActivityPub, Arctic, Arctic policy Keywords: Fediverse, Bluesky, EU, EU news, Fediverse, Greenland, Mastodon, Twitter, algorithms, capitalism, engagement, engagement metrics, journalism, media, oligarchs, press, press collapse, social network
matduggan.com a day ago
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijjb_0RW28c a day ago
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwyg1jg8xkmo a day ago
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https://mastodon.social/ a day ago
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Weather Report #1
**Weather Report #1 Summary (Feb. 27 - Mar. 6, 2026)** encapsulates the dynamic growth of the atmosphere community and its challenges in staying updated through conventional methods like newsletters or algorithms. To address these issues, a new initiative, at://news, was launched to facilitate collective-sourced weekly newsletters using Semble collections, encouraging contributions from all members. This project prioritizes human curation over automation to enhance community engagement.
During the week, significant funding and development milestones were achieved: @tangled.org secured $4.5 million in investment, while npmx introduced its alpha version featuring social elements built on atproto. Infrastructure innovations included alf for saving drafts, timelocked secrets by @flo-bit.dev, an EU-HAUL migration tool adopted by 4700 users, and a personalization engine from @graze.social.
Technical advancements were highlighted with Cisco drafting AT Protocol specifications using MOQT, exploration of dual-protocol server integration, and roomy.space's support for event organizing via openmeet.net. Security enhancements included the creation of a terminal UI for key management, demonstrations of secure enclave usage for rotation keys, and a proof-of-concept for storing keys in Apple's Secure Enclave.
Community events featured AtmosphereConf 2026 in Vancouver with sponsorship from @opensource.google, an ATScience agenda announcement, and multiple atproto meetups across Amsterdam, SF, LA, and Cincinnati. Discussions centered on decentralization, interface power dynamics, and decentralized moderation. A particular moderation concern involved account suspension due to blocking a moderation bot, emphasizing policy enforcement issues.
The report concluded by inviting readers to subscribe for updates via Bluesky Feed or other platforms, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen community connectivity and information dissemination.
Keywords: #phi4, AT Protocol ```, AT Protocol ``` Keywords: Weather Report, Bluesky, Mastodon, OAuth, OAuth permissions, PDSes, Semble, Semble collection, Weather Report, atproto, cross-app, cross-app profile lexicon, decentralization, ecosystem, lexicon, moderation, newsletter, profile
at-news.leaflet.pub 2 days ago
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Boy I was wrong about the Fediverse
The author shares their transition from conventional social media platforms like Twitter to Mastodon within the Fediverse—a network of decentralized social networks—motivated by a desire for an ad-free environment and content not influenced by manipulation. Initially skeptical, they find that amid declining press freedom in the U.S., exacerbated by political pressures and corporate interests, the Fediverse proves to be a dependable source of news. Traditional media, often biased due to financial incentives and especially during controversial events like Trump's proposed actions towards Greenland, failed to meet their need for impartial information. In contrast, the author appreciates the Fediverse for its direct content sharing without branding or engagement metrics, providing reliable insights from various perspectives that echo early internet ideals. This experience leads them to value the community-driven nature of these platforms as a genuine source of news, highlighting the potential of decentralized networks to deliver trustworthy information where mainstream media often fails. Through their interactions on Mastodon, they encounter firsthand accounts and expert analyses, reinforcing their belief in the Fediverse's ability to support authentic communication during challenging times.
Keywords: #phi4, ActivityPub, Arctic, Arctic policy Keywords: Fediverse, Bluesky, EU, EU news, Fediverse, Greenland, Mastodon, Twitter, algorithms, capitalism, engagement, engagement metrics, journalism, media, oligarchs, press, press collapse, social network
matduggan.com 2 days ago
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Academics Need to Wake Up on AI
The text delves into a reflective discussion on the implications and controversies surrounding the integration of AI in academic research following the viral spread of a post by its author. The author acknowledges initial missteps such as employing a provocative style without adequately clarifying AI's current capabilities compared to human researchers, which contributed to polarizing debates within academia. These debates often underscore contrasting strengths between qualitative and quantitative methodologies. A key point raised is that AI excels in tasks like literature reviews and data analysis, thereby elevating the relative value of original data collection methods such as fieldwork.
The discourse highlights polarization rooted in misconceptions about AI’s potential—some underestimate its utility while others overestimate it. The quality of AI-generated outputs heavily relies on user expertise and guidance rather than solely on technological tools themselves. Additionally, the rapid pace of AI development often surpasses academic publishing timelines, rendering some critiques quickly outdated.
AI's role is expanding in academia; most academic papers are now predominantly consumed by AI systems, indicating a shift towards writing with machine readability in mind. While AI can expose existing academic flaws like the replication crisis, it also poses risks such as the potential atrophy of essential cognitive skills among new scholars due to outsourcing intellectual tasks.
The text also discusses challenges related to norms around disclosing AI usage in research, noting that current practices may discourage transparency due to professional repercussions. Moreover, platforms like Bluesky are critiqued for being unproductive for serious discourse, often devolving into ad hominem attacks instead of constructive debate.
Despite these concerns, the author sees value in the ensuing conversation, advocating for academics to engage more actively with AI tools while thoughtfully addressing critiques. The discussion raises an essential consideration: balancing efficiency gains from AI with preserving the soulful and transformative aspects of traditional scholarship. Overall, the discourse encourages a nuanced exploration of AI's role in enhancing academic research processes.
Keywords: #phi4, AI, Academia, Academic Culture, Bluesky, Cognitive Processes, Data Collection, Discourse, Ethical Concerns, Fieldwork, Hallucination, Innovation, Open Exchange, Peer Review, Productivity, Provocation, Public Interest, Publication, Qualitative, Quantitative, Research, Skill Atrophy, Social Science, Tool Usage, Transparency, Workflow
alexanderkustov.substack.com 3 days ago
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Passing around Specs instead of Software
The content outlines an interactive web application focused on the concept of "Passing around Specs instead of Software," emphasizing that full functionality is contingent upon enabling JavaScript. Although basic HTML interfaces are feasible, they lack the dynamic interactivity integral to the core experience facilitated by JavaScript. Users seeking further information or engagement with this innovative approach can explore additional resources available at Bluesky's official platform, bsky.social, and its development site at atproto.com. This application seeks to shift traditional software sharing paradigms towards a more specification-oriented method, leveraging modern web technologies to enhance user interaction and experience.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, HTML, Interactive, Interfaces, JavaScript, Passing, Software, Specs, Technical, Web application, atprotocom, bskysocial
bsky.app 3 days ago
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Show HN: SpaceWalls. A tiny game inspired by snake, asteroids and tower defense
SpaceWalls is a compact gaming experience drawing inspiration from classic games such as Snake, Asteroids, and Tower Defense. It incorporates fullscreen and rotation features to enrich player interaction and immersion. The game allows players the flexibility to pause their session for options like resuming play, restarting levels, or accessing information about the author. Additionally, SpaceWalls fosters a community spirit by encouraging players to share their experiences on various platforms including Twitter/X, Facebook, Bluesky, and through email. To further engage its audience, the game also promotes content available on a YouTube channel. These features collectively aim to create an interactive and socially connected gaming environment while paying homage to its classic predecessors.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, Facebook, SpaceWalls, Twitter, YouTube Channel, YouTube Channel ``` Keywords: SpaceWalls, asteroids, author, email, fullscreen, game, level, paused, restart, resume, rotate, share, snake, tap, tower defense
ivanca.github.io 4 days ago
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What should terrify Republicans is RBOB futures price on wholesale gas
The text discusses Republican concerns centered around the RBOB futures price affecting wholesale gasoline prices, stressing the necessity of using JavaScript-enabled web applications to access and interact with pertinent data effectively. Additionally, it points to resources like Bluesky as valuable tools for obtaining more information, accessible through platforms such as bsky.social and atproto.com. This highlights the intersection of financial market monitoring and modern digital technologies in addressing economic issues.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, HTML, JavaScript, RBOB futures, Republicans, atprotocom, bskysocial, gas, interactive, interfaces, learn, terrify, web application, wholesale
bsky.app 4 days ago
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Godot maintainers say they're drowning in AI-generated PRs
The maintainers of open-source projects like the Godot game engine are grappling with an overwhelming influx of AI-generated pull requests, which often lack quality and authorship validation due to their absence of human insight. This "AI slop" burdens maintainers such as Rémi Verschelde, who struggle to discern between erroneous AI code and submissions from inexperienced but genuine contributors. Although Godot is welcoming toward new developers, the overwhelming volume of potentially problematic pull requests strains its limited resources for review and correction.
In response, the team contemplates implementing automated detection methods to manage this issue, though there are concerns about fostering an increased dependency on AI. Another consideration involves migrating to a different platform to reduce AI-generated contributions, but this risks losing valuable human engagement. GitHub has acknowledged these challenges by introducing some controls over pull requests; however, its association with Microsoft brings into question the motivation behind comprehensively addressing the issue.
Verschelde highlights that more significant financial support is essential for maintainers to effectively manage the surge of AI-generated code submissions and ensure the project's sustainability amidst this technological challenge.
Keywords: #phi4, AI slop, AI-generated PRs, Bluesky, GitHub, Godot, LLMs, Microsoft, Rémi Verschelde, W4 Games, automated detection, contributors, financial support, financial support Keywords: AI-generated PRs, funding, maintainers, open-source, operational challenges
www.pcgamer.com 4 days ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47065118 4 days ago
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Bluesky's Firehose in 3D
The text describes an event titled "Bluesky Firehose in 3D" that features a live presentation. This implies a focus on providing a unique visual experience by leveraging Bluesky-related content, likely through advanced technology or media, displayed in three-dimensional format during the session. The event suggests an innovative approach to engaging audiences with immersive media, emphasizing both interactivity and enhanced visualization within the realm of Bluesky technology.
Keywords: #phi4, 3D, Bluesky, Firehose, description, duplicates, extract, information, keywords, live, relevant, technical, text, topic
firehose3d.theo.io 4 days ago
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The next era of social media: built and run in Europe, ruled by our laws
The article explores the issue of Europe's reliance on US-dominated social media platforms and advocates for the development of locally governed alternatives. It highlights an emerging opportunity in new open social media ecosystems that prioritize user control and developer flexibility, citing AT Protocol as a successful example due to its interoperability features showcased by platforms like Bluesky. To leverage these opportunities, it suggests that Europe must invest in creating its own infrastructure to support such technologies, with initiatives like Eurosky playing a crucial role. This project aims to empower European entrepreneurs and users to develop competitive social media applications, reducing dependence on dominant Big Tech companies.
Keywords: #phi4, AT Protocol, Big Tech, Bluesky, Europe, European-hosted infrastructure, Eurosky, Social media, US-owned systems, alternative technology, applications, applications Keywords: Social media, entrepreneurs, interoperability, open protocols, regulation, user control
www.eurosky.tech 4 days ago
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/german-police- 4 days ago
https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/german-police-raid 4 days ago
https://www.eurosky.tech/faq 4 days ago
https://fightchatcontrol.eu/ 4 days ago
https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/08/28/eve 4 days ago
https://cra.orcwg.org/faq/stewards/ 4 days ago
https://netzpolitik.org/2026/grundrechte-wie-polizei-un 4 days ago
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/twitter-suspends-account 4 days ago
https://web.archive.org/web/20180524014547/https:& 4 days ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Election_silence 4 days ago
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Bluesky adds (broken) age verification
Bluesky's website necessitates JavaScript to ensure full functionality due to its interactive features but provides basic HTML interfaces as an alternative for users without JavaScript access. Despite this flexibility, the site has recently implemented a flawed age verification system that does not operate effectively. For further details about Bluesky, interested parties can visit the websites bsky.social and atproto.com, which serve as resources for comprehensive information regarding the platform's offerings and its home page description.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, HTML, JavaScript, age verification, atprotocom, broken, bskysocial, home page, interactive, interfaces, interfaces Bluesky, learn more, technical keywords, web application
bsky.app 5 days ago
https://imgur.com/a/nCodoF5 5 days ago
https://gist.github.com/mary-ext/6e27b24a83838202908808 5 days ago
https://help.imgur.com/hc/en-us/articles/4159 5 days ago
https://bsky.social/about/blog/04-21-2025-verifica 5 days ago
https://bsky.social/about/blog/09-10-2025-age-assu 5 days ago
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The Social Media Discoverability Problem
The article "Social Media Discoverability Problem" examines how algorithmic feeds have significantly influenced personal development and identity exploration, particularly during adolescence. It highlights the author's experience as a gay teenager in an isolated suburb, where social media algorithms provided access to communities and interests that were otherwise unavailable, aiding his identity formation and creativity. Despite recognizing potential harms like privacy concerns and negative societal impacts, the author underscores the value of such algorithms for individuals lacking diverse real-world experiences.
The piece contrasts these algorithm-driven platforms with alternatives like Mastodon or Bluesky, which demand active user curation and may not appeal to casual users due to their lack of exploratory features. The author proposes solutions such as increasing algorithmic transparency and allowing customizable feeds, though he acknowledges that broader societal changes are needed for these ideas to gain traction.
Looking ahead, the author expresses optimism about a future where social media becomes healthier, possibly driven by reduced operational costs or improved digital literacy education. Ultimately, the article advocates for balancing the benefits of discoverability with strategies to mitigate its potential harms, suggesting platforms should foster identity formation while protecting privacy and well-being.
Keywords: #phi4, Aesthetic Engagement, Algorithmic Feeds, Algorithmic Transparency, Bluesky, Content Curation, Data Privacy, Digital Communities, Discoverability, Federated Web, Identity Formation, Mastodon, Personal Discovery, Platform Alternatives, Profit Incentive, Queer Expression, Social Comparison, Social Media
samranda.com 5 days ago
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Social Media is in decline. I'm still betting on ActivityPub
The author addresses concerns about social media's decline, highlighting optimism towards ActivityPub and the Fediverse as promising alternatives to centralized platforms criticized for enabling surveillance. As regulation intensifies against major corporations' control of communication networks, a shift toward open, federated systems is deemed essential.
While interest in decentralized solutions like Communick has grown, users predominantly remain on large platforms due to inertia. For these federated systems to become viable alternatives, attracting small businesses and independent developers burdened by platform constraints is crucial. To advance this transition, the author developed a Django library that integrates existing applications with the Fediverse, utilizing standards such as RDF/Linked Data and Webfinger. This toolkit aims to simplify building social graphs without necessitating new network creation.
Seeking financial support or partnerships from companies interested in federated infrastructure—such as telcos, news organizations, and browser vendors—the author offers dedicated development time through a monthly commitment. The objective is to dedicate full-time efforts towards this project and build critical infrastructure poised for increased importance over the coming years.
Keywords: #phi4, AI Applications, ActivityPub, Bluesky, Communick, Federated Systems, Fediverse, Lemmy, Mastodon, RDF/Linked Data, Semantic Web, Social Media, Surveillance State, Webfinger
raphael.lullis.net 5 days ago
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Ars Technica Fires Reporter After AI Controversy Involving Fabricated Quotes
Ars Technica terminated reporter Benj Edwards following an incident involving fabricated quotes generated by an AI tool in an article he co-authored, which were mistakenly included instead of authentic ones. Originally published on February 13 to discuss an AI generating a misleading story about human engineer Scott Shambaugh, the piece was later retracted when it came to light that some content was not genuine. Editor-in-chief Ken Fisher described this as a significant breach in editorial standards and labeled it an isolated incident.
Edwards publicly acknowledged his responsibility for the error, citing illness at the time of writing, which led him to unintentionally incorporate AI-generated paraphrased material instead of verified quotes. He maintained that the article was composed by humans rather than being AI-written, though he implied that his colleague did not contribute to the mistake. While Ars Technica refrained from commenting on personnel decisions, they confirmed taking internal measures in response.
This event has intensified scrutiny over media practices concerning AI technology amid ongoing industry discussions about editorial ethics, copyright, and misinformation challenges brought by AI developments. In reaction, Ars Technica plans to issue guidelines outlining their position on using AI in journalism. This incident underscores the broader tensions within the media sector as journalists strive to integrate AI responsibly while upholding journalistic integrity.
Keywords: #phi4, AI, Ars Technica, Aurich Lawson, Benj Edwards, Bluesky, ChatGPT, Claude Code, Condé Nast, Futurism, Google’s AI Overviews, Ken Fisher, Kyle Orland, Scott Shambaugh, controversy, editorial ethics, fabricated quotes, human error, human error Keywords: Ars Technica, misinformation, reporter, retraction
futurism.com 6 days ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47009949 6 days ago
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https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46987559 6 days ago
https://www.404media.co/ars-technica-pulls-article-with-ai-f 6 days ago
https://theshamblog.com/an-ai-agent-published-a-hit-piece-on 6 days ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html 6 days ago
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cly51dzw86wo 5 days ago
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c 5 days ago
https://arstechnica.com/civis/threads/why-do-front 5 days ago
https://bsky.app/profile/virtuistic.bsky.social/po 5 days ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45546715 5 days ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Availability_heuristic 5 days ago
https://arstechnica.com/author/kyle-orland/ 5 days ago
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47223723 5 days ago
https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/search/result 5 days ago
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Crichton#Gell-Man 5 days ago
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https://youtube.com/watch?v=oj79mp2WEx0 5 days ago
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Show HN: Govbase – Follow a bill from source text to news bias to social posts
Govbase is a platform designed to track legislative activities such as bills, executive orders, and federal regulations from official sources like Congress.gov and the Federal Register. It simplifies these documents into plain-language summaries and assesses their impact on various demographic groups through an AI-driven pipeline. Additionally, Govbase links policies to news coverage rated for bias and political commentary across social media platforms including X, Bluesky, and Truth Social, thereby offering a comprehensive view of how legislation is perceived from its inception to public discourse. The platform is freely accessible via the web, iOS, and Android apps, encouraging user feedback on its data pipeline or any features that may be missing.
In another context discussed in the text, there is an emphasis on the urgency of reopening the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This call to action arises from recent international events and threats, with a particular appeal for House Democrats to prioritize national security. Steve Scalise underscores this need during a critical period, highlighting the importance of ensuring that the DHS is operational to safeguard the nation effectively.
Keywords: #phi4, AI, AI pipeline, Android, Bluesky, DHS shutdown, FBI threats, Govbase, Homeland Security, House Democrats Keywords: Govbase, House Democrats Selected Keywords: Govbase, Iran strikes, Truth Social, X, bills, data pipeline, demographics, executive orders, federal regulations, feedback, iOS, news bias, plain-language summaries, policy areas, social posts, web app
govbase.com 6 days ago
https://govbase.com/methodology 6 days ago
https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2025/ 6 days ago
https://translash.org/articles/drawn-to-history-10-tran 6 days ago
https://translash.org/zines/transcestors-trailblazers-3 6 days ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sophie_Wilson 6 days ago
https://govbase.com/policy/fr-2026-03380 6 days ago
https://www.media.mit.edu/publications/open-government- 6 days ago
https://govbase.com/policy/bill-119-hr-4758 6 days ago
https://www.wordstodata.com/ 6 days ago
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https://www.usenix.org/conference/usenixsecurity18/ 5 days ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_Conway 5 days ago
https://the-ledge.ai 5 days ago
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Escape from Social Media
In February 2026, the author reflects on a decision to significantly reduce their social media use due to the pervasive negativity and divisiveness they've observed over sixteen years on platforms like Facebook, Twitter (now referred to as X), and Bluesky. They highlight how these platforms are inundated with hate speech often incited by political figures, which has contributed to global societal division. The relentless exposure to such negative content negatively impacted their mental well-being, prompting a conscious effort to prioritize their mental health by limiting their engagement with social media. This decision underscores the broader implications of digital platforms on individual psychology and societal cohesion.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, Camps, Crusade, Democrats, Division, Escape, Facebook, Global, Hate, Hygiene, Madness, Mental State, Negative Emotions, Politicians, Reduction, Social Media, Tired, Trump, War, X (Twitter)
alf.bearblog.dev 6 days ago
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Show HN: News Pulse – Real-time global news feed, 475 sources, no algorithm
News Pulse is a real-time global news aggregation platform developed by a former investigative reporter turned developer, utilizing a range of 475 sources including Bluesky, RSS, Telegram, Reddit, YouTube, and Mastodon. It presents content in an algorithm-free chronological format with clear source labels, allowing users to view information without bias. The system detects increased activity or potential breaking news in specific regions through frequency analysis rather than using language models. Additionally, News Pulse provides AI-generated summaries for significant recent posts, offering a quick overview of important developments. Developed using modern technologies such as Next.js 15, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, and hosted on Vercel, the platform is freely accessible without any need for user registration. It focuses on identifying spikes in post volumes that surpass typical levels to flag possible news events objectively. Continuous development is supported by feedback from users, with the platform available at pulse-osint.vercel.app.
Keywords: #phi4, AI-generated summary, Bluesky, Mastodon, News Pulse, Nextjs 15, RSS, Reddit, Tailwind, Telegram, Twitter, TypeScript, Vercel, YouTube, activity detection, algorithm, breaking-news monitor, chronological feed, developer, global news feed, investigative reporter, real-time, source labels
news-alert-eta.vercel.app 8 days ago
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Signal launches version 8.0 with Signal Secure Backups
Signal has launched version 8.0 across Android, iOS, and desktop platforms, featuring end-to-end encrypted Secure Backups as its key innovation. Announced in September 2025, this feature enables automatic secure storage of messages and media for up to 45 days, simplifying data restoration when switching devices or reinstalling the app. Users have the option to pay $1.99 monthly for expanded storage capacity of up to 100 GB for older attachments. The rollout is set over several weeks, with further details in a dedicated article from Signal. As a non-profit committed to user privacy, Signal offers these enhancements without collecting data or displaying ads. Updates on this and other features can be followed via Bluesky or Mastodon platforms.
Keywords: #phi4, $199 per month, 100 GB, Android, Bluesky, Desktop, Mastodon, Secure Backups, Signal, ads, automatic backups, beta feature, damage, data privacy, device loss, end-to-end encrypted, free backup, iOS, media, media storage, new phone, non-profit organization, paid subscription, reinstall app, restore messages, text messages, theft, version 80
aboutsignal.com 9 days ago
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Crowd-Sourced Banking Applications Compatibility Data with GrapheneOS
The document provides a detailed overview of a community-driven compatibility list for international banking applications operating on GrapheneOS, an open-source Android OS prioritizing privacy and security. Users can report or update app functionality via GitHub or using Gist templates. Notably, it addresses the shift from Google's SafetyNet to Play Integrity API announced on December 1, 2023, which might impact app compatibility with GrapheneOS.
Banking applications have been tested for various countries including Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Hong Kong, New Zealand, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, UAE, UK, and the US. The document advises users to comment on existing issues rather than creating new ones for updates or searches by app name. For persistent compatibility problems post-workaround attempts, support contact is recommended.
GrapheneOS advocates sharing its developer documentation with developers of apps that are restricted to stock OS versions to expand support for its security and privacy features. Further information can be accessed via GitHub issue #342 and announcements on platforms like Mastodon, X, and Bluesky.
Keywords: #phi4, App Developers, Banking Apps, Bluesky, Compatibility, Crowd-Sourced, Gist, GitHub, GrapheneOS, Hardware Attestation API, International, Issue Tracker, Mastodon, National, Play Integrity API, Report Submission, SafetyNet, Security, Workaround Solutions
privsec.dev 9 days ago
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Trend Is Concerning
Block, led by Jack Dorsey, is significantly reducing its workforce by over 4,000 employees, which constitutes nearly half of its global staff. This decision is positioned as a strategic move influenced by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), rather than financial necessity, aiming to sustain company morale and trust by avoiding recurrent layoffs. The announcement mirrors similar actions taken by Elon Musk at Twitter, both leaders sharing an interest in AI efficiencies despite their evolving relationship characterized by mutual support and critique, particularly regarding Bitcoin advocacy.
The workforce reduction has positively impacted Block's stock price and aligns with a broader trend among major tech companies like Salesforce and Amazon, which are also implementing staffing cuts. These reductions often cite AI benefits as justification, although the financial motivations behind such decisions remain debated. Affected employees at Block will receive comprehensive severance packages, including extended salary, equity vesting, healthcare coverage, corporate devices, and additional financial support.
This strategic shift comes amidst a broader industry context where tech giants are reassessing staffing in light of AI's potential for efficiency gains. The TechCrunch Founder Summit provides an opportunity for founders to discuss growth strategies during these significant industry changes, with discussions slated to continue until March 13.
Keywords: #phi4, AI automation, Amazon, Bitcoin, Block, Bluesky, Cash App, Elon Musk, Forrester Research, Jack Dorsey, Salesforce, Square, TechCrunch, Tidal, Twitter, X, layoffs, severance, stock increase, workforce reduction
techcrunch.com 10 days ago
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SSH Snakes.run
The "SSH Snakes.run" is an interactive web application designed to operate optimally when JavaScript is enabled, though it retains basic functionality with simple HTML. The application invites users to engage interactively online, emphasizing the necessity of JavaScript for a full user experience. Additionally, for those interested in further expanding their digital exploration, resources related to Bluesky are accessible through websites such as bsky.social and atproto.com. These sites provide more detailed insights into Bluesky's offerings, facilitating a deeper understanding of its ecosystem beyond what is available on SSH Snakes.run itself.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, HTML, JavaScript, SSH, Snakesrun, application, atprotocom, bskysocial, heavily, interactive, interfaces, keywords, learn, technical, web application
bsky.app 10 days ago
https://eieio.games/blog/secure-massively-multiplayer-s 10 days ago
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In 2025, Meta paid an effective federal tax rate of 3.5%
In 2025, Meta disclosed that its effective federal tax rate was 3.5%, with the information embedded within a highly interactive web application that relies on JavaScript for complete functionality. This financial detail underscores the company's tax obligations in the specified year. Additionally, the context suggests avenues for users interested in exploring related topics such as Bluesky, directing them to resources like bsky.social and atproto.com for further exploration and information. These elements highlight both Meta's fiscal reporting and its integration into broader digital ecosystems.
Keywords: #phi4, 2025, Bluesky, HTML, HTML interfaces, JavaScript, Meta, atprotocom, atprotocom ``` Keywords: Meta, bskysocial, federal tax rate, interactive, interactive web application, interfaces, web application
bsky.app 10 days ago
https://investor.atmeta.com/investor-news/press-release 10 days ago
https://itep.org/meta-tax-breaks-trump-mark-zuckerberg/ 10 days ago
https://www.facebook.com/RBReich/videos/what-reall 10 days ago
https://characterprofile.fandom.com/wiki/Robbie_Rotten 10 days ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Income_(United_States_leg 10 days ago
https://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/122214&#x 10 days ago
https://mountainsweethoney.com/state-guide-for-beekeeper-tax 10 days ago
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Practical Decentralization
The AT protocol, or atproto, introduces a novel form of decentralization by integrating aspects of both federated hosts (like email and ActivityPub) and magical meshes (such as BitTorrent and Bitcoin). This hybrid approach seeks to reconcile ideological objectives with practical functionality in order to protect individual and community rights online. Decentralized systems typically focus on authority over data hosting, content moderation, and algorithms; atproto specifically addresses challenges inherent in both federated hosts—which can become centralized around popular instances—and magical meshes—often plagued by usability issues like coordination and governance.
Atproto enhances reliability and performance by employing servers to manage tasks commonly problematic in peer-to-peer systems, such as maintaining uptime and handling key management. This strategic balance between practicality and ideology is encapsulated in the concept of "Information Civics," which aims to uphold individual rights while developing functional software through mechanisms like user-addressed content for easy migration, modularity via shared data spaces, and decentralizing functionality across different providers.
In practice, atproto enables users on diverse platforms to retain control over their accounts independently of issues encountered by other hosts. This was exemplified in Bluesky's moderation mishap, where the separation of platforms prevented widespread user impact. Despite facing challenges like scaling app views and revenue generation, the development team is optimistic about overcoming these obstacles to establish a decentralization model that transcends traditional frameworks.
Ultimately, atproto represents an innovative attempt to achieve practical decentralization by trading some properties of magical meshes for enhanced performance while diverging from federated host norms to secure desired rights and functionalities.
Keywords: #phi4, AT protocol, ActivityPub, BitTorrent, Bitcoin, Bluesky, Decentralization, Ethereum, IPFS, Nostr, SSB, account migration, atproto, blockchains, data space, decentralization rights, federated hosts, federation, governance, ideological aims, modularity, operational challenges, p2p, performance needs, practicality, protocol design, protocols, scalability, shared resources, user-addressed content
www.pfrazee.com 11 days ago
https://blue.mackuba.eu/stats/ 10 days ago
https://arewedecentralizedyet.online/ 10 days ago
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Show HN: A zero-dependency Web Component for Bluesky blog comments
`bsky-comments` is a lightweight, universal web component designed to embed Bluesky discussion threads seamlessly on any website without dependencies, making it an efficient choice for developers due to its small size of approximately 3kB when gzipped. The component avoids heavy SDKs and Shadow DOM widgets, allowing easy styling with global CSS or Tailwind frameworks. It features zero dependencies by using native fetch for data requests instead of the official AT Protocol SDK and is framework agnostic, compatible with various technologies such as React, Vue, Svelte, Astro, and plain HTML.
The component offers dual input modes: supporting both public URLs and direct AT-URI, thus providing flexibility in how discussions are embedded. Its customizable styling through Light DOM simplifies integration with existing CSS frameworks, enhancing developer convenience. Installation options include using package managers like npm or directly including it via a CDN script tag for immediate use without any build steps.
For usage, `bsky-comments` supports both "Easy Mode" using public URLs from Bluesky and a more direct approach leveraging AT-URI for performance optimization in static sites. Customization capabilities extend to icons with attributes or CSS, allowing developers to personalize components like Like and Reply icons easily. The component's API includes various attributes such as `post`, `uri`, `sort`, `service`, `icon-like`, and `icon-reply`.
The semantic HTML structure within the Light DOM enables straightforward styling with CSS or Tailwind, facilitating integration across different frameworks. Examples of framework integration include direct imports in React/Next.js, directive binding in Vue/Nuxt, and script importation or CDN usage in Svelte/SvelteKit and Astro. Released under the MIT license, `bsky-comments` is ideal for developers seeking to incorporate Bluesky discussions into their websites with minimal overhead and high flexibility.
Keywords: #phi4, API, AT-URI, Astro, Bluesky, CDN, CSS, Comments, Customization, DOM, Fetch, Frameworks, HTML, Icons, Installation, Integration, License, MIT, React, Semantic, Styling, Svelte, Tailwind, Usage, Vue, Web Component, Zero-dependency
github.com 11 days ago
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Tomorrow's Social Networks
The article examines decentralized alternatives to traditional centralized social networks, focusing on two main models: fully decentralized systems and federated models. Federated Social Networks offer enhanced user control over identity and data, with ActivityPub and AT Protocol as prominent examples. ActivityPub allows for user-owned identities hosted on individual servers, with a chronological feed structure and decentralized moderation, though it lacks standardized processes for user discovery and authentication. Its implementation is most notably seen in Mastodon. In contrast, AT Protocol, exemplified by BlueSky, employs portable DiD identifiers for identity management and customizable data-driven feeds verified through Merkle Search Trees, while offloading moderation to third-party services. However, this protocol currently depends on centralized infrastructure, posing challenges for self-hosting.
Both protocols strive to empower users by increasing control over personal identities and content engagement while minimizing algorithmic manipulation of social experiences. Despite their potential, these systems face ongoing development issues related to security, account management, encryption, and moderation. The article posits that support for such decentralized networks could significantly transform the future landscape of social networking by prioritizing user empowerment over centralized control.
Keywords: #phi4, ATProtocol, ActivityPub, Algorithmic Influence, Algorithms, Authentication, BlueSky, Centralized, Content, Content Interaction, Curation, Data, Decentralized, Digital EcosystemDecentralized, Discovery, Economics, Federated, Identity, Identity Management, Infrastructure, Lexicon, Load, Mastodon, Merkle Search Tree, Moderation, Open-ended, Protocols, Realtime Firehose, Self-hosting, Servers, Social Networks, Universal Protocols, User Control
tanikella.ghost.io 12 days ago
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Building your own blogging tools is a fun journey
The author invites readers who appreciate their content on developing blogging tools to show support by purchasing a coffee. They also encourage engagement through comments, questions, and feedback, offering multiple channels for communication including Bluesky, Mastodon, Secure Scuttlebutt, or WebMentions. This open invitation underscores the value placed on community interaction and reader input in enhancing the author's work.
Keywords: #phi4, Blogging, Bluesky, Mastodon, Secure Scuttlebutt, WebMentions, coffee, comments, feedback, journey, ko-fi, questions, reading, support, tools
andregarzia.com 12 days ago
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Sprites on the Web
The article explores the efficient use of sprites to animate web elements, inspired by Twitter's 2015 transition from "favouriting" tweets with stars to "liking" them with hearts. To address performance challenges on low-end devices, Twitter implemented a sprite-based animation technique used in video games, where an image containing all frames is sequentially displayed using CSS keyframes and object-position properties. The article details the basic implementation strategy for sprites in CSS, emphasizing how tools like object-fit and steps timing functions enhance visibility and animation flow, offering advantages over animated GIFs such as improved performance, reduced file sizes, and greater control over animation parameters.
Although modern devices can manage more complex animations with ease, the article suggests that sprite-based techniques are particularly effective for static or repetitive animations where procedural generation is not required. It presents examples from courses on whimsical web animations and generative art projects to showcase creative applications of sprites but advises against their use in dynamic, interactive elements like Twitter's "Like" button. Ultimately, while sprite-based animations are not universally applicable, they provide significant benefits for specific scenarios where performance or detailed control over animation is crucial.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, CSS, GIFs, Mega Man, Sonic, Sprites, Twitter, Whimsical Animations, animation, course, keyframes, object-fit, particles, performance, procedural generation, spritesheet, steps function, video games, web app
www.joshwcomeau.com 12 days ago
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Show HN: Falcon – Chat-first communities built on Bluesky AT Protocol
The developer is constructing a chat-centric community application named Falcon, utilizing Bluesky’s AT Protocol for managing user identities. The current architecture comprises an Electron client interfacing with a monolithic Spring Boot backend through REST APIs to facilitate server and channel interactions. Future plans include the integration of WebSocket-based messaging to enable real-time communication capabilities.
As the sole developer on this project, they are exploring how to balance simplicity in the initial development stages with considerations for future scalability. This involves strategic decisions regarding when to introduce separate components such as a WebSocket gateway or publish/subscribe mechanisms like Redis, versus keeping all functionalities within the single Spring Boot application until challenges necessitate changes.
The developer is actively seeking insights from others who have tackled similar real-time chat system issues during early development phases. They are particularly interested in understanding diverse approaches taken to manage these challenges effectively. Additional details about Project Falcon can be accessed through its GitHub repository.
Keywords: #phi4, AT Protocol, Bluesky, Chat-first, Electron, Electron client, Falcon, REST, Redis, Spring Boot, WebSocket, WebSocket gateway, WebSocket-based messaging, backend, communities, gateway, monolith, pub/sub, real-time chat, real-time chat systems Keywords: Chat-first, scalability
news.ycombinator.com 13 days ago
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Sprites on the Web
In 2015, Twitter's development team faced challenges animating the transition from using stars to hearts for favoriting tweets on low-end mobile devices, where traditional DOM node animations were inefficient. To address this, they employed a spritesheet technique, utilizing a single image composed of multiple animation frames displayed sequentially through CSS keyframes and properties such as `object-fit` and `object-position`. This method allowed precise control over animation speed and timing, surpassing the capabilities of animated GIFs by offering improved performance and smaller file sizes. The article also discusses using the CSS `steps()` function to create discrete frame transitions, illustrating scenarios where sprites are preferable due to their ability to achieve dynamic effects without procedural generation.
While this sprite-based approach was advantageous for performance reasons in 2015, advancements in modern devices and browsers have reduced its necessity today. However, sprites still hold value for specific use cases like games or maintaining consistent animation effects. The article concludes by highlighting the author's upcoming course on whimsical animations, which will explore advanced techniques to create engaging web interactions similar to those used in Twitter’s "Like" button example.
Keywords: #phi4, Bluesky, CAPCOM®, CSS, GIFs, Mega Man, NINTENDO®, Reduce motion, SEGA®, Sonic, Sprites, Twitter, animated GIF, animation, generative art, keyframes, motion-heavy animations, object-fit, performance, spritesheet, steps function, video games, web app
www.joshwcomeau.com 13 days ago
https://github.com/twolfson/grunt-spritesmith 13 days ago
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