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Track Major New Features for Microsoft Security Products Using RSS Feeds

Rod’s Blog • 59 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Keeping up with changes in Microsoft products can be challenging, especially with frequent updates to security products.
  2. Rod Trent provides weekly newsletters covering major announcements and important enhancements in Sentinel, Defender, and Azure OpenAI.
  3. Microsoft now offers RSS feeds for their security products, making it easier to stay updated on new features.

Release Notes — February 17th 2023

tldraw • 58 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. You can now link to a chosen location of a multiplayer project.
  2. Improvements include a smoother eraser tool appearance and better scribble-selecting features.
  3. Several fixes were made, including properly filling X Box shapes and adjusting the appearance of error screens.
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Release Notes — May 26th 2023

tldraw • 58 implied HN points • 26 May 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Enhanced presence features like cursor names, viewport following, snapshot links, and a laser pointer added
  2. Introduction of people menu for changing name and color, zooming to other users, and following users
  3. New tools like Laser Tool, snapshot links, text label alignment, text pasting, checkbox shape introduced

Homeland Beta is LIVE!

The Lunacian • 230 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🕹 Technology 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.

Building a Better What's New Page for Microsoft Sentinel

Rod’s Blog • 59 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Customers are frustrated with the outdated 'What's New' page in Microsoft Sentinel, which is lagging behind in updates.
  2. To address the issue, various sources like Microsoft Sentinel blog, community blogs, and Docs 'What's New' page are being utilized for the most current information on features and enhancements.
  3. Efforts are being made to convert the Docs 'What's New' page into Markdown using a PowerShell script for integration into Microsoft Sentinel workbooks, keeping the content up-to-date.

Rust Bytes: "Rust Won’t Save Us"

Rust Byte's Substack • 19 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Google contributes $1 million to enhance C++/Rust Interop Initiative, aiming to improve compatibility between Rust and C++ codebases for smoother transitions.
  2. Rust Analyzer is a valuable Rust compiler front-end tool for IDEs, offering coding assistance and issue highlighting.
  3. Analysis on exploited vulnerabilities highlights the need for continuous vigilance in software development and stresses collaboration in addressing security challenges.

🥟 Chao-Down #79 Leaked Google memo says the company "has no moat" in AI, Khan Academy launches personal AI tutor

Chaos Theory • 39 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. An anonymous Google memo suggests the company lacks a competitive advantage in AI compared to other tech giants.
  2. The rise of open-source AI communities has proven to produce competitive AI models against big tech firms.
  3. The value in AI lies in tapping into the global mindshare of human intelligence rather than the strength of individual models.

Release Notes — March 17th 2023

tldraw • 39 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. You can now open .tldr files created with the original tldraw on beta.tldraw.com
  2. Improved freehand lines and geometric shapes for smoother handling
  3. Added empty checkboxes to toggle-able menu items for better usability

Microsoft Sentinel Content Hub Changes

Rod’s Blog • 39 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. The default view in the Microsoft Sentinel Content Hub has changed to List Mode, which allows users to select multiple solutions for installation at once.
  2. The step-through wizard for installing solutions in the Content Hub has been replaced with simple options: Install and View Results.
  3. Investing in Microsoft Sentinel means having the most current version of the product available without downtime, showing continuous improvement in the platform.

Defender for Cloud Learn Doc Gets Its Own RSS Feed

Rod’s Blog • 39 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. The Defender for Cloud Learn Doc now has its own RSS feed, granting users the ability to get notified about updates easily.
  2. Despite this improvement, not all pages on learn.microsoft.com have RSS feeds yet, so users still have to monitor some sections manually.
  3. Other Microsoft pages also have their own RSS feeds, showing an effort to provide users with up-to-date information through various channels.

Any Cables Monthly #19

AnyCable Broadcasts • 12 HN points • 02 Apr 24
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. AnyCable v1.5 introduces simplified standalone pub/sub mode with whispering feature for non-backend touching broadcasts like typing indicators and cursors
  2. Laravel 11 introduces Reverb, its own official WebSocket server, aiming for high performance as indicated by benchmarks
  3. The AnyCable team's Substack blog 'AnyCable Broadcasts' will be a shared platform for all their real-time content, including articles, case studies, screencasts, and newsletters

Prices Dropping, Models Rising!

aidaily • 19 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. OpenAI releases new embedding models at lower prices.
  2. Google introduces AI features to assist teachers in lesson planning.
  3. AI technology is transforming creative fields like cartooning and music composition.

1.1.x Releases & Beyond 🚀

sonsofcrypto • 19 implied HN points • 23 Dec 23
🔮 Crypto Updates
  1. 1.x releases focused on mnemonics and improving user experience.
  2. Future builds will focus on enhancing Uniswap experience and supporting DAO contracts.
  3. The goal is to establish web3wallet as the best wallet in the market by version 1.5.x.

YouTube teases new AI for creators.

superartificial • 19 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. YouTube is teasing new AI tools for creators, including generative AI tools and a creation feature for recording Shorts.
  2. Microsoft is integrating its new AI-powered Bing search into the Windows 11 taskbar, along with a Bing chat feature.
  3. AI is becoming increasingly prominent in tech companies like YouTube and Microsoft, showcasing its importance for the future.

Feature Roundups on Typogram

wentin’s newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 15 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Typogram is introducing a new feature called Extra Icons for logo customization.
  2. Typogram has launched a Help Center with resources like tutorials and video guides.
  3. Users are encouraged to provide feedback and try out Typogram's Free Trial for logo design.

Crafting Tech Teams - Quarterly Update

🔮 Crafting Tech Teams • 19 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. The post is an update about upcoming topics, frequency of updates, and coaching calls related to Crafting Tech Teams.
  2. Readers are encouraged to engage with the community by leaving comments and questions, and can reach out to the author on Substack or Linkedin.
  3. There is a 7-day free trial available to subscribe to Crafting Tech Teams and access the full post archives.

January 2023 Update

Mind & Mythos • 39 implied HN points • 03 Jan 23
📚 Literature Updates
  1. The author started their writing project in 2022 and is pleased with the work done so far.
  2. They want to improve their productivity in 2023 by sharing monthly updates to stay accountable.
  3. The updates will be posted on the first Friday of each month to track progress and keep engaged with readers.

The Evolution of Valve's Source Engine

Deus In Machina • 72 implied HN points • 28 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Valve's Source Engine evolved from a modified Quake engine to the renowned Source engine, powering successful games like Half-Life and Team Fortress.
  2. Valve introduced the GoldSrc and Source engines to separate stable and developmental codebases, enabling continued development without affecting existing games.
  3. The Source engine underwent major updates over the years, leading to the Orange Box update with significant graphical enhancements, and eventually paving the way for the development of Source 2.

New IntelliJ Plugin for jDeploy

jDeploy Newsletter • 56 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. New IntelliJ plugin for jDeploy simplifies creating desktop apps with automated releases on GitHub.
  2. Plugin creates project locally and sets up GitHub repo for easy downloading and installing of app.
  3. Integrates jDeploy GUI into IntelliJ IDE for convenient access to settings.

A Roundup

polymathematics • 19 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🎙 Podcasts Updates
  1. Podcasts are really popular right now, and there are many great ones to explore. It's a fun way to learn and discover new topics.
  2. There are lots of interesting projects and people online worth checking out. Connecting with them can spark new ideas.
  3. Finding new tools and tips can help improve your daily tasks. It's always good to keep learning and discovering new resources.

A Roundup (March 2023)

polymathematics • 19 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🎙 Podcasts Updates
  1. Listening to good podcasts can be really rewarding and inspiring. There are many amazing shows with valuable insights out there.
  2. Discovering new projects and interesting people online can broaden your horizons. It's great to find communities and creators that resonate with you.
  3. Reading recommendations are important for personal growth. Regularly exploring new books and articles keeps your mind engaged and informed.

What's new in Svelte: April 2023

The (Unofficial) Svelte JS Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. Loads of new features in the Svelte compiler like support for 'svelte-ignore' and improvements in inputs and transitions
  2. Updates in SvelteKit include new features like 'cookies.getAll' and enhancements in managing form submission status
  3. Community showcase highlights various apps, sites built with Svelte, learning resources, and libraries/tools/components

Any Cables Monthly #1

AnyCable Broadcasts • 19 implied HN points • 05 Aug 22
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. The first issue of Any Cables Monthly covers news from the AnyCable ecosystem and real-time projects since the beginning of summer 2022.
  2. The issue includes highlights such as celebrations of AnyCable Pro's first anniversary and insights from RailsConf 2022 videos.
  3. Articles and releases featured in the newsletter discuss topics like scaling Rails web sockets, introducing Action Cable command callbacks, and new versions of various tools like AnyCable Client and Turbo.

Release day!

Dan’s MEGA65 Digest • 16 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Updates
  1. MEGA65 platform release v0.96 is now available for upgrade, after 14 months of enhancements to the FPGA core, MEGA65 ROM, and system software.
  2. Different instructions are provided for MEGA65 owners, Xemu emulator users, DevKit owners, and Nexys dev board users regarding upgrading to the release v0.96 version.
  3. Notable changes in v0.96 include support for Ethernet file transfer, new hardware typing event queue, and improvements to chipset, Freezer, SD card utility, and Configuration utility.

Editorial note

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 3 implied HN points • 30 Jan 25
📰 News Updates
  1. The newsletter was sent out with the wrong version. It included some extra notes and videos that weren't meant to be there.
  2. Although it was a mistake, the extra content is still interesting to read.
  3. The correct version has been updated on the website for anyone who wants to check it out.