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A podcast that recaps some of the top posts on Hacker News every day. This is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by Wondercraft.ai. Create your own news rundown podcast at app.wondercraft.ai
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Sep 7, 2024 • 13min
September 5th, 2024 | UE5 Nanite in WebGPU
This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on September 5th, 2024.This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai(00:38): UE5 Nanite in WebGPUOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41458987&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:56): AlphaProteo generates novel proteins for biology and health researchOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41457331&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:09): Porting systemd to musl Libc-powered LinuxOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41454779&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:22): Clojure 1.12.0 is now availableOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41460037&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:28): Building a WoW (World of Warcraft) Server in ElixirOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41454741&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:46): Common food dye found to make skin and muscle temporarily transparentOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41459865&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:53): The Early Days of Valve from a Woman InsideOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41460276&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:59): Desed: Demystify and debug your sed scriptsOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41453557&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:11): Deploying Rust in Existing Firmware CodebasesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41458508&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:26): serverless-registry: A Docker registry backed by Workers and R2Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41458240&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

Sep 7, 2024 • 13min
September 6th, 2024 | 2M users but no money in the bank
This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on September 6th, 2024.This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai(00:39): Did Sandia use a thermonuclear secondary in a product logo?Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41463809&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:54): 2M users but no money in the bankOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41463734&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(02:58): Swift is a more convenient RustOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41464371&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:06): Nginx has moved to GitHubOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41466963&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:13): Effects of Gen AI on High Skilled Work: Experiments with Software DevelopersOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41465081&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:23): Study: Playing D&D helps autistic players in social interactionsOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41464347&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:41): Hardware Acceleration of LLMs: A comprehensive survey and comparisonOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41470074&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:55): Godot founders had desperately hoped Unity wouldn't 'blow up'Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41468667&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:06): Inertia.js – Build React, Vue, or Svelte apps with server-side routingOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41465900&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:11): Parkinson's may begin in the gut, study says, adding to growing evidenceOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41466724&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

Sep 3, 2024 • 13min
September 2nd, 2024 | The Art of Finishing
Delve into the brain's processing during sleep and its role in creativity. Discover overlooked code metrics that enhance software development. Explore the evolution of telecom infrastructure, including Estonia's digital advancements. Discuss the challenges of rural telephony and the impact of moving away from traditional headphone jacks. Unpack the controversy surrounding Microsoft's controversial recall feature and what it means for user privacy and tech preferences.

Sep 2, 2024 • 13min
September 1st, 2024 | Founder Mode
Delve into the concept of 'founder mode' as a unique management style in tech. Discover innovative Raspberry Pi optimizations and the horrific famine in Sudan, reflecting on global indifference. Explore C++ memory practices and the dangers of heavier vehicles on American roads. The podcast also discusses the complex world of clipboard functionality and sheds light on troubling mental health treatment practices. Finally, enhance your understanding of touch technology improvements and Einstein's lesser-known theories of everything.

Sep 1, 2024 • 12min
August 31st, 2024 | Nearly half of Nvidia's revenue comes from four mystery whales each buying $3B+
Discover how Brazil's X ban is driving a surge of users to Bluesky, raising crucial free speech questions. Dive into Nvidia's troubling reliance on four major clients, each contributing $3B. Explore the privacy impacts of surveillance in vehicles and the need for better Linux kernel documentation through Rust. Uncover the complexities around software maintenance and a unique recycling controversy in Houston. Lastly, engage in a witty discussion on environmental choices and nostalgic takes on the Y2K preparedness hype.

Sep 1, 2024 • 13min
August 28th, 2024 | Air Con: $1697 for an on/off switch
Dive into the world of innovative tech solutions, like transforming an old tablet into an air conditioner controller. Uncover cybersecurity vulnerabilities at airports and weigh the pros and cons of mini PCs versus Raspberry Pi. Explore voting system issues and governance challenges in the Python community, emphasizing censorship debates. Plus, learn about new legal rulings impacting Big Tech liability and the specs of the Raspberry Pi 5, addressing performance and environmental concerns. Get ready for a tech-filled ride!

Aug 28, 2024 • 13min
August 26th, 2024 | NSA releases 1982 Grace Hopper lecture
The NSA has released Grace Hopper's 1982 lecture, reminding us of her lasting impact on tech. Discover how AI is transforming health insurance by automating appeals against denials. A fascinating journey into fixing a bug in Google Chrome highlights personal growth for first-time contributors. Also, explore serious vulnerabilities in Intel’s security systems and the DOJ's antitrust suits against RealPage. Finally, learn about Coolify, a project making software deployment a breeze and the future of desktop environments in Linux.

Aug 28, 2024 • 13min
August 27th, 2024 | Microsoft donates the Mono Project to the Wine team
Dive into the intriguing world of tech as Microsoft donates the Mono Project to the Wine team, spotlighting its impact on open-source development. Discover Mark Zuckerberg’s candid reflections on the influence of government pressures on social media. Explore the nostalgia for older platforms alongside a minimalist web design movement that embraces monospace fonts. Finally, unravel the complexities of the immune system and cultures shaping safety practices around lightning strikes.

Aug 26, 2024 • 13min
August 25th, 2024 | Arrest of Pavel Durov, Telegram CEO, charges of terrorism, fraud, child porn
Pavel Durov, the CEO of Telegram, opens up about his recent arrest and the serious charges he faces, including terrorism and child exploitation. He discusses the controversies surrounding Telegram's encryption and content moderation policies. The conversation shifts to how air purifiers in daycare centers can significantly improve children's health and the challenges of navigating regulatory waters in tech. Durov also touches on the origins of sharding from gaming and shares insights on programming ethics and user privacy, revealing a big picture of the tech landscape.

Aug 23, 2024 • 13min
August 22nd, 2024 | What is an SBAT and why does everyone suddenly care
This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on August 22nd, 2024.This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai(00:37): What is an SBAT and why does everyone suddenly careOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41318222&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:44): Continuous reinvention: A brief history of block storage at AWSOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41321063&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:06): Python's PreprocessorOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41322758&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:19): Aerc: A well-crafted TUI for emailOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41321981&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(05:23): No "Hello", No "Quick Call", and No Meetings Without an AgendaOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41318408&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:33): Hardware VirtualizationOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41318033&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:41): Async2 – The .NET Runtime Async experiment concludesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41319224&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(08:53): Ethernet History Deepdive – Why Do We Have Different Frame Types?Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41318013&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:12): SwiftUI for Mac 2024Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41318000&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(11:20): Beastie Boys dismantled their gold record plaqueOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=41319955&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai