AI/ML arXiv cs.AI

FedLAS: Feature-Modulated Bidirectional Label Smoothing for Neural Network Calibration

Introduction of FedLAS, a plug-and-play algorithm for label smoothing in neural networks to improve calibration and reduce overconfidence.

AI/ML arXiv cs.AI

SemDynReg: Semantics-Guided Deformation Regularization for Dynamic 3D Gaussian Splatting

SemDynReg is a semantics-guided framework for improving object-level deformation consistency in dynamic 3D Gaussian Splatting.

AI/ML arXiv cs.AI

When More Sampling Hurts: The Modal Ceiling and Correlation Ceiling of Test-Time Scaling

A research paper arguing that excessive sampling in test-time scaling for LLMs can lead to worse results and increased compute costs without benefit.

Software Engineering Hacker News

Stroustrup's Rule (2024)

A discussion regarding Stroustrup's Rule in the context of C++ and software design in 2024.

Tech Business/VC Hacker News

Amazon seller reveals glimpse of shadow bribery market

An account from an Amazon seller detailing a shadow market for bribery on the platform.

Other Hacker News

Show HN: My 13-year-old built an ant colony tracker

A showcase of an ant colony tracker developed by a 13-year-old.

Software Engineering Hacker News

The best thing that's ever happened for multiplayer games?

A retrospective discussion on the most significant advancements in multiplayer gaming architecture.

Other Hacker News

Tokyo has only two barley tea makers, we visited one to see how mugicha is made

A feature on the traditional process of making barley tea (mugicha) in Tokyo.

Tech Business/VC Ars Technica

Apple takes Epic fight over app store fees to the Supreme Court

Apple is appealing to the Supreme Court regarding a contempt finding in its long-running legal battle with Epic Games over app store fees.

Cybersecurity Ars Technica

New attack provides one more reason why AI browsers are a bad idea

New research demonstrates how simple prompt injection can trick AI-powered browsers into bypassing security instructions.

AI/ML arXiv cs.AI

The Undecidability of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) Alignment

A theoretical paper proving the mathematical undecidability of AGI alignment, suggesting that structural unverifiability is a fundamental barrier.

AI/ML arXiv cs.AI

Analysis of Parameter Settings for the Bat Algorithm Using Variance Evolution

A study utilizing dynamical systems theory to analyze and optimize parameter settings for the Bat Algorithm metaheuristic.

Cybersecurity arXiv cs.AI

RIPA: Sensory-Vector Prompt Injection Attacks on LLM-Controlled ROS 2 Robots

The RIPA study analyzes prompt injection attacks on LLM-controlled ROS 2 robots via visual, audio, and LiDAR channels.

Software Engineering Hacker News

I ported Kubernetes to the browser

A developer successfully ported Kubernetes to run within a web browser environment.

Other Hacker News

Morbid: Debunking Modern Longevity Science

An exploration and critique of the scientific claims surrounding modern longevity and life-extension research.

Other Hacker News

How does a pull-back car work? Illustrated teardown

A detailed, illustrated teardown explaining the mechanical engineering and physics of pull-back toy cars.

Software Engineering Hacker News

Reading the internals of Postgres: Database cluster, databases, and tables

A deep technical dive into the internal storage architecture of PostgreSQL, focusing on clusters, databases, and tables.

Software Engineering Hacker News

Waveloop: What Fable left me

A reflection on the development of Waveloop and the influence of the Fable language on its creation.

Other Hacker News

CERN bids farewell to the LHC and enters Long Shutdown 3

CERN is concluding the current operation phase of the Large Hadron Collider to begin its third long shutdown for upgrades.

Homelab/Self-Hosting Hacker News

I built a 10 inch mini rack from aluminium extrusions

A user shares a project involving the construction of a custom 10-inch mini rack using aluminum extrusions for homelab hardware.