Kuration #303 highlights tech news and trends from the internet each week, covering a wide range of topics.
The highlighted headlines include various tech-related updates such as acquisitions, new services, layoffs, and innovative developments in the industry.
The post also includes book recommendations, weekly top HackerNews articles, and invites readers to catch up on the monthly summary of tech and media events.
Apple is planning to phase out older iPhone models like the iPhone 6 Plus, with a leaked report suggesting a move towards augmented reality devices by 2032.
President Biden's economic advisers believe that the antitrust agenda will lead to economic growth by focusing on local business growth, worker wages, and right-to-repair rules for products like medical devices and tractors.
Regulation may be necessary to tackle built-in obsolescence in printers and address the challenges of ownership as devices transition into services, with right-to-repair laws gaining momentum globally.
Louis Rossmann is a significant figure in the right to repair movement with over 1.5 million YouTube subscribers. He sheds light on how manufacturers create challenges in repairing devices independently.
Louis Rossmann is actively advocating for the right to repair and has initiated efforts like a GoFundMe campaign to make right to repair laws.
Louis Rossmann emphasizes the importance of pushing for the right to repair to combat manufacturers' monopolies on parts and services.
In the world of technology, it's essential for engineers to stay updated on a wide range of topics while also specializing in their niche.
Spreading knowledge and strengthening both expert skills and generalist skills in a company can be achieved through initiatives like sharing relevant tech news summaries.
Utilizing a structured approach like setting up internal newsletters with defined goals, audiences, and sources can efficiently provide valuable information and encourage discussion.
The newsletter announces a second season after a summer break, featuring Ruby and Rails news, tips, and design patterns.
Taking a break from tech news can be beneficial, and learning in public by working on projects and sharing knowledge is highly encouraged.
An introduction to design patterns and a tool for visualizing GitHub repos are highlighted, along with an article about the impact of Lord of the Rings on big-screen battles.
Focus on working on projects that inspire you and are beyond your current skill set to grow faster and gain more experience.
The Adapter design pattern in programming acts as a bridge between incompatible interfaces, allowing for cleaner code, quicker development, and flexibility.
To excel in software development, we should strive to work on challenging tasks, be open to learning from others, and not fear pushing beyond our comfort zones.
Inside the nation's first rehab center for video game addiction is treating game-addicted kids effectively with exercise, unplugging, journaling, and basic life/social skills.
Subliminal messaging is prevalent on the internet, with corporations manipulating what you see on Google and Facebook potentially influencing elections and thoughts.
Trump's Twitter feed exemplifies the Aristotelian principles of logos, ethos, pathos, and pomposity in a concise manner.
If Huck Finn existed on the Internet, it might look something like a troll faking his death online and facing the consequences, shifting from old ways.
Facebook portrays itself as neutral but in reality has a distinct moral code that it imposes worldwide, which may not align with everyone's values.
Teenagers in 2016 offer insights like 'bae' and 'on fleek' are no longer 'cool', showing shifting trends and language among young people.
source{d} raised $6M in Series A funding. They use advanced technologies like deep neural network techniques to analyze open source code. They are developing an open source platform to help developers collaborate and achieve their full potential.
source{d} can extract a unique DNA for developers and projects, allowing for possibilities like showing coding profiles, matching developers and projects, and measuring productivity and consistency of contributions.
source{d} focuses on the power of source code analysis by providing transparency, readability, and liquidity to millions of contributions, aiming to help developers reach their full potential and hiring for positions including VP of Marketing.
The top 5 Hacker News posts of the day include a Hex editor, recommended Wi-Fi settings, a discussion on subscription services by startups, Tor fighting Russian censorship, and a self-hosted DNS resolver.
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In 2022, tech regulations will continue to increase in China, affecting Big Tech companies more than before.
The Lunar New Year celebration in China slows down economic activity, presenting as an excellent time to engage in informed discussions on tech news and trends.
Prominent developments in China include SES's innovative lithium-metal battery technology and Abogen's leading position in developing mRNA vaccines.
Rumors suggest restrictions on VIEs for companies listing location in China, but the ban won't be complete and varies by sector.
Kuaishou's revenue mostly stagnant from livestreaming, showcasing a trend of saturation in the industry.
WeChat is adjusting rules to allow direct access to external links, potentially impacting user drop-off, and has begun somewhat embracing algorithms after staunch resistance.