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Hacker News — Front Page

White House Staff Reportedly Using Residential Proxy Services

Reports indicate that White House staff are using residential proxy services, allowing their internet addresses to be rented out. Security experts found multiple instances of proxy activity linked to a Russian company associated with past cyberattacks. The White House has not commented on the situation, which raises security concerns.

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Guardian — US

US Voters Approve Moratoriums on Datacenters in Recent Elections

In the recent US midterm elections, voters approved numerous moratoriums on datacenters across 40 jurisdictions in 10 states. This reflects a strong opposition to these facilities, which are associated with the tech industry and artificial intelligence.

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Fox News — Latest

Former FBI Agent Warns of Potential Cyberattacks Targeting Grocery Stores

Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent, cautioned that cyberattacks on grocery stores could threaten U.S. security, similar to recent incidents in Europe. The Army is investigating refrigeration failures at military commissaries, which may be linked to these attacks. Parker urged local leaders and families to prepare for potential disruptions by keeping essential supplies and having communication plans.

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The Atlantic

Google Adjusts AI Features in School Accounts Amid Criticism

Google has announced changes to its AI features in school accounts, disabling its Gemini chatbot by default but not allowing schools to fully opt out of AI in its search engine. This decision has drawn criticism from educators and lawmakers who argue it prioritizes corporate interests over student needs. Google claims the changes provide more choices for schools, but critics remain concerned about the implications for students' critical thinking skills.

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Ars Technica

Macronix to cease production of ROM chips affecting Nintendo

Macronix announced it will stop producing ROM chips, which are essential for Nintendo Switch cartridges. The company's ROM production has decreased by 39% over the past year and now constitutes only 5% of its business. Macronix is shifting its focus to more profitable chip types, with current production capacity limited to 25,000 wafers per month.

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Ars Technica

Hackers Exploit Mobile OS Vulnerabilities to Target Website Visitors

Researchers have identified hackers, possibly linked to the Kremlin, exploiting vulnerabilities in iOS and Android to target visitors of various websites, including america250.org. The attackers used a fraudulent site to inject malicious JavaScript aimed at stealing sensitive data from mobile devices.

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TechCrunch

Snapchat reaches 30 million paid subscribers

Snapchat has announced that it has exceeded 30 million paid subscribers. This follows a previous decision to limit free storage for its Memories feature, requiring users to pay for additional storage or subscribe to Snapchat+.

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TechCrunch

Meta purchases AI coding startup Conductor

Meta has completed the acquisition of Conductor, an AI coding startup. Conductor's technology allows software engineers to utilize teams of agents for simultaneous project tasks.

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Ars Technica

Voter Support for AI Restrictions Grows in Recent Elections

Recent elections showed strong voter support for measures restricting AI and data centers, with 38 out of 44 initiatives passing across 10 states. Analysts indicate these restrictions will mainly affect future projects, while voters also elected candidates promising stricter regulations on AI.

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Wired

Hugging Face CEO Discusses Risks in AI Development

Clément Delangue, CEO of Hugging Face, highlighted that most risks in AI development stem from a few companies working behind closed doors. He advocates for open-source AI as a solution to these risks.

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The Verge

Microsoft announces new Xbox cloud gaming features

Microsoft has introduced new features for Xbox Cloud Gaming, including a direct Wi-Fi connection through the Xbox Nano controller and the ability to use phones as controllers on smart TVs. These features aim to enhance gameplay responsiveness by reducing input latency.

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Hacker News — Front Page

Cooperative Play Implemented in DOS Wing Commander After Years of Development

A developer has successfully implemented cooperative gameplay in the classic DOS game Wing Commander after years of work. The project involved manipulating game memory and creating a networking protocol for multiplayer functionality. Recently, a lobby system was introduced to allow players to connect easily using WebRTC technology.

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The Verge

Apple to Monitor Shared iCloud Links for Harmful Content

Apple will start monitoring iCloud items shared with the 'Anyone with the Link' setting for harmful content, beginning with iOS 27.3. This change means such content will no longer be end-to-end encrypted.

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