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2026/01/19

  1. American importers and consumers bear the cost of 2025 tariffs: analysis from kielinstitut.de
    749 by 47282847 1d ago | | |

    Article: 3 min

    The article discusses the impact of 2025 US tariffs on American importers and consumers, revealing that they bear nearly the entire cost while foreign exporters absorb only about 4% of the tariff burden. The study uses shipment-level data to find near-complete pass-through of tariffs to US import prices, resulting in a significant increase in customs revenue for the US.

    The tariffs may lead to higher prices for consumers, potentially affecting purchasing power and inflation rates in the US economy.
    • US customs revenue surged by approximately $200 billion in 2025.
    • Event studies confirm export prices did not decline, trade volumes collapsed instead.
    Quality:
    The report provides detailed analysis and data-driven insights, maintaining a neutral tone.

    Discussion (751): 3 hr 41 min

    The discussion revolves around the impact of tariffs on trade volumes and prices, with various opinions on their intended outcomes and motivations behind their implementation. There is a recurring theme regarding Trump's economic policies and intentions, as well as his relationship with Putin. The community dynamics show moderate agreement and high debate intensity, indicating a contentious conversation. The controversy level suggests that certain topics are highly debated, particularly the role of personality disorders in political decision-making and the use of spycraft tactics by politicians.

    • Event studies around discrete tariff shocks on Brazil (50%) and India (25–50%) confirm: export prices did not decline. Trade volumes collapsed instead.
    • What if that was the intended result?
    • Bob Woodward's book Fear: Trump in the White House made it pretty clear that Trump (in his first term) either did not understand how trade works between countries or did not care.
    • It seems likely the person in charge had this idea
    • so as stupid an idea as the tariffs then
    • Then it was a big win for Putin and his agent in the White House.
    Counterarguments:
    • I found Vlad Vexler’s take interesting. Trump has a narcissistic personality disorder. Not a narcissistic trait that many elites have, but an actual disorder.
    • It is spycraft 101 that you give your assets some simple stuff they can do against you, to make them seem trustworthy.
    Economics International Trade, Economic Policy
  2. A decentralized peer-to-peer messaging application that operates over Bluetooth from bitchat.free
    604 by no_creativity_ 1d ago | | |

    Article: 3 min

    bitchat is a decentralized peer-to-peer messaging app that uses Bluetooth mesh networks for communication, offering censorship resistance and surveillance resistance.

    Promotes privacy and security, especially in contexts where centralized messaging apps may be monitored or censored.
    • No internet or servers required.
    • Ad-hoc communication networks created using devices in physical proximity.
    • Each device acts as both client and server, automatically discovering peers and relaying messages across multiple hops.
    Quality:
    The article provides clear information about the app's features and benefits without overly promoting or criticizing it.

    Discussion (327): 1 hr 16 min

    The discussion revolves around the capabilities and limitations of Bitchat, a decentralized Bluetooth-based messaging application. Users highlight its utility in scenarios where mobile internet is unavailable, such as during protests or natural disasters. However, concerns are raised about Jack Dorsey's involvement with the app, questioning its reliability and security. Technical analysis points out Bluetooth's range limitations and interference issues. The debate also touches on the need for alternative communication methods that can operate independently of centralized platforms.

    • Bitchat is a useful tool for communication in specific scenarios
    • Bluetooth technology has limitations for long-distance communication
    Counterarguments:
    • Centralized messaging apps offer better functionality and reliability
    • Decentralized communication tools are not a viable solution in all scenarios
    • Bluetooth technology can be improved with advancements like coded PHY
    Software Development Mobile Development, Networking
  3. Level S4 solar radiation event from swpc.noaa.gov
    547 by WorldPeas 21h ago | | |

    Discussion (179): 23 min

    The comment thread discusses various aspects of solar events, including their effects on technology and natural phenomena such as auroras. Users share personal experiences, compare different websites for space weather alerts, and discuss the potential impacts of solar storms on critical infrastructure like power grids and communication systems.

    • Government websites should prioritize accessibility for all users.
    • Solar events can have significant effects on various technologies.
    Counterarguments:
    • The website is functioning as intended and providing necessary alerts.
    • Solar events are common phenomena that have been studied extensively.
  4. Apple testing new App Store design that blurs the line between ads and results from 9to5mac.com
    541 by ksec 1d ago | | |

    Article: 3 min

    Apple is testing a new App Store design that removes the blue background from sponsored results, making it harder for users to distinguish between ads and organic search results. This change might be related to Apple's announcement of including more than one sponsored result per search query in the future.

    • Blue background removed from sponsored results
    • Potential for increased click-through rates
    • Integration of ads in search results
    Quality:
    The article provides factual information without expressing strong opinions.

    Discussion (446): 1 hr 34 min

    The comment thread discusses the perceived degradation and monetization practices within Apple's ecosystem, particularly focusing on changes in the App Store that blur the lines between ads and organic results. Users express concerns about privacy erosion, deceptive advertising, and a shift towards profit-driven strategies at the expense of user experience. There is a call for regulation to address these issues and maintain trust in digital platforms.

    • Capitalism demands constant growth, leading to unethical practices in business operations.
    • Apple has prioritized profit over user trust and satisfaction with its App Store changes.
    Counterarguments:
    • Apple's ecosystem provides unique benefits, such as security and privacy, which justify certain practices.
    • Regulation may not be effective in addressing all issues due to the complexity of digital markets.
    Technology Software Development, Mobile Development
  5. Radboud University selects Fairphone as standard smartphone for employees from ru.nl
    524 by ardentsword 1d ago | | |

    Article: 3 min

    Radboud University has chosen Fairphone as its standard smartphone for employees due to its sustainable features like easily replaceable parts, fair and recycled materials, and good working conditions in factories.

    Promotes corporate sustainability and ethical practices, encouraging other organizations to adopt similar policies.
    • Fairphone is a sustainable smartphone with replaceable parts and materials.
    • Employees receive new or reissued used Samsung devices if not eligible for Fairphones.
    • iPhone users can continue using their devices as long as they function, but won't be reissued.
    • RU SIM cards are available for employees who prefer to use personal phones.
    • Fairphone's warranty and software support align with Radboud University's circularity strategy.

    Discussion (244): 1 hr 9 min

    The discussion revolves around Fairphone's repairability, sustainability efforts, and its suitability in university contexts. Opinions vary on aspects like software updates, hardware durability, and the availability of spare parts. The community generally agrees on Fairphone's positive attributes but raises concerns about specific areas such as security practices and software support.

    • Fairphone's repairability is a great feature
    • Universities may prefer to fix phones themselves for cost efficiency
    Business Corporate Sustainability, Technology Adoption
  6. Amazon is ending all inventory commingling as of March 31, 2026 from twitter.com
    503 by MrBuddyCasino 1d ago | | |

    Discussion (253): 1 hr 12 min

    The comment thread discusses Amazon's decision to stop commingling inventory, which has been linked to an increase in counterfeit products on the platform. Many users express relief at this change, believing it will improve product authenticity and consumer trust. However, concerns are raised about potential price increases and changes in shipping logistics. The discussion also touches on the role of third-party sellers and Amazon's business practices.

    • The change may lead to higher prices for consumers
    Counterarguments:
    • The change might result in less efficient shipping logistics
    • Prices could rise as a result of the new policy
  7. Letter from a Birmingham Jail (1963) from africa.upenn.edu
    466 by hn_acker 22h ago | | |

    Article: 1 hr 9 min

    Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'Letter from a Birmingham Jail' is a powerful statement of his views on civil disobedience, racial injustice, and the urgency for social change. King argues that nonviolent direct action is necessary to confront systemic racism and segregation in America.

    • King's defense of nonviolent direct action as a means to combat racial injustice.
    • Critique of the 'white moderate' for their passive stance on civil rights issues.
    • Comparison between segregation laws and unjust laws in moral terms.
    Quality:
    A seminal work in the Civil Rights Movement, providing historical context and philosophical justification for nonviolent protest.

    Discussion (164): 1 hr 13 min

    The comment thread discusses various perspectives on the application of law, plea bargaining practices, and civil disobedience. Opinions range from arguing that the legal system is just more often than not to suggesting that plea bargains are inherently coercive and can lead to false confessions. The community shows a moderate level of agreement but high debate intensity regarding these topics.

    • The law is applied justly more often than unjustly.
    Counterarguments:
    • The legal system is losing credibility quickly, especially at the national level.
    • People have too much to lose nowadays and are thus more likely to plead guilty.
    Civil Rights African American History, Nonviolence, Social Justice
  8. What came first: the CNAME or the A record? from blog.cloudflare.com
    420 by linolevan 1d ago | | |

    Article: 25 min

    An accidental update to 1.1.1.1's DNS codebase caused a wave of DNS resolution failures due to the change in order of CNAME records, affecting specific DNS clients like glibc and Cisco ethernet switches.

    • A routine update to 1.1.1.1 aimed at reducing memory usage triggered a wave of DNS resolution failures.
    • The root cause was a subtle shift in the order of records within DNS responses.
    • Some implementations expect CNAME records to appear before everything else, causing issues when that order changed.
    • RFC 1034 does not clearly specify record ordering for message sections.
    • RFC 4035 provides explicit guidance on record inclusion but not ordering.
    • Cloudflare has written a proposal in the form of an Internet-Draft to be discussed at the IETF to clarify CNAME handling in DNS responses.
    Quality:
    The article provides a detailed explanation of the incident, its causes, and potential solutions.

    Discussion (147): 41 min

    The discussion revolves around Cloudflare's change in how CNAME records were ordered, which caused issues for various implementations and systems, including Cisco switches and glibc. The ambiguity in the RFCs regarding CNAME ordering is highlighted as a contributing factor. Criticism focuses on Cloudflare's lack of comprehensive testing and their response to the incident, with suggestions for improving software development practices. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of DNS standards and the role of RFCs.

    • Cloudflare should have had more comprehensive testing for their change
    Counterarguments:
    • The issue is a result of the age and complexity of DNS standards.
    • RFCs are inherently ambiguous, leading to differing interpretations among implementers.
    • Cloudflare's implementation was compliant with the RFCs at the time of change.
    Internet DNS (domain name system), Consumer Services
  9. GLM-4.7-Flash from huggingface.co
    364 by scrlk 1d ago | | |

    Article: 10 min

    GLM-4.7-Flash is a lightweight 30B-A3B MoE model that offers high performance and efficiency for deployment, with detailed instructions on how to use it locally through vLLM or SGLang frameworks.

    The model's lightweight deployment capabilities could enhance accessibility and efficiency in AI applications, potentially leading to more widespread adoption of advanced AI technologies.
    • GLM-4.7-Flash is a 30B-A3B MoE model, the strongest in its class.
    • Provides evaluation parameters for various tasks.
    • Supports local deployment with vLLM or SGLang frameworks.

    Discussion (127): 26 min

    The comment thread discusses various aspects of a newly released cloud model, including its availability, cost-effectiveness compared to other models, ease of local deployment, and performance benchmarks against competitors. There is a notable debate on the quality degradation when using Novita's quantized versions and concerns about Openrouter's default selection of lowest price options.

    • Model developers coordinate with inference platforms for release timing
    • GLM itself is inexpensive compared to Haiku
    Counterarguments:
    • Novita's quality degradation when serving quantized versions
    • Openrouter's default selection of lowest price may lead to perceived model quality issues
    AI Machine Learning
  10. Nearly a third of social media research has undisclosed ties to industry from science.org
    312 by bikenaga 23h ago | | |

    Article:

    The article discusses that nearly one-third of social media research studies have undisclosed industry connections, and offers advice on how to avoid such issues in future research.

    Quality:
    The article provides factual information and advice without expressing personal opinions.

    Discussion (124): 44 min

    The comment thread discusses the extent of industry influence in high-profile social media research, highlighting a lack of transparency and disclosure. The community agrees on the need for stronger policies and norms but debates the role of industry funding in research.

    • Social media research is influenced by industry
    • There's a lack of transparency in disclosing industry ties
    Counterarguments:
    • Industry funding is necessary for large-scale research projects.
    Research Academic Integrity, Social Media Studies
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