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Garry Tan urges US open‑weight AI labs to also produce distilled versions of frontier models.
He argues that distillation lowers compute costs and broadens access, aligning with the open‑weight mission. By providing smaller, efficient models, labs can enable more developers to experiment without needing massive resources. The suggestion targets the emerging competitive landscape of AI research.
The Linux kernel 7.3‑rc3 prepatch is released for testing, featuring a noticeably larger filesystem footprint than typical release candidates.
Linus described it as a fairly large release candidate, prompting developers to run extensive tests before the final 7.3 launch. The increased footprint may affect build times and storage requirements on test machines. Contributors are encouraged to report regressions early.
The TradingAgents‑astock GitHub repo provides a multi‑agent A‑share investment research framework with seven AI analysts for bullish/bearish debate and risk assessment.
Designed for the Chinese stock market, it integrates data such as龙虎榜 and 解禁. The agents simulate analyst discussions, offering diversified viewpoints that can be extended with custom strategies. The project is written in Python and open‑source.
AutoHotkey is a Windows scripting utility for creating macros and automating tasks, written in C++ and trending on GitHub.
Its lightweight interpreter lets users define hotkeys, remap inputs, and script complex workflows without compiling. The community contributes extensive libraries, making it a staple for power users and IT automation.
Redot Engine is a cross‑platform game engine supporting both 2D and 3D development, listed among trending C++ projects on GitHub.
The engine offers a unified API for rendering, physics, and asset management, targeting desktop, mobile, and web targets. Its open‑source nature encourages contributions and customization for indie developers.
Garry Tan urges US open‑weight AI labs to also produce distilled versions of frontier models.
He argues that distillation lowers compute costs and broadens access, aligning with the open‑weight mission. By providing smaller, efficient models, labs can enable more developers to experiment without needing massive resources. The suggestion targets the emerging competitive landscape of AI research.
The Linux kernel 7.3‑rc3 prepatch is released for testing, featuring a noticeably larger filesystem footprint than typical release candidates.
Linus described it as a fairly large release candidate, prompting developers to run extensive tests before the final 7.3 launch. The increased footprint may affect build times and storage requirements on test machines. Contributors are encouraged to report regressions early.
LWN announces its subscription prices will rise after September 15, with the current lower rate remaining until then.
The adjustment aims to cover rising operational costs and sustain content production. Existing subscribers retain the older rate up to the deadline, after which all new and renewing accounts will be billed at the higher price. Details are provided in the linked article.
The RP2350 microcontroller can emulate a 386‑class PC, bringing full‑PC capabilities to low‑cost embedded hardware.
This capability stems from recent advances that push modest‑priced microcontrollers into performance realms once reserved for desktop CPUs. Emulation enables legacy software to run on tiny boards, opening hobbyist and educational possibilities beyond traditional 8‑bit platforms.
Ken Shirriff’s ongoing study of Intel’s 8087 FPU now includes a complete analysis of the FScale instruction.
The deep dive reveals how the FScale micro‑operation manipulates floating‑point exponents, shedding light on undocumented behavior. Such insights aid retro‑computing enthusiasts and educators seeking accurate emulation of historic hardware.
A recent hackaday article uses the concept of universal emptiness to illustrate how to dramatically increase usable closet space.
The piece draws an analogy between cosmic vacuum and household storage, suggesting simple rearrangements and vertical extensions. While humorous, it offers practical tips for maximizing limited living areas.
Hackaday’s September 13 2026 links roundup notes the site’s policy of avoiding political coverage while still mentioning a recent protest.
The editorial stance aims to keep focus on engineering content. The roundup still references the protest as part of broader cultural context, maintaining transparency about events that intersect with the maker community.
The TradingAgents‑astock GitHub repo provides a multi‑agent A‑share investment research framework with seven AI analysts for bullish/bearish debate and risk assessment.
Designed for the Chinese stock market, it integrates data such as龙虎榜 and 解禁. The agents simulate analyst discussions, offering diversified viewpoints that can be extended with custom strategies. The project is written in Python and open‑source.
AutoHotkey is a Windows scripting utility for creating macros and automating tasks, written in C++ and trending on GitHub.
Its lightweight interpreter lets users define hotkeys, remap inputs, and script complex workflows without compiling. The community contributes extensive libraries, making it a staple for power users and IT automation.
Redot Engine is a cross‑platform game engine supporting both 2D and 3D development, listed among trending C++ projects on GitHub.
The engine offers a unified API for rendering, physics, and asset management, targeting desktop, mobile, and web targets. Its open‑source nature encourages contributions and customization for indie developers.
Stremio Core, written in Rust, defines the core types, addon system, UI models, and logic for the Stremio streaming platform.
By leveraging Rust’s safety guarantees, the core aims for reliable addon integration and low‑level performance. It serves as the foundation for building extensions that fetch and present media content across devices.
Cool‑retro‑term is a terminal emulator that visually mimics vintage cathode‑ray tube displays, featured in GitHub’s trending list.
It reproduces phosphor glow, scan lines, and curvature, providing a nostalgic aesthetic for developers. Configurable color schemes and fonts let users tailor the retro experience while retaining modern terminal functionality.
WiVRn is a Linux OpenXR streaming application that streams VR content from a PC to standalone headsets, written in C++ and currently trending on GitHub.
It uses the OpenXR API to provide cross‑platform VR rendering and streams over Wi‑Fi with low latency, supporting headsets such as the Meta Quest series. The project enables developers to run Linux‑based VR experiences on devices that lack native Linux support, and being open‑source it accepts community contributions.
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