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CLAUDE WEB SEARCH

Anthropic has enabled a new feature that allows Claude to search the web as part of its chat offering.

OPENAI NEXT-GEN AUDIO MODELS

OpenAI has introduced new speech-to-text and text-to-speech models in its API, improving transcription accuracy and enabling customizable voice outputs for more natural and expressive speech agents.

HUGGING FACE OPEN R1 GUIDE

A guide to setting up and using the OlympicCoder 7B model locally in VS Code with LM Studio for optimal coding assistance, including quantized inference for efficiency.

DEEPMESH: AUTO-REGRESSIVE ARTIST-MESH CREATION WITH REINFORCEMENT LEARNING

Autoregressive creation of meshes from point clouds that are artist friendly and well topologized. It uses deep reinforcement learning to improve the quality of the meshes with some clever regularization rewards.

END-TO-END 3D SEGMENTATION

A new object-aware lifting approach for 3D segmentation using Gaussian representations and a learnable object-level codebook.

COMPRESSION FOR 3D GAUSSIAN SPLATTING

HAC++ achieves over 100X size reduction compared to 3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) while enhancing fidelity, using advanced quantization and adaptive masking for superior compression in view synthesis tasks.

ROBLOX FOUNDATION MODEL

Roblox has released a novel 3D generation and understanding foundation model that can be used for research applications.

EFFICIENT VIDEO TRAINING WITH TOKEN OPTIMIZATION

FluxViT introduces a novel augmentation tool, Flux, to optimize video token selection, improving accuracy while significantly reducing computational cost in large-scale video pre-training.

STATE SPACE MODELS FOR 3D OBJECT DETECTION

DEST3D applies an interactive state-space model for 3D object detection in point clouds, leveraging novel bidirectional scanning and inter-state attention mechanisms for efficient scene understanding.

SYNCHRON'S BRAIN-COMPUTER INTERFACE NOW HAS NVIDIA'S AI

Neurotech company Synchron's Nvidia-powered brain-computer interface enables individuals with paralysis to control their home environment using the Apple Vision Pro headset. Synchron's BCI implants translate brain activity into commands, with improved speed and accuracy through Nvidia's Holoscan platform. By developing a cognitive AI based on brain data, Synchron aims for a scalable BCI system that offers more autonomous control for users with minimal training.

WHAT DOES OPENAI REALLY WANT FROM TRUMP?

OpenAI's proposal to the White House seeks to bypass state AI laws like California's SB 1047 by leveraging federal trade laws against China and requesting significant AI infrastructure investments. With nearly 900 state AI bills under consideration, OpenAI argues that diverse state regulations could cause chaos, while a lack of federal framework leaves the industry vulnerable. Critics point out the absence of a national governance model in OpenAI's plan, which relies heavily on national security concerns to advance its agenda.

ANTHROPIC SUPPORTS AI TRANSPARENCY IN POLICY DISCUSSIONS

Anthropic has responded to Governor Newsom's AI Working Group report, advocating for increased transparency in AI development and security practices. The company highlighted the need for standardized disclosure of safety measures to build public trust without stifling innovation.

DAPR'S MICROSERVICES RUNTIME NOW SUPPORTS AI AGENTS

Microsoft's Dapr Agents are optimized for building scalable AI agents with efficient orchestration and statefulness.

AI SLOP IS A BRUTE FORCE ATTACK ON THE ALGORITHMS THAT CONTROL REALITY

AI-generated content is flooding social media with spam-like brute force tactics, targeting algorithms rather than human engagement.

CHINA WILL ENFORCE CLEAR FLAGGING OF ALL AI GENERATED CONTENT STARTING FROM SEPTEMBER

China will mandate explicit labeling of all AI-generated content by September, with the rules covering all data types including text, images, and videos.

US PRESIDENT TRUMP URGES CONGRESS TO PASS STABLECOIN LEGISLATION

US President Donald Trump has urged Congress to pass stablecoin legislation, emphasizing its role in strengthening the US dollar's global dominance. Speaking at the 2025 Digital Asset Summit, he framed the move as essential for economic growth and maintaining financial leadership.

TRUMP ONCE AGAIN VOWS TO MAKE THE US A 'BITCOIN SUPERPOWER' IN SHORT ADDRESS AT CRYPTO CONFERENCE

At a recent crypto conference, President Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to transforming the U.S. into a global Bitcoin superpower by integrating digital currency more deeply into the nation's financial framework.

KRAKEN TO ACQUIRE NINJATRADER: INTRODUCING THE NEXT ERA OF PROFESSIONAL TRADING

Kraken is acquiring NinjaTrader, a US futures trading platform, for $1.5 billion. Marking the largest-ever deal bridging traditional finance and crypto, the acquisition bolsters Kraken's position in the US futures market and multi-asset strategy, with future plans to expand into equities trading and payments. NinjaTrader's CFTC-registered license allows Kraken to introduce crypto futures and derivatives in the US, with Kraken's international licenses accelerating NinjaTrader's product availability globally.

A THIRD PATH: PROTOCOL LEARNING (INTRODUCTION TO PLURALIS RESEARCH)

The current landscape of AI foundation models lacks true openness due to centralized control, high training costs, and closed datasets, limiting innovation and participation. Pluralis Research is pioneering "Protocol Learning," a new approach to truly open-source AI that enables decentralized, collaborative model training without requiring full weight set access. By solving low-bandwidth model-parallel training, it aims to break corporate monopolies, ensure fair economic incentives, and create AI models that outperform closed alternatives.

PUMP.FUN INTRODUCES PUMPSWAP

PumpSwap is a new native decentralized exchange on Solana that enables coins completing their bonding curves to migrate instantly and for free while providing liquidity and soon, creator revenue sharing. It operates via a Constant Product AMM similar to Raydium V4 and Uniswap V2, aiming to create a frictionless trading environment that boosts momentum and aligns creators with their communities.

TRADFI TOMORROW: DEFI AND THE RISE OF EXTENSIBLE FINANCE

A survey of 300 TradFi professionals revealed a strong shift toward DeFi, with most firms actively exploring stablecoins, tokenized assets, and decentralized exchanges. Regulatory uncertainty remains the biggest barrier to adoption, highlighting the need for policies that enable DeFi's full potential.

THE GREAT CRYPTO VC BUBBLE: WHY EVERY NEW TOKEN TRENDS TO ZERO (PART 1)

The 2021 crypto VC bubble led to an oversupply of capital, poor investment decisions, and misaligned incentives, causing many altcoins to trend toward zero. As VCs shift to short-term exits under LP pressure, founders are increasingly turning to community-driven fundraising and liquid funds for long-term support.

BEYOND USDC AND USDT

$M is a new stablecoin framework that improves on traditional models by backing tokens with short-term US Treasury bills held in bankruptcy-remote accounts, providing real-time on-chain verification via Chainlink, and ensuring independent oversight using third-party validators. This approach offers improved security, transparency, and interoperability for users, businesses, and developers, paving the way for custom digital dollars and a more resilient financial system.

INVESTIGATION INTO THE HYPERLIQUID WHALE

An investigation has linked a mysterious Hyperliquid whale who profited ~$20M through highly leveraged trades to illicit activities including phishing and casino exploits. The trader, identified as William Parker (formerly Alistair Packover), has a history of fraud and gambling-related crimes. His on-chain gains are now under scrutiny.

STAKING FOR ETHER ETFS GATHERS STEAM AS BLACKROCK TALKS UP POTENTIAL, NYSE FILES ON BEHALF OF BITWISE FUND

Staking for Ether ETFs is gaining momentum as BlackRock has promoted the potential for NYSE filings on behalf of the Bitwise Fund, highlighting growing institutional interest in Ethereum yield strategies.

YOUR CRYPTO CONTENT IS DEAD (AND IT'S YOUR FAULT)

Most crypto content fails because it's overly technical, jargon-filled, and focuses on impressing other marketers instead of resonating with actual users.

LESSONS FROM A CRYPTO TRADER WHO LOST IT ALL

Emotional decision-making, excessive leverage, revenge trading, and poor risk management led one crypto trader to devastating losses during 2018-2019's price swings.

PUDGY PENGUINS' ETF APPLICATION

Pudgy Penguins has filed for the first-ever ETF holding both NFTs and tokens, managed by Canary Capital, with 80-95% in PENGU tokens and 5-15% in Pudgy NFTs.

FIGMA SLIDES OUT OF BETA

Figma Slides is now officially out of beta and available on all seats at no extra cost after implementing over 30 updates based on user feedback. New features include PowerPoint import/export, video controls, slide numbers, reusable components, and object animation. These updates enhance collaboration and design flexibility, making Figma Slides a powerful tool for visual storytelling.

A NEW CYBERTRUCK RECALL IS THE UMPTEENTH CHAPTER IN TESLA'S HISTORY OF DESIGN ISSUES

Tesla's Cybertruck is facing yet another recall, this time for a roof panel defect that could detach while driving. This adds to a growing list of design and quality issues. From misaligned doors and rusting stainless steel to failing electronics and a dangerous frunk, the truck has been plagued with problems since its release. Despite Elon Musk's claims of high demand and durability, the reality has been repeated delays, manufacturing headaches, and frustrated owners dealing with one issue after another.

NINTENDO, MICROSOFT, AND OTHER DEVELOPERS WILL SHARE ACCESSIBILITY LABELS ABOUT THEIR GAMES

Nintendo, Microsoft, and other big gaming companies are teaming up to make it easier for players to find accessibility features in their games. As part of the Accessible Games Initiative, they'll add tags like "large subtitles" and "playable without button holds" to digital stores and product pages. Each company will roll them out on their own schedule, but major players like Ubisoft and Xbox are already working on it.

AFTER 20 YEARS, GIMP COULD FINALLY BE THE FREE PHOTOSHOP ALTERNATIVE I HOPED FOR

GIMP 3.0 is finally here after years of stagnation, bringing a sleeker interface, non-destructive editing, and improved Photoshop compatibility while still lacking many advanced features. With better performance, new text styling options, and UI customization, it is a free Photoshop alternative for photo editing and basic graphic design.

DESIGN PROCESSING

A 45-minute landing page challenge was held to highlight AI's role in design. While AI helps non-designers start, decision-making remains key. Experienced designers can use AI to enhance workflows, not replace expertise. The event also helped highlight AI-related ethical concerns and its limitations in producing novel, high-quality results.

HOW GESTURE-BASED INTERACTION IS TRANSFORMING UX/UI DESIGN

Touchless Tech is revolutionizing UX/UI design with gesture-based interfaces that enhance accessibility, efficiency, and hygiene. Motion sensors and AI-driven recognition enable seamless interactions, reducing physical strain and contamination risks. Challenges include motion detection accuracy, user adaptation, and privacy concerns. As technology advances, gesture controls will become standard in gaming, healthcare, and smart homes.

FIG3D (FIGMA PLUGIN)

Instantly convert your shapes, icons, logos, and UI designs in Figma to 3D models and get a good render.

HANDCRAFTED MOTION COMPONENTS, SECTIONS, AND TEMPLATES

EVENTBRITE'S BOLD REBRAND: HOW ‘THE PATH' REINVENTS ITS VISUAL IDENTITY

Eventbrite's rebrand, "The Path," reflects its evolution from a ticketing service to a dynamic hub for live events and connections. Designed by Buck, the new logo symbolizes movement and engagement, emphasizing Eventbrite's role in live experiences.

WHY ALL DESIGNERS SHOULD LEARN TO FACILITATE PRODUCTIVE CONVERSATIONS

Strong facilitation skills are essential for UX designers, especially as they advance. Beyond creating visually compelling designs, designers must navigate cross-functional collaboration, align stakeholders, and drive productive conversations. Mastering negotiation, structuring meetings effectively, and applying design thinking techniques enhance decision-making, ensuring design solutions align with business goals.

IS REDDIT THE SECRET WEAPON EVERY GRAPHIC DESIGNER NEEDS?

Reddit offers graphic designers a thriving community for inspiration, feedback, and job opportunities. Subreddits like r/DesignCritiques and r/graphic_design provide critiques, trend discussions, and networking. Designers can showcase portfolios, find clients, and connect with professionals.

WHITENOISE CELEBRATES 25 YEARS WITH GRAPHIC DESIGN PLAYING CARDS

Whitenoise celebrated its 25th anniversary with a custom deck of playing cards featuring original illustrations of key pop culture moments from 2000 to 2025.

THE UNUSUAL LAYOUT OF THIS CLINIC IS DESIGNED TO HELP CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC PAIN

The innovative design of the Stad Center for Pediatric Pain, Palliative, and Integrative Medicine fosters healing through nature-inspired spaces and seamless care.

W–E STUDIO AND DECIMAL'S DIGITAL DESIGN SYSTEM FOR AAINO MIMICS THE TACTILITY OF PRINT

Aaino, an online magazine, blends print's tactility with digital innovation.

MICHAEL SEIBEL'S TRANSITION TO PARTNER EMERITUS

Michael Seibel announced yesterday he's moving to Partner Emeritus at YC after 10+ years in various roles from founder to CEO. He's stepping away from daily operations but will still support founders through office hours and events, giving him time for new pursuits while keeping his startup expertise available to the YC community.

H2 2024 STATE OF STARTUP COMPENSATION

Carta's latest compensation report revealed significant shifts in startup hiring practices, with monthly new hires down 53% year-over-year while employee retention improved as both voluntary and involuntary departures declined. Though engineering remains dominant, sales roles now account for nearly 20% of all new hires, and companies are increasingly recruiting in-state talent - jumping from 37% to 49% for mid-valuation startups since 2022, all while equity continues to play a smaller role in compensation packages than it did three years ago.

SMALL TEAMS, BIG EXITS: $100M+ TECH ACQUISITIONS IN 2025 ARE GOING TO LEAN STARTUPS

In 2025, tech companies acquired for $100M or more had a median of just 100 employees, with young, often bootstrapped firms leading these exits. Notably, Voyage AI, with 19 employees, was acquired by MongoDB for $220M. The AI acquisition trend continues with Databricks and Snowflake leading, targeting startups in AI agent infrastructure.

THE NEW WAY TO BUILD SOFTWARE

As AI coding gets better, winning products now depend more on creativity than technical skill—a reality proven by Replit's breakthrough growth of 45% monthly subscribers and two million AI-generated apps in six months. CEO Amjad Masad's "progressive disclosure" UX, hybrid pricing model, and lean 65-person team show that focusing on immediate "wow" moments drives massive adoption when software creation is democratized.

THE PIVOT TO PRODUCT-MARKET FIT: HOW PLAID, CLAY, LATTICE, & OTHER STARTUPS BROKE OUT

Finding product-market fit often means tuning one of four critical levers - problem, persona, promise, or product - as shown by startups that made seemingly small but transformative pivots. Vanta discovered security compliance needs by asking about customers' calendars, Lattice realized performance management mattered more than OKRs, Clay found traction by narrowing focus to sales teams instead of everyone, and Plaid transformed from a failing consumer budgeting app into fintech infrastructure after a friend asked to license their backend - proving that the best pivots rarely mean abandoning your mission, just finding a better path to fulfill it.

THE FUTURE OF BPO: HOW TO SCALE, STAY COMPLIANT, AND WIN IN THE AI ERA

The BPO industry is evolving, emphasizing innovation and strategic partnerships over cost-cutting. Automation, compliance, and remote work are crucial for staying competitive, with successful BPOs integrating these into their core strategies. To stand out, BPOs must offer specialized expertise and proactive consulting rather than merely competing on price.