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New Classic Updates are LIVE!

The Lunacian • 368 implied HN points • 13 Feb 25
🕹 Technology Gaming Software Updates User Interface Development
  1. New game updates are here for Axie Classic, just in time for Season 8, with a lot of changes to explore before the regular season starts.
  2. There are two new quest modes: Starter Mode for beginners to earn rewards without needing Axies, and Guardian Mode for experienced players with tougher challenges and better rewards.
  3. Tower Mode has expanded with more levels, allowing players to earn stars and rewards as they progress, plus gear can now be equipped and upgraded to enhance gameplay.

What's up Python? 3.13 is out, t-strings look awesome, dep groups come in handy...

Bite code! • 856 implied HN points • 29 Oct 24
🕹 Technology Software Programming Development Updates Tools
  1. Python 3.13 has been released, bringing many new features like better error messages and a new JIT compiler. It's exciting, but users are advised to hold off on upgrading until next year.
  2. Template strings (or t-strings) are introduced, offering a cleaner way to create formatted strings that can be used in various situations. This could help prevent mistakes when handling string formatting for tasks like translation or logging.
  3. New proposals like external wheel hosting and dependency groups in pyproject.toml make it easier to manage packages and their dependencies, especially for larger libraries.

Axie Classic Competitive Season 7 is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 138 implied HN points • 03 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Gaming Updates Rewards Features Community
  1. Axie Classic Competitive Season 7 is happening now and runs for four weeks. Players can win over 35,000 AXS, with top players qualifying for a championship.
  2. There are Mini Tournaments where players can compete daily for rewards. Winning these tournaments also earns players AXP, which is a new point system.
  3. A brand new PvE Tower Mode is now available. Players can defeat teams, climb floors, and earn rewards as they go. The difficulty increases as you progress, making it exciting.

Events & Updates

sweater weather • 1533 implied HN points • 06 Nov 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Events Updates
  1. Join an event about the novel _Absolution_ with Alice McDermott on Wednesday at Books Are Magic.
  2. Engage in a conversation about _The Gilded Age_ on _It's Been a Minute_ and the challenges of sentimental period dramas.
  3. Read the short story _Warehouses_ about a young man named Per trying to connect with others, published at Joyland.
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Update on the Question Contest

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 698 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
💼 Business Updates
  1. Chris Masterjohn, PhD plans to catch up on the Question Contest soon after tackling a backlog of reports for BioOptHealth customers.
  2. The Question Contest update mentioned work on personalized reports causing a delay, but a return to normal pace by the month's end.
  3. Paid subscribers can access additional content about the Question Contest update and future plans on the Substack post.

Crowdstrike: How Not to Do OTA Updates

burkhardstubert • 39 implied HN points • 19 Aug 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Software IT Infrastructure Updates System Design
  1. CrowdStrike made a big mistake by rolling out an untested update to all users at once, causing millions of computers to crash. They need to treat configuration updates like real code and test them properly.
  2. Delta Airlines faced huge losses because it didn’t have backup systems in place when the CrowdStrike update went wrong. Having spare systems or a better contingency plan could have minimized disruptions.
  3. Microsoft should improve its recovery methods after crashes, possibly by adopting an automatic system recovery strategy. Learning from other platforms could help avoid these issues in the future.

What's up Python ? Python, the video game, pyodide on the rise, numpy breaks...

Bite code! • 856 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Programming Python WebAssembly Libraries Updates
  1. A new Python video game, JOY OF PROGRAMMING, is available on Steam for learning programming interactively.
  2. Pyodide, a Webassembly CPython port, now has experimental support from urllib3, enabling Python to run in the browser.
  3. Numpy 2 is set to release soon, with changes that may impact compatibility, so users should prepare by checking and updating dependencies.

Origins Season 7 is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 828 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🔮 Crypto Gaming Rewards Updates Crafting
  1. Origins Season 7 is live with intense battles and a Hybrid Leaderboard system offering over $640,000 in rewards
  2. Increased AXP in Origins allows for faster leveling of axies, with added AXP Booster for quicker gains
  3. Collectible Leaderboards and new items like Runes and Charm Boxes enhance the season grind for players

SITREP

THREE SEVEN MAFIA • 959 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🎙 Podcasts Interaction Episodes Updates
  1. The author has been busy working on upcoming content like a book and podcast episodes.
  2. Fresh content will take some time, but the author assures it will be worth the wait.
  3. The author plans to engage more with subscribers through Substack Chat starting on August 15th.

Unexpected possibilities

Meaningness • 239 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Community Content Updates AI Books
  1. The author is exploring new ways to interact with readers, seeking feedback to be more useful and considering the balance between writing and engaging with the community.
  2. Using a platform's features like 'Notes' to share quarter-baked ideas and encourage reader interaction, but facing challenges like visibility for subscribers.
  3. The author is contemplating the frequency of informal multi-topic update posts, seeking feedback on whether readers find them interesting or view them as clutter.

What’s up with…? - Part 4: Douyin Local Services

Tech Buzz China Insider • 279 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Social media E-commerce Updates
  1. Douyin, the Chinese sibling of TikTok, has expanded its reach by offering local services to its huge user base.
  2. The competition between Douyin and Meituan highlights the aggressive nature of Chinese internet companies.
  3. This update showcases a possible future for TikTok as it follows the path charted by Douyin in monetizing and expanding its services.

The Client Side of Over-The-Air Updates

burkhardstubert • 179 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Software Updates Devices Engineering Industry
  1. Choosing the right over-the-air (OTA) update solution is important. Memfault was preferred because it offered better documentation and support compared to Mender.
  2. OTA updates can save time and provide quick feedback, making them more efficient than manual updates. Manual updates can be costly and lead to serious issues, especially when manufacturers have to comply with strict legal requirements.
  3. There are different strategies for implementing updates, like A/B strategies that ensure reliability and safety. It's crucial that updates work flawlessly to maintain user trust and avoid interruptions during their work.

Podcasts!

News Items • 117 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts News Interviews Updates
  1. The Weekend Edition of News Items will be posted tomorrow.
  2. There were three podcasts this week with different hosts.
  3. Interesting subscriber 'op-ed' will be posted at News Items.

Homeland Beta is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Gaming NFTs Blockchain Community Updates
  1. Axie Infinity's Homeland Beta is now live, allowing players to cultivate land plots or become Stewards.
  2. New players can join Homeland by downloading the game on Mavis Hub, applying to become a Steward through the Land Delegation Marketplace, and starting to play upon acceptance.
  3. Gameplay in Homeland includes gathering materials, producing and crafting items, and engaging in Passive Adventure to equip NPC adventurers for battles.

The Lone Toad Newsletter - September 2023

The Lone Toad - Croaker RPGs Newsletter • 139 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🎙 Podcasts Gaming Interview Recommendations Projects Updates
  1. The newsletter features an interview with Steve Morrison from Errant Adventures podcast about solo RPGs and his favorite games like Ironsworn and Starforged.
  2. Steve Morrison discusses the appeal of Solo RPGs for focusing on a single character's story and his plans to continue telling stories within a specific universe.
  3. There are recommendations for releasing a Solo Actual Play podcast, including building up a backlog of episodes and maintaining a consistent production schedule.

A Roundup (January 2024)

polymathematics • 59 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Recommendations Listening Media Projects Updates
  1. Podcasts are a great way to learn more about topics you enjoy, like music and creativity. It's fun to find new stories and perspectives through listening.
  2. Feeling overwhelmed can lead to a need to simplify your life. It's important to focus on what truly brings you joy and make time for those activities.
  3. Celebrating small wins in projects, like gaining new users or launching collaborations, can keep you motivated. Every step forward counts, even if it seems small.

A Roundup (February and March 2024)

polymathematics • 39 implied HN points • 29 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Recommendations Listening Creativity Projects Updates
  1. Podcasts can be a great source of inspiration and learning. Try listening to conversations on creativity, teamwork, and personal stories from interesting guests.
  2. Reading can fuel your creativity and help you grow. Books like 'Zen in the Art of Writing' can motivate writers and artists to express themselves.
  3. Sharing personal updates and projects can connect you with others and showcase your journey. It’s exciting to celebrate achievements and new beginnings together.

[May 2023] Latest Automatic1111 Installation with WSL2 on Windows

followfox.ai’s Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology Installation Updates Guides Dependencies
  1. The latest version of AUTOMATIC1111 includes torch 2.0.0 and ControlNet 1.1, showing the repo is active and relevant
  2. You can choose between using a prebuilt FollowFox.AI WSL distribution for an easy setup or manually installing on WSL2 with steps like setting up CUDA and Conda
  3. Installing ControlNet 1.1 is essential for new features and options, requiring downloading and installing the .pth files for use in the updated Auto1111

Final Update to the COVID Guide

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 319 implied HN points • 01 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Long Covid Updates
  1. The post provides a final update to the COVID Guide, focusing on Long-COVID, post-COVID healing diet, and other updates.
  2. The information in the post is for paid subscribers only, and it offers detailed insights from Chris Masterjohn, PhD.
  3. To access the full content and updates, readers can subscribe to the post or sign in if they are already paid subscribers.

The Server Side of Over-the-Air Updates

burkhardstubert • 39 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Software Networking Embedded Systems Updates Data Management
  1. Over-the-Air (OTA) updates can be done in full, delta, or partial ways. Full updates ensure everything is consistent, but they are larger files and take longer to download.
  2. Delta updates save time and bandwidth by only updating the changed parts of a file. They are good for devices with slow internet connections but require a read-only setup.
  3. Staged rollouts keep updates safe by first sending them to a small group of devices. This way, if there are issues, they can be fixed before affecting everyone.

PSA: Migrate from the Threat Intelligence Platform Connector to the Threat Intelligence Solution in Microsoft Sentinel

Rod’s Blog • 79 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Security Data Software Updates Networking
  1. The Threat Intelligence Platform Connector in Microsoft Sentinel is being deprecated, so users should consider migrating to the new Threat Intelligence Solution soon.
  2. There is no definitive date for the deprecation, but users are advised to start using the new version within the next 6 months.
  3. The new version of the Threat Intelligence Solution offers more artifacts like Rules and Hunting Queries, providing additional capabilities.