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The fittest founder in the room got cancer. Here’s how he used AI to fight back.

A founder diagnosed with aggressive non-Hodgkin's lymphoma leveraged AI and extensive medical consultations to navigate treatment, highlighting the importance of patient advocacy and data-driven health decisions.

27 Jun7 min read

Indie developers got tired of waiting for a new Star Fox, so they’re making their own

Independent developers are creating new games inspired by the Star Fox series, filling a void left by Nintendo's infrequent releases in the arcade flight shooter genre.

Suspicious Discontinuities

U.S. tax policy contains sharp income cutoffs for subsidies, like health insurance, that can perversely incentivize individuals to reduce their earnings to qualify for benefits.

27 Jun17 min read

Why is Apple asking me to pay more for Big Tech’s AI obsession?

Consumers are increasingly paying higher prices for tech products, including Apple devices, as companies prioritize AI data centers, driving up component costs and creating a lasting supply shortage.

27 Jun5 min read

Inside the room where the smart home industry is still betting on Matter

The smart home industry remains optimistic about Matter's potential, despite its rocky launch, with new features like Joint Fabric aiming to deliver on the promise of a simple, interoperable smart home.

How Many Elementary Particles Are There, Really?

Physicists debate the number of elementary particles, with estimates ranging from 17 to over 995.

OpenRA

OpenRA releases a new playtest with random map generators and updated features for Red Alert, Tiberian Dawn, and Dune 2000.

Nox Metals (YC S25) Is Hiring SWE

Nox Metals is hiring a software engineer to build an intelligent platform for their metal supply chain in Detroit.

27 Jun3 min read

Asian AI startups launch Mythos-like models as Anthropic’s export ban drags on

Asian AI startups launch models rivaling Anthropic's Mythos amid US export ban.

This might be the new best smart speaker

A new smart speaker may become the best option due to its size and $99 price.

27 Jun13 min read

This puzzle game’s simple premise hides surprising depth

What's the Password? hides surprising depth behind its simple premise of entering four-digit passwords to solve over 100 puzzles.

Ars Technica

Apple and Audi alumni have made a luxe EV based on the moon buggy

Amble's $25,000 Amble One is a street-legal electric buggy designed for luxury resorts and short-range mobility.

27 Jun5 min read

Duer’s Wear-Everywhere Pants Are on Sale This Weekend

Duer's performance clothing is on sale with discounts up to 35 percent on select styles.

Trump Admin releases Anthropic Mythos to be used by more than 100 US companies, agencies

The Trump administration has reversed its ban on Anthropic's Mythos 5 cybersecurity model, allowing over 100 US government agencies and companies, including non-American employees, to access it.

Show HN: Hacker News on a Train Station Style Flip Board

A new project displays the top 20 Hacker News stories on a digital split-flap departures board, featuring real-time updates of rank, score, and title.

27 Jun23 min read

FTC gives Musk the OK to acquire SpaceX alumni startup Mesh

The Federal Trade Commission approved Elon Musk's acquisition of Mesh Optical Technologies, a startup founded by former SpaceX engineers developing hardware for fast data center communications.

27 Jun2 min read

Anthropic’s Mythos 5 is back

Anthropic's Mythos 5 model is back in action for a select group of organizations after the Trump administration approved revised license requirements, though Fable 5 remains unavailable.

27 Jun5 min read

Trump Administration Allows Anthropic to Release Mythos to Select US Organizations

The US government has eased restrictions on Anthropic's advanced AI model, allowing access to over 100 trusted US organizations.

17 Last Minute Prime Day Apple Deals on iPads, Macs, and More

Amazon offers discounted Apple devices during Prime Day, despite recent price increases.

27 Jun7 min read

Universal Is Skipping Influencer Screenings for ‘The Odyssey.’ Film Critics Are Thrilled

Universal Studios is skipping influencer screenings for The Odyssey, opting for traditional press reviews instead.

26 Jun4 min read