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2026/02/16

  1. I want to wash my car. The car wash is 50 meters away. Should I walk or drive? from mastodon.world
    1453 by novemp 1d ago | | |

    Article:

    The article discusses whether someone should walk or drive 50 meters to wash their car and offers tips on preventing such dilemmas in the future.

    • Comparison of walking and driving for a 50-meter car wash
    • Tips to prevent future dilemmas
    Quality:
    The article presents a straightforward question and offers practical advice without bias.

    Discussion (921): 3 hr 55 min

    The discussion revolves around the limitations of Large Language Models (LLMs) in understanding context, reasoning about common sense scenarios, and their performance on trick questions. Users are encouraged to improve their prompting skills for better interactions with AI tools, while acknowledging that current models have significant limitations in understanding the world.

    • LLMs are not capable of true reasoning and understanding the world
    Counterarguments:
    • LLMs can be improved through better training data and architecture advancements
    • Users should not expect human-like intelligence from AI tools
    Transportation Automotive, Decision Making
  2. 14-year-old Miles Wu folded origami pattern that holds 10k times its own weight from smithsonianmag.com
    873 by bookofjoe 1d ago | | |

    Article: 15 min

    14-year-old Miles Wu won $25,000 at the Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge for his origami invention that can hold up to 10,000 times its own weight. The innovation could be used as emergency shelters in natural disasters.

    The origami innovation could provide a cost-efficient, easy-to-deploy solution for emergency shelters in natural disasters.
    • Wu's origami pattern, based on the Miura-ori fold, can hold up to 10,000 times its own weight.
    • The invention could be used as deployable shelters in natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires.
    • Wu tested his design by placing it between guardrails and adding weights until it broke.

    Discussion (185): 41 min

    The discussion revolves around an origami project by a 14-year-old that demonstrated the strength of the Miura-ori fold. Participants express admiration for the individual's dedication and creativity, while also discussing the potential practical applications of the research. There is some debate about the significance of age in relation to achievements and the role of mentorship versus individual effort.

    • The story highlights the potential of young minds and their achievements.
    Counterarguments:
    • The headline exaggerates the significance of the achievement.
    Innovations Science & Technology, Education
  3. What your Bluetooth devices reveal from blog.dmcc.io
    507 by ssgodderidge 1d ago | | |

    Article: 11 min

    An article discussing the privacy implications of having Bluetooth enabled on various devices, highlighting a project called Bluehood that scans for nearby devices to analyze their presence patterns.

    It raises awareness about the unintended information leakage through Bluetooth devices.
    • Normalisation of Bluetooth usage
    • Vulnerabilities in Bluetooth devices
    • Use of Bluehood for passive scanning
    Quality:
    The article provides a balanced view of the topic, discussing both privacy concerns and technical details without taking an overly sensationalist approach.

    Discussion (184): 44 min

    The comment thread discusses various concerns related to Bluetooth and Wi-Fi tracking in public spaces, medical devices with IoT or BT capabilities, default settings on devices, and the implications of enabling these technologies. The community shows a moderate level of agreement but exhibits varying degrees of debate intensity. Key recurring themes include privacy concerns, technological advancements' ethical implications, security considerations for medical devices, and the role of default settings in protecting user data.

    • Default settings on devices are not always secure
    Counterarguments:
    • Cost-cutting measures in medical device design may compromise privacy
    • Awareness campaigns could help educate people on the implications of enabling Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
    • Privacy trade-offs are necessary to balance convenience with security
    Privacy Internet Security, Technology & Society
  4. Ministry of Justice orders deletion of the UK's largest court reporting database from legalcheek.com
    507 by harel 1d ago | | |

    Article: 6 min

    The Ministry of Justice has ordered the deletion of the UK's largest court reporting database, Courtsdesk, which was used by over 1,500 reporters from 39 media outlets to track criminal court cases. The move has raised concerns about the potential for important cases going unreported and triggered warnings that open justice could be compromised.

    , as it could affect the transparency and accountability of the justice system.
    • The database will be deleted due to 'unauthorised sharing' of court information.
    • HMCTS claims that journalists’ access to court information has not been affected.
    Quality:
    The article presents factual information without expressing personal opinions.

    Discussion (343): 1 hr 16 min

    The discussion revolves around a controversy involving the deletion of a court reporting database by the UK government due to privacy breaches. Key points include concerns over public access, commercial exploitation of personal data, implementing statute of limitations for criminal records, and restrictions on AI companies' access to sensitive information.

    • Public records should be accessible but with limitations on use
    • Prevent commercial exploitation of public data
    • AI companies should not have unrestricted access to sensitive personal information
    Counterarguments:
    • Arguments for transparency in government operations
    • Concerns about the impact on journalism and the dissemination of information
    • Critiques of overly restrictive measures that may hinder legitimate research or public interest reporting
    • Counterpoints regarding the necessity of AI in processing large volumes of data efficiently
    Legal Government & Law, Media
  5. Show HN: Jemini – Gemini for the Epstein Files from jmail.world
    448 by dvrp 1d ago | | |

    Discussion (87): 15 min

    The comment thread discusses a project called Jmail, which archives Jeffrey Epstein's emails and documents. The creators are praised for their work, but there is concern about the authenticity of some emails in the dataset. There are also discussions on AI usage related to the project and its ethical implications.

    • Concerns about fake or sponsored emails in the dataset.
    Counterarguments:
    • Criticism of AI usage, particularly around Epstein-related content.
  6. Qwen3.5: Towards Native Multimodal Agents from qwen.ai
    425 by danielhanchen 1d ago | | |

    Article:

    The article discusses preventive measures against malware infections in personal and shared networks.

    Enhances personal and network security, reducing the risk of data breaches and cyber attacks.
    • Run an anti-virus scan on personal devices
    • Ask network administrators to scan shared networks for misconfigured or infected devices

    Discussion (200): 36 min

    The comment thread discusses various aspects of AI models, including Qwen3.5 and its quantized versions, performance benchmarks, hardware considerations for running AI models, and the creation and evaluation of RL environments. There is a focus on technical details such as quantization techniques, memory management strategies, and the use of benchmarks like SVG generation to detect hallucinations in AI models. The community shows moderate agreement with some debate intensity around topics like the effectiveness of smaller quantizations and RAM usage for inactive experts.

    • Qwen3.5 GGUFs are available for download
    • 2/3-bit quantizations may not be as effective as higher bit quantizations
    • Mixture of Experts (MoE) models perform better than expected due to their active component nature
    • RAM usage for inactive experts can be managed through disk storage and mmap
    • Token/second performance varies based on system configuration
    Security Cybersecurity, Networking
  7. Rise of the Triforce from dolphin-emu.org
    397 by max-m 21h ago | | |

    Article: 2 hr 13 min

    The Rise of the Triforce explores the history and impact of the collaboration between Sega and Namco to develop arcade games using Nintendo's GameCube hardware. The article delves into various titles such as Mario Kart Arcade GP series, Star Fox, Gekitou Pro Yakyuu, Virtua Striker 3 ver.2002, and others, discussing their gameplay mechanics, features, and the unique challenges they presented to developers. It also highlights the innovative use of cards for saving progress in games like The Key of Avalon and F-Zero AX, as well as the difficulties faced by emulation efforts due to the bespoke hardware used in Triforce cabinets.

    Social implications are limited
    • Games like Mario Kart Arcade GP, Star Fox, and F-Zero AX were developed using this unique setup
    • Card-based saving systems added an extra layer of interactivity to gameplay
    Quality:
    The article provides detailed information on the Triforce hardware and games, with a focus on technical aspects and historical context.

    Discussion (61): 9 min

    The comment thread discusses the appreciation for the Dolphin team's work, the unique experience provided by moving arcade machines, and the decline of modern arcades. It also touches on nostalgia for classic games, innovation in gaming hardware, and the potential of AI-powered games in the arcade format.

    • Dolphin team's work is highly appreciated
    • Moving arcade machines provide a unique experience
    Games Arcade Games, GameCube Emulation, Sega/Namco Collaboration
  8. Anthropic tries to hide Claude's AI actions. Devs hate it from theregister.com
    385 by beardyw 1d ago | | |

    Article: 10 min

    Anthropic has updated Claude Code, its AI coding tool, to hide file names in progress output. Developers have pushed back against this change due to the loss of visibility into which files are accessed, impacting security, context understanding, and financial efficiency.

    • Claude Code version 2.1.20 hides file names in progress output.
    • Developers need to see file names for security, context understanding, and financial efficiency reasons.
    • Anthropic's creator Boris Cherny suggests the change simplifies UI but developers find it lacking valuable information.
    Quality:
    The article presents both sides of the argument with equal weight, providing a balanced view.

    Discussion (239): 51 min

    The comment thread discusses various opinions and experiences with an AI tool (Claude) that generates code or performs tasks based on user prompts. Users express concerns about the tool's inconsistent output quality, requiring significant oversight and review to ensure correctness. There is a debate around the tool's suitability for different types of codebases, with some users finding it effective when used correctly but others reporting issues with maintainability and performance. The discussion also touches on strategies for integrating the AI into workflows and managing user expectations regarding its capabilities.

    • The tool may not be suitable for all codebases, especially older or complex ones.
    • Effective use of the tool involves proper direction and domain knowledge.
    Counterarguments:
    • The tool can be effective when used correctly and with appropriate guidance.
    • Users who are familiar with the technology and its limitations find it useful.
    Software Development AI/Anthropic/Claude Code
  9. Thanks a lot, AI: Hard drives are sold out for the year, says WD from mashable.com
    366 by dClauzel 1d ago | | |

    Article: 7 min

    Western Digital has sold out of hard drive storage capacity for 2026, due to high demand from AI companies and enterprise customers, leading to potential price hikes for consumers.

    • Demand from AI companies and enterprise customers is high.
    • Consumer market accounts for only 5% of Western Digital's revenue.
    Quality:
    The article provides factual information without expressing personal opinions.

    Discussion (303): 1 hr 13 min

    The comment thread discusses the impact of AI demand on hardware components, with concerns about sustainability and potential overproduction. There is debate around whether current AI investments are justified given market saturation risks, and speculation about future market corrections after the AI bubble potentially bursts.

    • AI demand is causing shortages in hardware components
    • There's uncertainty about whether this demand will be sustainable
    Counterarguments:
    • AI demand may not sustain at current levels due to market saturation or economic downturns.
    Technology Hardware
  10. UK Discord users were part of a Peter Thiel-linked data collection experiment from rockpapershotgun.com
    364 by righthand 1d ago | | |

    Article: 5 min

    The article discusses a collaboration between Discord and Persona, an identity detection firm backed by Peter Thiel, for Discord's new global age verification system. The partnership involves storing user information on Persona's servers for up to seven days in the UK as part of an 'experiment'. This has raised concerns among Discord users due to previous privacy breaches and the involvement of Thiel, who is associated with Palantir, a company known for its work in government surveillance.

    Discord users may be hesitant to participate in identity verification systems involving Peter Thiel or companies associated with surveillance, potentially affecting user trust and privacy concerns within the platform.
    • Previous privacy breaches by Discord involving third parties.
    • Concerns over Peter Thiel's association with Palantir, known for surveillance work.
    Quality:
    The article presents a critical view of the collaboration, focusing on privacy concerns and Peter Thiel's association with Palantir.

    Discussion (122): 25 min

    The comment thread discusses concerns over the potential misuse of personal data by companies linked to Peter Thiel and Palantir in the context of Discord's new global age verification system. Participants debate the ethics of age verification systems, express skepticism about the necessity and transparency of such practices, and criticize the role of venture capital firms in corporate decision-making.

    • Age verification systems may involve questionable data handling practices.
    • Peter Thiel's involvement raises concerns about potential misuse of personal information.
    Counterarguments:
    • There is no evidence that these companies are selling user data to third parties.
    • Data collection and usage policies should be transparent and adhere to privacy laws.
    Internet Privacy, Social Media
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