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TL;DRDatasette.io now displays news updates sourced from a YAML file in its GitHub repo.

Why it matters: Developers using Datasette can track project updates directly from the source, reducing friction for staying informed.

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Cal.com Is Going Closed Source Because of AI

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Cal.com switching from open source to closed source due to AI security risks.

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Quantum-inspired algorithm solves 268 million-site quasicrystal simulation in a heartbeat

New algorithm rapidly simulates complex quasicrystal structures using quantum-inspired methods.

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Google Chrome lacks protection against one of the most basic and common ways to track users online

Chrome doesn't block browser fingerprinting, a common tracking method despite Google's privacy claims.

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Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Can Now Read Gauges, Spot Spills, and Reason

Boston Dynamics' robot dog Spot now uses AI to independently inspect industrial sites and read instruments.

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‘Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender’ Leaked Online. Some Fans Say Paramount Deserves the Fallout

Avatar: The Last Airbender movie leaked online before release; animators upset, some fans unbothered.

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Critical Nginx UI auth bypass flaw now actively exploited in the wild

Critical flaw in Nginx UI lets attackers take over servers without logging in.

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YouTube now lets you turn off Shorts

YouTube added an option to completely disable Shorts through its time management settings.

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US Jobs Too Important To Risk Chinese Car Imports, Says Ford CEO

Ford CEO warns Chinese car imports could eliminate nearly 1 million U.S. jobs.

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New AgingFly malware used in attacks on Ukraine govt, hospitals

New malware steals login credentials from browsers and WhatsApp during Ukraine attacks.

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Microsoft's new college deal is a half-hearted answer to the $500 MacBook Neo

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