The hottest Tech Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways
Category
Top Business Topics

goodness gracious

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 09 Nov 15
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. A new trend of poets writing on Instagram and Tumblr instead of in traditional books is gaining popularity. They often have no formal training but can gain significant attention from influencers.
  2. There's a full-time job in Starkville, Mississippi, to encourage residents to use the internet, highlighting the digital divide in some areas.
  3. The internet is a strange and diverse place, with everything from online profiles of controversial figures to unique apps and social media trends.

"Links" Weekend Edition: Werk it

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 25 Sep 15
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. The post includes a weekly round-up covering tech and Internet culture topics like celebrity pets, speculative fiction, and prom queens.
  2. Readers can access the full list of articles mentioned in the post via a downloadable ebook or through direct linking to various intriguing articles on topics like Instagram-famous pets, the prom queen of Instagram, and more.
  3. The post concludes with an invitation to share the newsletter with friends or enemies, feedback welcome by replying directly, and wishes for a happy reading weekend from the author.

Excuuuuuuuuuuuse you

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 02 Sep 15
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. Filing gender-discrimination suits to admit men to tech meet-ups reduces female participation in the industry.
  2. Prepper Pinterest is a popular forum choice for those interested in the prepper movement, combining mainstream and niche interests.
  3. year-old Baddie Winkle stands out for her unconventional behavior, including wearing teen rave outfits and maintaining a rebellious spirit.

Cartwheels on the water spout of a giant whale

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jul 15
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. Going viral is like doing cartwheels on the water spout of a giant whale - interesting comparison of viral content and the psychology behind it
  2. Beware of mob mentality on the internet - while someone may be in the wrong, online outrage can sometimes go too far
  3. Seeking validation through Twitter verification is unproductive - it's not necessary and doesn't hold much meaning
Get a weekly roundup of the best Substack posts, by hacker news affinity:

No, totally!

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 07 Apr 15
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. Wikihow provides answers to a range of questions and depends on Google search for its business model.
  2. Genius, formerly Rap Genius, is gaining credibility by attracting intelligent users and annotations.
  3. The use of new domains like .sucks can be a compelling tool to grab attention.

Epicness and hell no

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jun 14
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. Recent answers to the New York Times' crossword puzzle included Twitter hashtag, epicness, and hell no, bringing a fresh voice to the section.
  2. Bill Murray, known for his humor and photo-bombing, has a dark side outside of his internet jester persona.
  3. A Wired tech reporter's dystopian view of connected homes raises questions about the future of technology and privacy.

Just CTRL-F “party”

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 26 Feb 14
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. The newsletter features a variety of interesting content, from self-portraits of a heroin addict to an oral history of SXSW Interactive.
  2. A personal anecdote shared in the newsletter highlights the journey from being a Final Fantasy addict to becoming a modern city-dwelling adult.
  3. The newsletter also includes a collection of quirky and intriguing postscripts on various topics like normcore fashion, techneck, and more.

Cutover

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 19 Dec 20
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. The author is excited that their project using new tech is nearly completed.
  2. The tech project involving 'Meaningness' and 'Buddhism for Vampires' is running on Django.
  3. The post mentioned is specifically for paid subscribers.

Making mostly-truth mostly unproblematic

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 28 Aug 20
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. Analyzing wholes in terms of parts is a core skill of technical rationality.
  2. Understanding when and why analyzing wholes in terms of parts does or doesn't work is crucial for meta-rationality.
  3. Creating pretty-precise definitions can help make mostly-truth mostly unproblematic.

Design, Tech & Algo, but nothing to show

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jul 16
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. Focus on actually building something tangible rather than just talking about grand visions or concepts.
  2. It's important to iterate and test your ideas in order to make progress instead of just assuming you know the exact direction to take.
  3. When working on consumer products, ensure that there is something meaningful and usable to show to the public.

Product Managers, here's how to change someone's mind

The Kahneman Bot • 0 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
💼 Business Tech
  1. Deal with disagreement by starting with empathy, bringing evidence, and experimenting towards a solution.
  2. Create a shared sense of purpose to transform disagreement into constructive discussion.
  3. Affirm values, understand different perspectives, and dive into details with an open mind to facilitate changing someone's mind.

Coming soon

The Kahneman Bot • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 21
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. The newsletter explores the connection between behavioral science and technology, focusing on how technology uses psychology and behavioral biases.
  2. The author has a diverse background, including training in economics, consulting, working at the UK's Nudge Unit, and being a Product Manager at a tech scale-up.
  3. The newsletter includes insights from a meeting in 2007 between psychologists, notably Daniel Kahneman, and tech leaders, showcasing how tech has integrated behavioral science concepts since the Web 2.0 era.

Coming soon

Jeff’s Substack • 0 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. Jeff is launching a Substack newsletter.
  2. The Substack newsletter will be at jefftech.substack.com.
  3. The launch date for the newsletter is February 20, 2024.

New ElxPro course!

Elixir & Erlang • 0 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
💼 Business Tech
  1. ElxPro is an immersive online training program for mastering the Elixir language through hands-on experience, created by experienced Elixir developer Gustavo Oliveira.
  2. The ElxPro course is currently available in English and has been successful in Brazil.
  3. There is a limited-time special promotion until March 31st for the ElxPro course, including a bonus Q&A session on career development for Elixir developers.

Adieu, EnVsion

Eddie's startup voyage • 0 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
💼 Business Tech
  1. EnVsion failed because they built a product that didn't have enough demand or interest.
  2. They should have targeted a larger market with more purchasing power instead of sticking to a niche with low demand.
  3. Investing in marketing early and consistently is crucial for startup success, along with choosing the right tech stack for fast iteration.

Today’s Top 5 HN posts

Top 5 HN Posts of the day • 0 implied HN points • 11 May 24
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. Europe glowing pink under the aurora - beautiful natural phenomenon
  2. Coronal mass ejections impacting Earth - potential space weather event
  3. Discussion on tech that is difficult to use or teach - challenges in technology education

12/14 Tech Buzz China Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 15 Dec 21
💼 Business Tech
  1. Alibaba underwent a significant reorganization with key executives leading four large business units, reshaping the company's structure.
  2. The Central Economic Work Conference in China emphasized the importance of stable growth, especially in financial and banking sectors, setting the national economic agenda.
  3. China's tech VC landscape is evolving, with a shift towards more state capital participation in manufacturing sectors and companies outside the internet industry gaining prominence.

7/8 TBC Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jul 21
💼 Business Tech
  1. The recent investigation of Didi by the Cyberspace Administration of China has significant implications for data security and cross-border securities enforcement. Companies listing overseas will likely face stricter data security requirements.
  2. Following the Didi incident, China has announced a strict crackdown on illegal activities in securities, emphasizing the seriousness of maintaining law and order in the securities sector.
  3. Alibaba's reorganization and involvement in the Suning bailout show strategic moves in response to market dynamics, indicating a shift in focus towards rural China and potential implications on investment strategies.

6/10 TBC Insider Digest

Tech Buzz China Insider • 0 implied HN points • 11 Jun 21
💼 Business Tech
  1. The post discusses upcoming IPOs and companies in the tech industry to watch.
  2. Insights on specific companies like Jushuitan, Dingdong Maicai, and Kujiale are shared.
  3. Engagement opportunities like Zoom chats, WhatsApp groups, and forum discussions are highlighted.

Stats

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 22 Apr 14
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. The post is about sharing statistics on a blog, with insights on English blogging.
  2. There is a comparison of viewership between 'This week' and 'All time'.
  3. The author considers blogging more frequently in English based on the statistics.

Welcome to Valley Diaries: Tech, Leadership, and Life

sumitha • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jun 24
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. The author shares experiences from their tech, leadership, and life journey in the Valley and top companies.
  2. The newsletter will cover various topics in engineering and leadership, along with personal interests like fitness, showcasing a blend of work and life.
  3. The author aims to stay authentic by sharing both positive and negative experiences, while encouraging kind feedback.

Media v Big Tech

Logos • 0 implied HN points • 25 Feb 21
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Tech
  1. The proposed law in Australia forces big tech companies to pay for news content, but some argue that this idea is flawed because Google and Facebook don't directly profit from news in the way that publishers claim.
  2. Many believe traditional news publishers are becoming less relevant since people can access news directly from sources, and they often focus more on entertainment rather than important reporting.
  3. There is a shift happening where writers are breaking away from traditional media to share their stories directly, and this could lead to increased competition and diversity in news coverage.

Worries about Cerebras's IPO, the never-ending crisis at Boeing, and nuclear power

Alex's Personal Blog • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
💼 Business Tech
  1. Cerebras is planning to go public, but there are concerns about relying too much on a few customers for revenue. This could affect their growth and stability.
  2. Boeing continues to face ongoing issues that seem unresolvable, leading to questions about how they will recover in the future.
  3. There's a growing interest in nuclear power, as companies like Google look for reliable energy sources for their operations, especially data centers.

20241027

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Tech
  1. People today struggle to tell the difference between truth and lies. This affects their ability to make good decisions and gives power to those who manipulate information.
  2. Technology continues to evolve quickly, influencing everything from work to security. New tools and methods, like AI and remote work, are changing how we live and interact.
  3. Art and creativity are still important but can often be misunderstood or undervalued. New forms and expressions are appearing, reflecting changes in society and culture.

20241229

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 29 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. We need to accept that uncertainty is a part of life. Instead of trying to predict the future, we can use uncertainty to explore new opportunities.
  2. Technology is rapidly changing how we interact with each other. AI is taking over roles that used to involve human connections, which can be both helpful and isolating.
  3. Humor and joy can help us navigate tough times. Finding laughter in the chaos can create a sense of community and lighten the weight of uncertainty.

20250615

Curious futures (KGhosh) • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Tech
  1. Humans and AI might develop a relationship similar to eyelash mites and humans, where both benefit without being aware of each other. This suggests a future where we thrive alongside advanced AI without needing to control it.
  2. The future isn't just bleak or hopeful; it's filled with options based on the choices we make. We can create our own paths, blending creativity and human experiences.
  3. Authenticity is key in storytelling. Instead of relying on AI-generated content, focusing on real, imperfect human emotions can make our narratives more relatable and meaningful.

The year is 3812, and Databricks is raising a Series Z-4

Alex's Personal Blog • 0 implied HN points • 18 Nov 25
💼 Business Tech
  1. Klarna had a strong first earnings report, with higher revenue than expected, showing that tech companies can grow while keeping costs stable.
  2. The value of Bitcoin dropped below $90,000, indicating a rough time for cryptocurrency markets.
  3. Databricks is looking to raise more funds privately, which raises questions about why it's staying out of public markets despite impressive growth.