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  1. We're making Bunny DNS free: because a faster internet won't build itself from bunny.net
    275 by dabinat 3h ago | | |

    Article: 11 min

    Bunny.net has announced the removal of DNS query fees for its Bunny DNS service, making it completely free while maintaining a generous free tier that includes hosting for up to 500 domains per account. This move aligns with their mission to help make the internet faster and more accessible.

    This move could encourage more widespread adoption of DNS services, potentially leading to improved internet performance for users across various industries. It also promotes a more accessible and affordable solution for businesses looking to enhance their online presence.
    • The company offers a generous free tier that includes hosting for up to 500 domains per account, with no query limits or usage-based charges.
    • DNS is viewed as the core product that integrates with other services on the platform, providing performance and security benefits.
    • Bunny.net has made improvements to DNS itself, including support for IPv6 without configuration changes, DNSSEC implementation with NSEC Black Lies, and modern record types like HTTPS, SVCB, TLSA, CDS, and CDNSKEY.
    Quality:
    The article provides clear information about the service update and its benefits without exaggeration or sensationalism.

    Discussion (89): 23 min

    The comment thread discusses Bunny CDN, focusing on its free DNS service with up to 500 domains and the $1/month minimum spend. Users appreciate the speed and reliability of the services offered by Bunny CDN compared to other providers like Cloudflare. There are also discussions about privacy concerns regarding cookie banners and some misunderstandings about 'free DNS hosting'.

    • The $1/month minimum spend is considered 'basically nothing'
    Counterarguments:
    • Concerns about misleading marketing regarding 'free DNS hosting'.
    • Questions about the privacy policy and cookie banner.
    Internet Cloud Computing, Networking
  2. Statistics that live in your SQL from kolistat.com
    43 by caerbannogwhite 1d ago | |

    Article: 10 min

    The-stats-duck, an open-source DuckDB extension for performing real-time statistical analysis within SQL queries, has been updated to version 0.6.0 with new features such as regression without leaving the SQL environment, confidence intervals through bootstrap resampling, and a small plot grammar that compiles to Vega-Lite charts.

    The extension's ability to perform statistical analysis within SQL queries can lead to more efficient data processing and analysis, potentially reducing the need for separate statistical software tools.
    • The-stats-duck is an open-source extension for DuckDB that allows users to perform statistical operations like distributions, tests, regression, and plotting directly within SQL queries.
    • The extension is compatible with DuckDB and can be used in various environments including web browsers.

    Discussion (3):

    The comment thread discusses the similarity between a feature and another product, mentions a previous HN post on the topic, and plans for an upcoming blog post.

    • The plotting aspect is similar to another product.
    Data Science SQL, Statistics, Data Visualization
  3. Vulnerability reports are not special anymore from words.filippo.io
    314 by goranmoomin 12h ago | | |

    Article: 10 min

    The article discusses how the traditional approach of treating vulnerability reports as special in open-source projects might be changing due to advancements in technology, specifically Large Language Models (LLMs). The author argues that with LLMs being able to perform security analysis and triage processes similarly to human researchers, the scarcity and value of such insights are diminishing. This shift implies a new focus on triage, rapid remediation, and prevention rather than solely relying on external reports for security improvements.

    The shift in focus could lead to more efficient security practices but might also affect the role and value of external security researchers in open-source projects.
    • LLMs are as good as or better than human security researchers for identifying potential issues.
    Quality:
    The article presents a well-reasoned argument with supporting evidence, maintaining an objective tone throughout.

    Discussion (171): 43 min

    The comment thread discusses the impact of AI-generated vulnerability reports on open source maintenance, highlighting concerns about spam volume and the diminishing value perceived in security researchers. There is a consensus that human expertise remains crucial for triaging issues, but there are differing opinions on the role of AI tools in filtering spam and its implications for career paths in security research.

    • Vulnerability reports are overwhelming due to AI-generated spam.
    • Security researchers' insight is valuable, but the process of assessing them has become a bottleneck.
    Counterarguments:
    • Security researchers are not special, the insight is not scarce anymore.
    • Assessing which vulnerabilities are real requires more than just finding them.
    • Confidentiality and coordination in vulnerability disclosure have become less important.
    Security Cybersecurity, Open Source, Vulnerability Management
  4. A deadly fungus that can infect cats and people is spreading from sciencenews.org
    29 by sohkamyung 45m ago | |

    Article: 11 min

    A deadly fungus, Sporothrix brasiliensis, causing outbreaks among cats and humans is spreading globally, particularly in South America. The disease has infected thousands of cats and over 11,000 people since its emergence in Brazil in the 1990s.

    • Globally spreading fungus
    • High fatality rate in untreated cases
    • Potential for US spread
    Quality:
    The article provides factual information and expert opinions without overly sensationalizing the topic.

    Discussion (5):

    The comment thread discusses the interconnectedness of global problems and suggests there might be better alternatives that people tend to overlook. It also touches on the contentious topic of pet ownership in urban areas.

    • Everything is spreading in a large interconnected world
    Counterarguments:
    • What are the alternatives people rather avoid considering?
    • Not having cats is an option that is not seriously considered.
    • Dogs are even worse. Make them shit in your own backyard please.
    Healthcare Diseases & Infections
  5. Jerry's Map from jerrysmap.com
    502 by turtleyacht 17h ago | | |

    Article: 23 min

    Jerry's Map is an extensive art project that began in 1963 and has been continuously developed over decades. It consists of thousands of individual panels arranged in a circle, with each panel following specific instructions from a custom deck of cards to determine its creation process.

    • Started as a doodle in 1963, continued through the years.
    • Comprises over 4000 individual panels arranged in an approximate circle.
    • Instructions for each panel are drawn from a custom deck of cards.
    • Process driven by rules and randomly generated instructions.
    • Evolved with changes in media used, automation mechanisms, and introduction of layers.

    Discussion (55): 7 min

    The comment thread discusses an imaginary land map created by a person since 1963, driven by instructions on a special deck of cards. The discussion revolves around its artistic value and comparison with AI-generated content, nostalgia for older HN content, and the creative process involved.

    • Jerry's Map is an interesting example of outsider art and creativity
    • AI should not replace traditional creative processes
    Counterarguments:
    • Some users argue that every submission should not be about AI
    • Others suggest that AI can complement traditional creative processes
    Art Fine Art, Digital Art
  6. Raspberry Pi Pico W as USB Wi-Fi Adapter from gitlab.com/baiyibai
    164 by byb 8h ago | | |

    Discussion (72): 12 min

    The comment thread discusses various aspects related to Raspberry Pi Pico W, including firmware development, AI-inspired diagrams, and comparisons between different AI tools like Gemini Flash, Claude Code, ChatGPT, and DeepSeek. The community shows a mix of agreement on certain topics while debating the efficiency and performance of these tools.

    • The Pico-USB-Wifi firmware turns Raspberry Pi Pico W into a USB Wi-Fi adapter
    • AsciiDoc's :figure-caption: feature allows for dynamic caption changes
    • AI Slop diagrams have an uncanny valley effect and trigger AI vibes subconsciously
    • Gemini Flash's code was faster and more efficient than Claude Code
    Counterarguments:
    • It should be aware that using a Pico W as a transparent ethernet bridge has been done several times over in open source projects
    • Useful to those who know when it is either mostly correct or outright wrong
  7. Krea 2 Technical Report from krea.ai
    7 by mattnewton 20h ago | |

    Discussion (1):

    More comments needed for analysis.

  8. In memory of the man who put red and green squiggles under words from devblogs.microsoft.com
    451 by saikatsg 18h ago | | |

    Article: 16 min

    The article is a tribute to Tony Krueger, an unsung hero behind the spell-check feature in Microsoft Word that introduced red and green squiggles under words. It highlights his contribution to improving user experience by making spell checking less intrusive and more efficient.

    Tony Krueger's work has had a significant impact on the user experience of word processing software, making it more efficient and less intrusive for users.
    • Red and green squiggles under words for highlighting potential misspellings or grammatical errors
    • Impact on the development of word processors

    Discussion (75): 13 min

    The comment thread discusses various opinions on squiggles in Microsoft Word, Tony Krueger's work, and software development practices. It includes criticism of Wikipedia's circular evidence chain, imagination about AI spell check improvement, and personal preferences for text formatting and language use.

    Counterarguments:
    • defense of using Chen's article as evidence for Tony Krueger's port of the game
    Software Development History, Computer Science
  9. Too many R packages: CRAN is inundated with submissions from rworks.dev
    6 by ionychal 1h ago | |

    Article: 7 min

    The article discusses the increasing number of packages submitted to CRAN and questions their contribution to the R community.

    • Sharp increase in the number of new packages
    • Documentation quality as an indicator of package quality
    Quality:
    The article presents an opinion on the quality and contribution of new R packages, with some objective data presented.

    Discussion (0):

    More comments needed for analysis.

    Software Development Data Science, Programming Languages
  10. FUTO Swipe – A new swipe typing model from swipe.futo.tech
    582 by futohq 18h ago | | |

    Article: 6 min

    FUTO Swipe introduces an open-source swipe typing model for Android keyboards with improved accuracy, privacy, and environmental sustainability. It includes three model types: Encoder, ContextLM, and Decoder, each serving different purposes in the prediction process.

    Promotes privacy and sustainability in keyboard technology, potentially leading to more ethical and eco-friendly software development practices.
    • FUTO Swipe aims to solve privacy issues with mobile swipe typing.
    • Models are available under the FUTO Model License and inference library under GPL.
    • Three model types: Encoder, ContextLM, and Decoder for general case, language improvement, and layout-specific accuracy respectively.

    Discussion (210): 39 min

    The comment thread discusses various aspects of the FUTO keyboard and its features, including swipe typing, voice dictation, compatibility with different platforms (iOS and Android), and comparisons with other keyboards like SwiftKey. Users express opinions on the keyboard's performance, potential for improvement, and concerns about software licenses, particularly regarding the Futo License.

    • The swipe demo on the website is neat and useful
    • FUTO keyboard has potential but needs improvements for custom words
    • Comparison with Microsoft SwiftKey would be interesting
    • Improvement of FUTO keyboard is expected
    Counterarguments:
    • Users express concerns about the Futo License, particularly regarding its restrictions on reselling code
    • Some users argue that the license is reasonable and prevents unethical practices
    • Others suggest alternative solutions to address concerns without necessarily opposing the license
    Software Development Machine Learning, Open Source, Keyboard Applications
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